Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

DateHorn ("we", "our", "us") operates the DateHorn mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service. By accessing or using the Service, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Service.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of information:

Personal Information You Provide:

• Dating profile screenshots that you submit for analysis
• Dating preferences and personal information entered for compatibility scoring
• Email address if you contact us for support
• Email address if you subscribe on our website to be notified about the app launch or product updates
• Payment information processed through Apple App Store (we do not directly collect or store payment card details)

Automatically Collected Information:

• Device type, operating system, and version
• App usage data including features used, session duration, and interaction patterns
• Crash logs and performance diagnostics
• Language preference for the website, stored locally in your browser (localStorage); it is not sent to our servers

The DateHorn website does not use tracking or advertising cookies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve the Service, including AI-powered profile screenshot analysis, flag detection, and compatibility scoring
• To process your dating profile screenshots through AI models for analysis — extracted data is stored on your device and synchronized with our servers
• To personalize your experience and deliver content relevant to your preferences
• To process transactions and manage your subscription
• To send you service-related notifications, updates, and technical notices
• To respond to your support requests and inquiries
• To monitor and analyze usage trends to improve the Service
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or security breaches
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Use
• To send you a launch announcement and occasional product updates if you subscribed to them on our website — you can unsubscribe at any time

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• AI Service Providers: Your profile content is processed by third-party AI models to provide analysis and generation features. This data is transmitted securely and is subject to the service provider's data processing policies.
• Apple App Store: Subscription and payment processing is handled by Apple. Your payment information is governed by Apple's privacy policy.
• Analytics Providers: We may use third-party analytics services to help us understand Service usage. These services collect information anonymously and report trends without identifying individual users.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law, subpoena, or other legal process, or if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
• Email Delivery Providers: If you subscribe to launch notifications on our website, your email address is stored and processed by Resend (Resend, Inc., USA), our email delivery provider, solely to send you the communications described in this Policy.

5. Data Retention

Dating profile data extracted from screenshots is stored on your device and synchronized with our servers to provide the Service, including analysis history and cross-device access. Account-related data and usage analytics are retained for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you request account deletion, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

If you subscribed to launch notifications on our website, we retain your email address until you unsubscribe or ask us to delete it. Every such email includes an unsubscribe link, and you can always reach us at [email protected].

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information. All data is transmitted via encrypted connections using HTTPS/TLS protocols. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. If you believe that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: You have the right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal exceptions.
• Data Portability: Where applicable, you may request that we provide your data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format.
• Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving promotional communications at any time by contacting us.
• Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out prior to withdrawal.

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

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, and processed in, countries other than the country in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, including the United States, where our company is based. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your personal data remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites or services you visit.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy within the app and updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]