Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 18, 2024
At Astrya, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App").
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
We collect the following personal information to provide our astrology-based matching services:
- Account Information: Name, email address, phone number
- Birth Information: Birth date, birth time, birth location (city and country) - required for accurate birth chart calculations
- Profile Information: Profile photos, bio, gender, sexual orientation, relationship goals, interests, and other profile details you choose to provide
- Communication Data: Messages and conversations with other users
1.2 Device Information
We may collect information about your device, including:
- Device type and operating system
- Unique device identifiers
- Mobile network information
1.3 Usage Information
We collect information about how you use our App, including:
- App features you access
- Interactions with other users
- Preferences and settings
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide Services: Calculate birth charts, generate astrological compatibility scores, and match you with compatible users
- Create Your Profile: Build and maintain your user profile for the matching service
- Facilitate Communication: Enable messaging and communication between matched users
- Improve Our Services: Analyze usage patterns to enhance app functionality and user experience
- Send Notifications: Send you push notifications about matches, messages, and important updates (you can opt-out in settings)
- Ensure Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues
3. Permissions We Request
Our App requests the following permissions:
- Camera: To allow you to take photos for your profile pictures
- Storage: To access and save images from your device
- Notifications: To send you push notifications about matches and messages
- Internet: To connect to our servers and provide app functionality
You can revoke these permissions at any time through your device settings, though this may limit certain app features.
4. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
- Data is stored securely on our servers using industry-standard encryption
- Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only
- We regularly review and update our security practices
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With Other Users: Your profile information (excluding sensitive data like birth details) is visible to other users for matching purposes
- Service Providers: We may share data with third-party service providers who assist in operating our App (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics)
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct your personal information through the App settings
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Opt-Out: Disable push notifications through your device settings
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.
8. Children's Privacy
Our App is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
9. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our App, you consent to such transfers.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the App after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: support@loumidea.com
- App Developer: Loumidea Agency