Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Sunnah Match. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in an open and transparent manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service"). We are committed to never selling your data to third parties.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register for the Service, including:

• Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
• Account credentials (username, password)
• Profile information for matching purposes
• Demographic information (age, location, gender)
• Religious practices and preferences
• Marital status and family information
• Education and occupation details
• Physical characteristics and lifestyle preferences

2.2 Location Data

With your permission, we may collect and process information about your location to help match you with other users in your area. You can disable location services at any time through your device settings.

2.3 Payment Information

We use third-party payment processors (including Stripe) to process subscription payments and purchases. We do not store your complete credit card information on our servers. Payment information is transmitted directly to our payment processor and handled according to their privacy practices.

2.4 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use the Service, including:

• Device information (model, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Log data (IP address, access times, pages viewed)
• Application interactions and usage patterns
• Crash reports and performance data

2.5 Communications

We may collect and store communications you send through the Service, including messages exchanged with other users and communications with our support team.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• To match you with compatible users based on your preferences and profile information
• To process your transactions and manage subscriptions
• To communicate with you about the Service, including updates and promotional offers
• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• To ensure the safety and security of our users
• To detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
• To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience
• To personalize your experience and provide tailored recommendations

4. How We Share Your Information

4.1 With Other Users

Your profile information is shared with other users of the Service for matching purposes. You control what information appears on your profile. In accordance with our Islamic values, we do not share photos, as we maintain a no-pictures policy.

4.2 Service Providers

We share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Payment processing (Stripe)
• Cloud hosting and data storage (Supabase, Vercel)
• Analytics and monitoring services
• Customer support tools
• Email and communication services

These service providers are bound by contractual obligations to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or government agencies).

4.4 Business Transfers

If Sunnah Match is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you before your information becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

4.5 We Never Sell Your Data

We are committed to protecting your privacy and will NEVER sell your personal information to third parties for marketing or any other purposes.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Restricted access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures

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 absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within a reasonable timeframe, except where we are required to retain certain information for legal or operational purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: You can update or correct your personal information through your account settings or by contacting us.
• Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and personal information, subject to certain legal obligations.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of promotional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in those messages.
• Location Services: You can disable location tracking through your device settings.
• Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the information provided below.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is intended for users who are at least 18 years old. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where we operate.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

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

11. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information. As stated above, we do not sell your personal information.

12. European Privacy Rights

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, object to processing, and data portability. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

13. 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 new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

14. Contact Us

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