1. Introduction
Welcome to Pairaecho ("we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App").
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using Pairaecho, you consent to the practices described in this policy.
Our Commitment: Pairaecho is built on the principle of anonymity. We design our systems to minimize data collection while providing meaningful emotional connections.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
| Data Type | Purpose | Required |
|---|---|---|
| Email Address | Account creation, authentication, communication | Yes |
| Password | Account security (stored encrypted) | Yes |
| Date of Birth | Age verification (18+ requirement) | Yes |
| Gender | Matching preferences | Yes |
| Age Range | Matching preferences | Yes |
| Country | Matching preferences, localization | Yes |
| Display Name | Identity reveal (if both users consent) | Optional |
| Contact Link | Shared only upon mutual reveal | Optional |
2.2 Information Generated Through Use
- Mood Check-ins: Your daily mood selections (valence and arousal levels)
- Connection Data: Information about your matches, connection duration, and reveal decisions
- Icebreaker Messages: Short anonymous messages exchanged with connections
- Matching Preferences: Your filter selections for finding connections
2.3 Automatically Collected Information
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
- Usage Data: App interactions, feature usage, session duration
- Log Data: IP address, access times, error logs
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide Services: Create accounts, facilitate matching, enable mood sharing
- Improve the App: Analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, develop features
- Ensure Safety: Detect fraud, prevent abuse, enforce Terms of Service
- Communicate: Send important updates, respond to inquiries
- Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations, respond to lawful requests
What We DON'T Do: We do not sell your personal information. We do not use your data for targeted advertising. We do not share your identity without your explicit consent.
4. How We Protect Your Data
4.1 Security Measures
- Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest (AES-256)
- Password Security: Passwords are hashed using industry-standard algorithms
- Access Control: Strict access controls and authentication for data access
- Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
4.2 Anonymity Protections
- Your identity is never revealed to connections without mutual consent
- Mood data is only shared with your current connection(s)
- Icebreaker messages do not contain identifying information
- Connection history is not shared between different connections
5. Information Sharing
5.1 With Your Connections
During an active connection, we share:
- Your mood check-ins (valence and arousal)
- Icebreaker messages you send
- Your reveal decision (after 7 days)
- Your display name and contact link (only if BOTH users choose to reveal)
5.2 With Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third parties who assist us in:
- Cloud hosting and data storage
- Analytics and performance monitoring
- Customer support services
5.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, safety, and the safety of users.
6. Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account Information | Until account deletion |
| Mood Check-ins | 90 days after connection ends |
| Icebreaker Messages | 30 days after connection ends |
| Connection History | Until account deletion |
7. Your Rights and Choices
7.1 Access and Portability
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Review your mood history and connection records
7.2 Correction and Deletion
You can:
- Update your profile information through the App
- Delete your account and all associated data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
7.3 How to Exercise Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights:
- Use the settings within the App
- Email us at [email protected]
8. Children's Privacy
Age Restriction: Pairaecho is strictly for users 18 years of age and older. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18.
If we discover that we have collected information from a user under 18, we will immediately delete that information and terminate the account.
9. International Data Transfers
Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.
10. Regional Privacy Rights
10.1 European Economic Area (GDPR)
If you are in the EEA, you have additional rights under GDPR including:
- Right to access, rectification, and erasure
- Right to restrict or object to processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
10.2 California (CCPA)
California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected, access their data, and request deletion. We do not sell personal information.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date
- For significant changes, we will notify you via email or in-app notification
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Privacy Inquiries: [email protected]
- General Support: [email protected]
- Website: https://pairaecho.com
Your privacy matters to us. If you have any concerns about how your data is handled, please don't hesitate to reach out.