SexFinder

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 15, 2025

At SexFinder, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our dating platform.

Data Protection

We use industry-standard encryption to protect your data

Your Control

You control what information you share and who can see it

Transparency

We're clear about what data we collect and why

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you create an account and use SexFinder, you provide us with information including:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, date of birth, gender, and password
  • Profile Information: Photos, bio, interests, preferences, and other profile details
  • Identity Verification: For verified accounts, we may collect government-issued ID information
  • Communications: Messages you send through our platform, customer support interactions
  • Payment Information: Billing details for premium features (processed securely through third-party providers)

1.2 Information We Collect Automatically

  • Usage Data: How you interact with our app, features you use, time spent on the platform
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, IP address, browser type
  • Location Data: Approximate location based on IP address or precise location if you grant permission
  • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze platform usage

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Provide Our Services: Create and manage your account, show your profile to potential matches
  • Matchmaking: Use your preferences and behavior to suggest compatible matches
  • Communication: Enable messaging between users and send you notifications
  • Safety and Security: Detect and prevent fraud, verify identity, enforce our Terms of Service
  • Personalization: Customize your experience and show relevant content
  • Analytics: Understand how users interact with our platform to improve services
  • Marketing: Send promotional emails about new features (you can opt out anytime)
  • Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations and respond to lawful requests

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 With Other Users

Your profile information, photos, and activity are visible to other users according to your privacy settings. You control what information appears on your profile.

3.2 With Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

  • Cloud hosting and data storage providers
  • Payment processing services
  • Analytics and marketing platforms
  • Customer support tools
  • Security and fraud prevention services

3.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.

3.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

3.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you give us explicit consent to do so.

4. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

4.1 Access and Update

You can access and update your profile information at any time through your account settings.

4.2 Delete Your Account

You can delete your account at any time. Upon deletion, your profile will be removed from our platform, though some information may be retained for legal or safety purposes.

4.3 Privacy Settings

Control who can see your profile, photos, and activity through our privacy settings.

4.4 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of promotional emails by clicking the unsubscribe link or updating your notification preferences.

4.5 Cookie Preferences

Manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

4.6 Data Portability

You can request a copy of your personal data in a portable format.

4.7 Regional Rights

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights under laws like GDPR (Europe), CCPA (California), or other data protection regulations.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
  • Secure authentication and access controls
  • Employee training on data protection practices
  • Incident response procedures

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. When you delete your account:

  • Your profile is immediately removed from public view
  • Most data is deleted within 90 days
  • Some information may be retained for legal, safety, or business purposes
  • Backup copies may persist for a limited time

7. Children's Privacy

SexFinder is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18. If we become aware that a user is under 18, we will immediately delete their account and associated data.

8. International Data Transfers

SexFinder operates globally. Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

  • Posting the new policy on our platform
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Sending you a notification (for material changes)

Your continued use of SexFinder after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

  • Email: privacy@sexfinder.com
  • Address: SexFinder Privacy Team, 123 Main Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
  • Support: Visit our Help Center for additional assistance

12. Specific Regional Disclosures

12.1 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have the right to:

  • Know what personal information we collect and how it's used
  • Request deletion of personal information
  • Opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
  • Non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

12.2 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

European users have additional rights including:

  • Right to access, rectification, and erasure
  • Right to restrict processing and data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

Your Privacy Matters

We're committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out.