Privacy Terms
Please read these Terms carefully before using this Website. By accessing, browsing, or using this Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Privacy Terms. If you do not accept these Privacy Terms, do not use the Website.
1. Introduction
Welcome to OFW LoveConnect (“we,” “our,” “us”). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you use our services, including our website, mobile apps, and related features (collectively, the “Platform”).
By using our Platform, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy and consent to the processing of your personal data as described herein.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
Registration Data: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, gender identity, sexual orientation, location, username, and password.
Profile Content: Photos, videos, personal descriptions, relationship preferences, hobbies, and interests you choose to share.
Communications: Messages, voice notes, and media exchanged with other users or sent to us via support channels.
Payment Details: Billing information (processed via secure payment providers; we do not store full card numbers).
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
Usage Data: Device type, browser type, IP address, operating system, pages visited, time spent, and referring URLs.
Geolocation Data: With your consent, we may collect your approximate or precise location to show matches nearby.
Cookies & Tracking: Session cookies, persistent cookies, analytics scripts, and advertising pixels.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
1. Provide and maintain the OFW LoveConnect Platform.
2. Facilitate user discovery, matching, and communication.
3. Personalize content and recommendations.
4. Ensure safety, security, and fraud prevention.
5. Process payments and subscriptions.
6. Send administrative messages and service updates.
7. Comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.
8. Improve Platform performance, features, and user experience.
4. Legal Bases for Processing
If you are located in the EEA, UK, or other applicable jurisdictions, our processing is based on:
Consent: For optional features like precise location sharing.
Contract: Processing necessary to provide requested services.
Legitimate Interests: Platform security, fraud prevention, and improvement.
Legal Compliance: Meeting legal or regulatory requirements.
5. Data Sharing
We may share your information with:
Other Users: As per your privacy and visibility settings.
Service Providers: Payment processors, cloud hosting, analytics, customer support tools.
Legal Authorities: When required by law, subpoena, or court order.
Business Transfers: In case of mergers, acquisitions, or sale of assets.
We do not sell your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes.
6. International Transfers
As a global platform, your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your residence. We implement safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses to ensure adequate data protection.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal data:
As long as your account is active.
For a reasonable period thereafter for legal, audit, and security purposes. You may request deletion at any time (see Section 9).
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:
Access and obtain a copy of your data.
Request corrections or updates.
Request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”).
Restrict or object to certain processing.
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
Data portability (receive your data in a machine‑readable format).
Requests can be made via [Privacy Contact Email].
9. Your Privacy Controls
Profile Settings: Manage who sees your information.
Location Controls: Enable/disable location services anytime.
Account Deletion: Permanently delete your account through settings or by contacting us.
10. Security Measures
We employ:
End‑to‑end encryption for private messages.
HTTPS encryption for all data in transit.
Role‑based access controls for our staff.
Regular security audits and vulnerability testing.
11. Children’s Privacy
OFW LoveConnect is strictly for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted with a revised “Last Updated” date.