Effective Date: 01-01-2025
Welcome to Thando, a dating app designed for users in African countries. Your privacy is important to us, and this policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. By using Thando, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
a. Personal Information
• Name, email address, and phone number (provided during registration).
• Profile details such as gender, age, location, photos, and bio.
b. Usage Data
• Interaction data within the app, including likes, messages, and matches.
• Device and app usage information, such as IP address, operating system, and app version.
c. Location Data
• We may collect and use your location to enhance your experience by suggesting matches nearby.
2. How We Use Your Information
• To create and manage your profile.
• To match you with other users based on your preferences.
• To improve the app’s functionality and user experience.
• To communicate updates, promotions, or other service-related notifications.
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following cases:
• With other users: Limited profile information is shared with other users.
• Service providers: For app operations, like hosting, analytics, or customer support.
• Legal requirements: To comply with legal obligations or protect rights.
4. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. You can delete your account at any time, and your data will be removed as per our data deletion policies.
5. Security
We use industry-standard measures to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, and we encourage users to take precautions when sharing information.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
• Access, update, or delete your information.
• Opt out of receiving promotional communications.
7. Third-Party Links
Thando may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices and encourage you to review their policies.
8. Children’s Privacy
Thando is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here, and the updated policy will indicate the “Effective Date.”
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at:
Email: thandoapp@gmail.com
Our app allows users to log in using their Facebook account through Login with Facebook, a secure authentication method provided by Meta Platforms, Inc.
What data we collect via Facebook Login: When you choose to log in using Facebook, we may collect the following information, with your permission:
Why we collect this data: We use this information to:
How we use and store this data:
User rights: You may:
By using Facebook Login, you agree to the Facebook Data Policy and our app’s use of your information as described here.
This policy ensures compliance with local regulations and keeps your data safe while using Thando.