Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to Rendezvous ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our social networking platform, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Profile information, including photos and biographical data
• Location data (with your consent)
• Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
• Communication preferences
• User-generated content, including posts, comments, and photos

Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:

• Device information (device type, operating system, browser type)
• IP address and general location data
• Usage data and analytics
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Log files and performance data

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our Service
• To process transactions and manage payments
• To send you notifications and updates
• To personalize your experience
• To analyze usage patterns and trends
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• To comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

We use various third-party services to provide our platform. Here's how we share data with these services:

Location Services

Our Service may request access to your location for features such as:

• Finding nearby users and events
• Location-based content and recommendations
• Exercise tracking and sharing

Non-continuous geolocation: We only access your location when you actively use location-based features, not continuously in the background.

Public Profiles and Content

When you create a public profile on Rendezvous, certain information may be visible to other users:

• Profile photos and biographical information
• Posts and content you choose to share publicly
• Activity status and preferences
• Public comments and interactions

You can control the privacy of your content through your account settings.

User Registration and Signup

We offer direct registration and signup through our platform. During registration, we collect:

• Email address and password
• Basic profile information
• Verification data to ensure account security

Inviting and Suggesting Users

Our platform may suggest connections and allow you to invite friends:

• We may use your contacts (with permission) to suggest connections
• Invitation features may access your contact list
• You control who you invite and connect with

Communication Features

Commenting System

Our commenting system is managed directly by us. Comments you make may be:

• Visible to other users based on privacy settings
• Moderated for inappropriate content
• Stored securely in our databases

Contact Forms

When you use our contact forms, we collect:

• Your name and email address
• Message content and subject
• Any additional information you provide

Mailing Lists and Newsletters

We may send you newsletters and updates if you opt-in:

• You can unsubscribe at any time
• We respect your communication preferences
• Newsletters may contain promotional content and updates

Data Retention and Deletion

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services to you
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
• Improve our services

Data Deletion Policy

You have the right to request deletion of your personal data:

• You can delete your account through your profile settings
• We will delete your personal information within 30 days
• Some data may be retained for legal or security purposes
• Aggregated, anonymous data may be retained for analytics

For detailed information about our data deletion process, please see our Data Deletion Policy.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent where applicable

Data Security

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

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Secure hosting through AWS infrastructure
• Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze usage patterns and improve our service
• Provide personalized content and recommendations
• Ensure security and prevent fraud

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

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 on this page
• Sending you an email notification
• Displaying a notice in our application

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

Last updated: 18th October 2025
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above.