Welcome to MyType Dating ("MyType," "we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you understand how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the data we collect through our mobile application and related services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, phone number, password, date of birth
• Profile Information: Name, photos, gender, bio, interests, preferences
• Location Data: Your geographic location when you use location-based features
• Communications: Messages exchanged with other users through the app
• Payment Information: Processed securely through Google Play billing (we do not store payment details)
• Verification Data: Photos submitted for profile verification

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: Features used, actions taken, timestamps
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, access times

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Create and manage your account
• Match you with other users based on preferences
• Enable communication between matched users
• Verify your identity and prevent fraud
• Process payments for premium features
• Improve our services and develop new features
• Send service-related notifications
• Enforce our Community Guidelines and Terms of Service
• Protect the safety and security of our users

3. Information Sharing

We share your information in the following circumstances:

3.1 With Other Users

Your profile information (name, photos, bio, interests) is visible to other users. Messages are shared only with the intended recipients.

3.2 With Service Providers

We work with trusted third parties who help us operate our services:

• Cloud Infrastructure: For hosting and data storage
• SMS Verification: Firebase for phone number verification
• Email Services: For sending verification codes and notifications
• Analytics: To understand app usage and improve features

3.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose information when required by law, to protect safety, or to enforce our rights.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Correction

You can view and update your profile information at any time through the app settings.

5.2 Account Deletion

You can delete your account at any time through the app settings. Upon deletion, we will remove your profile, photos, and matches. Some data may be retained for legal compliance.

5.3 Location Settings

You can disable location services through your device settings. Note that this may limit app functionality.

5.4 Communication Preferences

You can manage notification preferences in the app settings.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. After deletion:

• Profile data is deleted within 30 days
• Messages are deleted when both parties have deleted their accounts
• Some data may be retained for legal compliance or fraud prevention

7. Children's Privacy

MyType is strictly for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If we learn that we have collected data from someone under 18, we will delete it immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Your continued use of MyType after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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