Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At iwanttodate ("we," "our," or "us"), we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website and services.

This policy is designed to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy laws.

2. Data Controller

iwanttodate is the data controller responsible for your personal data. For any privacy-related inquiries, you can contact us at:

[email protected]

3. Data We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, password (hashed), and username when you create an account
• Profile Data: Personal attributes you choose to share (age, location, relationship goals)
• User Content: Reflections, task completions, and progress data you enter
• Communications: Messages you send to us for support or feedback

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the platform
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type
• Log Data: IP address, access times, referring URLs

3.3 Waitlist Information

If you join our waitlist, we collect only your email address for the purpose of notifying you when the service launches.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To provide, maintain, and improve our educational platform
• Personalization: To customize educational content based on your profile and progress
• Communication: To send service updates, respond to inquiries, and provide support
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with our platform and improve our services
• Security: To protect against fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and legal obligations

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under GDPR, we process your data based on the following legal grounds:

• Contract: Processing necessary to provide the service you requested
• Consent: Where you have given explicit consent (e.g., marketing emails)
• Legitimate Interest: For analytics, security, and service improvement
• Legal Obligation: Where required by law

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third parties who help us operate our platform (hosting, analytics, email delivery)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you have given explicit permission

All service providers are contractually bound to protect your data and use it only for specified purposes.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the platform to function (authentication, security)
• Analytics Cookies: To understand usage patterns and improve our service
• Preference Cookies: To remember your settings and choices

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Account Data: Until you delete your account, plus a reasonable period for backup purposes
• Waitlist Data: Until you unsubscribe or the service launches
• Usage Data: Aggregated and anonymized data may be retained indefinitely
• Legal Records: As required by applicable law

9. Your Rights

Under GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy laws, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

10. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Staff training on data protection

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by relevant data protection authorities.

12. Children's Privacy

iwanttodate is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately at [email protected].

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through the platform. The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

If you are in the EU and believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.