Privacy Policy
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Effective Date: March 3, 2025
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Welcome to College Hearts (the “App”). College Hearts (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is a dating platform designed specifically for college students. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App. By downloading, installing, or using College Hearts, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
Please read this policy carefully. If you do not agree with the practices described herein, please do not use College Hearts. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy, feel free to contact us using the information provided at the end of this document.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information • Account Registration: When you create an account on College Hearts, we collect certain personal information, including but not limited to your name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and your college/university affiliation. • Profile Details: You may choose to provide additional information to enhance your profile, such as your major, interests, biography, profile photos, or other details you wish to share. • Verification Data: For added security and authenticity, we may offer (or require) verification of your college status. In such cases, we may request proof of enrollment (e.g., student ID, .edu email address) to verify your eligibility.
1.2 Automatically Collected Information • Device and Usage Information: We automatically collect certain information when you use College Hearts, such as your IP address, device type, operating system, browser type, App version, and unique device identifiers. • Log Data: Our servers may automatically record data about your usage, including pages viewed, actions taken (e.g., swipes, likes, matches, messages), dates/times of access, and any referral URLs. • Cookies and Similar Technologies: We may use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with our App and to remember your preferences.
1.3 Location Information • We may collect location data (precise or approximate) to personalize your experience by showing you potential matches nearby. You can enable or disable location services at any time via your device settings. Please note that disabling location services may limit certain functionalities within the App.
1.4 Third-Party Data • In some cases, we may receive information about you from third-party sources (e.g., social media platforms, verification services) if you choose to connect these services to your College Hearts account.
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 Account Creation and Maintenance • We use your personal information to create and manage your account, authenticate your identity, and provide customer support.
2.2 Matchmaking and Communication • We use the information you provide in your profile (such as your college affiliation, age, interests) to match you with other users. • We facilitate communication between you and other users through in-app messaging features.
2.3 Personalization and User Experience • We analyze usage data to improve the overall user experience, develop new features, and tailor content to your preferences.
2.4 Safety, Security, and Fraud Prevention • We use the information we collect to detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent activities, abuse, and other harmful or illegal conduct. • We may also use verification data to ensure all users are genuinely college students and to maintain a safe environment.
2.5 Marketing and Promotional Communications • With your consent (where required), we may send you promotional messages or updates about new features, events, and offers. You can opt out of these communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails or by adjusting your account settings.
2.6 Legal and Regulatory Compliance • We may process or disclose your information as required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal obligations (e.g., responding to lawful requests by public authorities).
3. How We Share Your Information
3.1 With Other Users • Information that you voluntarily include in your profile (e.g., your name, photos, college) will be visible to other College Hearts users. Exercise caution when sharing personal details on your profile.
3.2 Service Providers • We may share your information with third-party service providers that assist us in operating the App, conducting business (e.g., payment processing, hosting services, analytics), or providing services on our behalf. These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes we specify and to protect it in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
3.3 Business Transfers • If College Hearts undergoes a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, or in the unlikely event that we go out of business or enter bankruptcy, user information may be transferred or acquired by a third party. You acknowledge that such transfers may occur and are permitted by this Privacy Policy.
3.4 Legal Obligations • We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or a government agency). We may also disclose your information when we believe it is necessary to protect our rights, the safety of our users, or to investigate fraud.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
4.1 Cookies • Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us understand how you interact with our App. We use cookies to remember your preferences, track your usage patterns, and personalize your experience.
4.2 Managing Cookies • Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. If you choose to disable cookies, some features of College Hearts may not function properly.
4.3 Other Tracking Technologies • We may also use web beacons, pixel tags, and other tracking technologies within the App or in email communications to measure the effectiveness of our campaigns and to gather usage statistics.
5. Data Retention • We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as necessary to provide you with the services. • If you decide to delete your account, we will remove your profile and personal information within a reasonable period, except where we need to retain certain data to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce our agreements.
6. Data Security • We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. • Despite our efforts, no security measure is completely impenetrable. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information, and any transmission of data is at your own risk.
7. Your Rights and Choices
7.1 Access and Correction • You have the right to access and update the personal information you provide to College Hearts. You can do this at any time through your account settings.
7.2 Marketing Communications • You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any promotional email or by adjusting your preferences in your account settings.
7.3 Location Services • You can disable location tracking by changing the settings on your device. Disabling location services may limit certain App functionalities (e.g., location-based matching).
7.4 Account Deletion • You can delete your College Hearts account at any time via your account settings. Upon deletion, your profile will be removed from the App, though certain information may be retained for a limited period in backups or to comply with legal obligations.
8. Children’s Privacy • College Hearts is intended for college students who are at least 18 years of age (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. • If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.
9. International Users • If you are accessing College Hearts from outside the country where our servers are located, your information may be transferred across international borders. • By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.
10. Third-Party Websites and Services • Our App may contain links to third-party websites, apps, or services that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to the practices of those third parties. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy • We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. • When we do, we will revise the Effective Date at the top of this page. Your continued use of College Hearts after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
College Heartsdeveloper@collegehearts.uk
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Disclaimer: This sample Privacy Policy is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. You should consult with a qualified attorney to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations in your jurisdiction.