Privacy Policy for DateCoach

Last Updated: January 24, 2025

Thank you for choosing DateCoach ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and handle your information when you use our AI-powered dating coach browser extension and website located at https://datecoach.top (collectively, the "Service").

By using the Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these practices, please do not use the Service.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Data

We collect the following personal information:

Name: We collect your name to personalize your experience and address you properly in communications.

Email Address: We collect your email to create your account, send login links, provide customer support, and send important updates about your subscription and our service.

Payment Information: We use Stripe to process payments securely. We do not store your complete payment information on our servers. Stripe stores your payment details, and we only retain your Stripe customer ID for subscription management.

Authentication Data: If you sign in with Google OAuth, we receive your name, email, and profile picture from Google.

1.2 Usage Data

Performance Metrics: We collect anonymized data about your dating app performance, including match rates, response rates, and conversation success metrics. This data does not include your actual conversations or messages.

Browser Extension Usage: We track which features you use (e.g., AI openers generated, bio rewrites used) to improve our service and provide you with analytics.

1.3 Non-Personal Data

Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember your preferences, and analyze usage patterns.

Device Information: We may collect browser type, device type, operating system, and IP address for security and service optimization purposes.

2. Privacy-First Photo Analysis

Photo Analysis is Local: When you use our photo analysis feature, all processing happens entirely within your browser. Your photos are never uploaded to our servers or stored anywhere outside your device. We take your privacy seriously.

3. What We DO NOT Collect

We do not collect, store, or have access to:
- Your actual dating app conversations or messages
- Your dating profile photos (analysis happens locally in your browser)
- Your matches' personal information
- Any personally identifiable information about people you interact with on dating apps

4. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and use your data to:
- Provide and improve the DateCoach service
- Generate personalized AI conversation openers and bio suggestions
- Process your subscription payments
- Provide customer support
- Send you important service updates and weekly performance reports (Pro plan)
- Analyze usage patterns to improve our AI models (using anonymized data only)
- Comply with legal obligations

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We share your data only as follows:

Stripe: Payment processing and subscription management. Stripe's privacy policy: https://stripe.com/privacy

OpenAI: We use OpenAI's API to generate AI conversation suggestions and bio rewrites. We send only the necessary context (dating profile information) without personally identifiable information.

Google OAuth: If you sign in with Google, we receive authentication data according to Google's OAuth policies.

We do not:
- Sell your personal data to anyone
- Share your data with advertisers
- Rent or trade your information
- Share your dating conversations with any third party

6. Data Retention and Deletion

Account Data: We retain your account data as long as your account is active.

Performance Metrics: We retain anonymized performance metrics to improve our service.

Your Rights: You can request to export or delete all your data at any time by contacting us at bartzalewskidev@gmail.com. Upon request, we will delete your account and associated data within 30 days.

7. GDPR Compliance

For users in the European Union, we comply with GDPR requirements. You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to data processing
- Data portability
- Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at bartzalewskidev@gmail.com.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
- Secure authentication with NextAuth.js
- Regular security updates and monitoring
- Limited access to personal data within our organization

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Children's Privacy

DateCoach is intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

11. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through the Service. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to request deletion. Contact us to exercise these rights.

13. Contact Information

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

Email: bartzalewskidev@gmail.com
Website: https://datecoach.top

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

By using DateCoach, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.