Habesha Connect is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use and protect your personal information when you use our app and website.
1. Information We Collect
When you use Habesha Connect, we may collect the following information:
- Name, email address and date of birth when you register
- Profile information including photos, bio, ethnicity, religion and language preferences
- Location information (city and country) you provide voluntarily
- Messages and communications between matched users
- Usage data including how you interact with profiles and features
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Create and manage your account
- Show your profile to other members for potential matches
- Enable real-time messaging between matched users
- Improve our app and user experience
- Send you important updates about your account
- Ensure the safety and security of our community
We do not sell your personal data to third parties.
3. Data Storage & Security
Your data is stored securely using Google Firebase, which provides industry-standard encryption and security. We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access.
Profile photos are stored as compressed images within our secure database. Messages are stored in real-time databases accessible only to matched users.
4. Your Profile Visibility
When you create a profile on Habesha Connect:
- Your profile is visible to other registered members
- Your email address is never shown to other users
- You can delete your account and all associated data at any time
- You control what information you share on your profile
5. Cookies & Analytics
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. We may use analytics tools to understand how users interact with our app. This data is anonymised and used only to improve our service.
6. Third Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Google Firebase — for authentication, database and hosting
- Expo — for mobile app development and distribution
These services have their own privacy policies and are compliant with data protection regulations.
7. Children's Privacy
Habesha Connect is intended for users aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If we become aware that a minor has registered, we will delete their account immediately.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your account and data
- Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at habeshaconnect24@gmail.com
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by email or through the app. Continued use of Habesha Connect after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: habeshaconnect24@gmail.com
- Website: habeshaconnectmeet.com