Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account and use onlychat, we collect:

• Account Details: Email address, first name, and age/date of birth (to verify you are 18+).
• Profile Information: Photos, biological sex/gender identity, and sexual preferences ("looking for").
• Phone Number: If used for authentication.

1.2 Sensitive Personal Data

We collect strict categories of sensitive personal data required for the dating functionality:

• Precise Location (GPS): We collect your exact latitude and longitude to show you potential matches nearby. This is essential for the service.
• Sexual Orientation & Gender: Used solely to filter and recommend relevant partners.

1.3 Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: Device model, OS version, and unique identifiers.
• Usage & Behavior: Who you swipe right/left on (matches), interaction times, and message activity.
• Log Data: IP address and access logs.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain the Service
• To enable communication between users
• To authenticate your identity and secure your account
• To send you notifications about messages and app updates
• To improve and optimize the Service
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• To comply with legal obligations

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Where We Store Your Data

Your data is stored using the following services:

• Firebase (Google Cloud): User authentication, real-time database, and cloud messaging
• OVH Cloud Storage: Profile pictures and media files with server-side encryption

3.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• End-to-end encryption for data transmission
• Server-side encryption for stored media files
• Secure authentication protocols (OAuth 2.0)
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and monitoring

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Your profile information and messages are visible to users you communicate with
• Service Providers: Firebase (Google), OVH Cloud for infrastructure and services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Safety and Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data stored in the app
• Update or correct your profile information
• Delete your messages and conversations
• Request a copy of your data

5.2 Account Deletion

You can delete your account at any time by:

• Going to Settings → Data & Storage → Delete Account
• Or contacting us directly at the email below

When you delete your account, all your personal data, messages, and media will be permanently removed from our servers within 30 days.

6. Children's Privacy

onlychat is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will delete such information.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service uses the following third-party services:

• Google Sign-In: For authentication
• Firebase: For backend services
• OVH Cloud: For media storage

10. Cookies and Tracking

We do not use cookies or tracking technologies in our mobile application. However, third-party services like Firebase may use their own tracking mechanisms as described in their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending you a notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information we collect
• Right to delete your personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

13. GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing