1. Information We Collect

We collect limited information necessary to operate the DateDash platform:

• Account information such as email address or phone number

• Profile information including age range, preferences, bio, and interests

• Coarse location data such as city or region

• Messages and interactions within the app

• Device and usage data for app performance and security

We do not collect precise GPS location.

2. Location Information

DateDash collects coarse location data to support core functionality.

2.1 Why We Collect Location Data

• To show relevant matches within your city or nearby region

• To enable community based discovery

• To maintain safety and regional relevance

2.2 How Location Data Is Used

• Location data is used only for internal app functionality such as matching and community grouping

• DateDash does not use location data for advertising or tracking purposes

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve dating and community features

• Enable meaningful conversations and matches

• Maintain platform safety and moderation

• Respond to user support requests

• Monitor app performance and reliability

4. Data Sharing and Third Party Services

DateDash may share limited data with trusted third party service providers for:

• Live chat and messaging services

• Cloud hosting and infrastructure

• Analytics and app performance monitoring

All third party partners are contractually required to protect user data and are prohibited from using it for advertising or tracking purposes.

DateDash does not sell, rent, or trade user data.

5. Tracking and Advertising

• DateDash does not engage in third party tracking

• We do not use data for cross app tracking, targeted advertising, or data brokerage

• App Tracking Transparency authorisation is not required

6. Data Retention

• We retain user data only for as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations

• Data is securely deleted when no longer required

7. Account and Data Deletion

Users may delete their account at any time by navigating to:

Settings → Account → Delete Account

When an account is deleted:

• Profile data, messages, and matches are permanently removed

• Data is deleted from active systems within a reasonable time

If users experience issues deleting their account, they may contact:

support@datedash.app

8. User Rights

Users have the right to:

• Access their personal data

• Request corrections

• Delete their data

• Withdraw consent where applicable

9. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect user information. While no system is completely secure, DateDash takes data protection seriously.

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of DateDash after updates indicates acceptance of the revised policy.