Privacy policy

Last updated: March 9th, 2025

Your privacy is important to us. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when using our mobile application.

1. Information we collect

When you use our app, we collect the following data:

• Geolocation data – used to generate a list of users you have crossed paths with. This data is automatically deleted after 24 hours.
• Messages – we store messages exchanged between users to facilitate communication.
• Profile information – including your photo, email, and birthday.
• Your email and birthday remain private and are not shared with other users.
• Your birthday is used to verify that you are at least 18 years old.

2. How we use your data

• Provide a list of users you have crossed paths with.
• Facilitate user matching and improve our services.
• Ensure compliance with our 18+ age requirement.

3. Data sharing

We do not share your personal data with third parties, except when legally required for law enforcement purposes.

4. User rights & data deletion

• You can delete your profile at any time through the "Me" tab in the app.
• Once deleted, all your data will be permanently removed within 90 days.

5. Data security

We take privacy seriously and follow GDPR principles:

• We only store necessary data.
• Session data is encrypted on your device.
• We do not store passwords in our database.
• We use TLS encryption and state-of-the-art security technologies to protect your information.

6. Age restriction

Our app is strictly for users 18 years and older. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use our services.

7. Third-party services

We use Adyen as our payment provider. Your payment details are processed securely through their system.

8. Tracking & cookies

• We do not use cookies.
• Our app uses background geolocation tracking to generate a list of users you have crossed paths with, even when not actively in use.
• You will be asked to grant permission for location tracking on your device.

9. Policy updates

We may update this privacy policy at any time without prior notice. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.

10. Contact us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy, you can contact us via our form at matuvu.app/contact.