California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Compliance Policy

1. Introduction

At Dates and Honey, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect, use, and share personal data. This policy outlines our compliance with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and applies specifically to California residents who use our platform.

This policy is an addition to our Privacy Policy and explains your rights under the CCPA, including how you can access, manage, and delete your personal information.

For details on our general privacy practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

 

2. Scope

This policy applies to personal information collected from California residents who interact with Dates and Honey, including but not limited to:

• Creating and managing a profile

• Using our dating and event services

• Engaging in messaging, interactions, and purchases

• Participating in community features, surveys, or promotions

This policy covers personal information collected through our website, mobile app, and any related services.

 

3. Definitions

• Personal Information (PII): Any data that can identify or be linked to an individual, including names, contact details, geolocation, IP addresses, browsing behavior, and other user activity data.

• Consumer: A natural person residing in California.

• Sale of Personal Information: The transfer or sharing of personal data for monetary or other valuable consideration. While we do not sell personal data, California residents have the right to opt out of such sales.

• Data Processor: Any third party that processes personal data on behalf of Dates and Honey.

 

4. Categories of Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

• Identifiers: Name, username, email, phone number

• Account Information: Profile details, dating preferences, subscription status

• Usage Data: Messages, interactions, app activity, event participation

• Device & Location Data: IP address, device type, geolocation (with permission)

• Financial Data: Payment information for premium features (processed securely)

We collect this information to provide matchmaking, enhance safety, and improve user experience.

 

5. Consumer Rights Under the CCPA

A. Right to Know

• You have the right to request information about the personal data we collect, including categories of information collected, sources, purposes, and third parties with whom it is shared.

• To request this information, email privacy@datesandhoney.com with the subject line: "CCPA Data Request."

 

B. Right to Delete

• You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions (e.g., fraud prevention, compliance with legal obligations).

• Submit a deletion request by contacting us at privacy@datesandhoney.com.

 

C. Right to Opt-Out of Data Sales

• Dates and Honey does not sell personal information. However, if this changes, you have the right to opt out at any time.

• To opt out of future data sales, email us at privacy@datesandhoney.com with the subject line: "CCPA Opt-Out Request."

 

D. Right to Non-Discrimination

• We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights. This means you will continue to receive equal access to our services, including pricing, features, and quality of experience.

 

6. How We Protect Your Data

We take privacy and security seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect your data, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data

• Access controls and authentication protocols

• Fraud detection and content moderation tools

• Regular security audits and compliance reviews

 

7. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell your data, but we may share certain information with trusted third parties for the following purposes:

• Service Providers: To process payments, analyze app performance, and enhance safety

• Marketing & Analytics: To improve matchmaking algorithms and event recommendations

• Legal & Compliance: To comply with law enforcement or legal requirements

All third-party partners are required to comply with strict data protection agreements.

 

8. Submitting a Privacy Request

To exercise your rights under the CCPA, you can:
📧 Email us at privacy@datesandhoney.com
For verification purposes, we may request additional information to confirm your identity before processing your request.

 

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in privacy laws or business practices. The latest version will always be available on our website and app.

 

10. Additional Information

This CCPA-specific policy is an extension of our Privacy Policy and applies exclusively to California residents. To learn more about how we handle personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

 

Contact Information

For any privacy-related concerns, please reach out to us:

📧 Privacy Concerns: privacy@datesandhoney.com
📧 Support: support@datesandhoney.com