Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
RoomDate is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: Name, email, password, date of birth, gender
- Profile Information: Photos, bio, interests, location
- Communications: Messages you send to other users
- Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe
Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type
- Usage Data: Features used, time spent, interactions
- Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed
2. Location Data
Important Notice About Location Data
RoomDate offers optional location-based features to help you find people nearby.
What We Collect
- GPS coordinates (latitude and longitude) from your device
- This data is only collected if you grant location permission
Why We Collect It
- To show you approximate distance to other users (e.g., "~5 mi away")
- To allow you to filter profiles by distance
- To help you appear in other users' nearby searches
How We Handle It
- Your exact location is NEVER shared with other users
- Other users only see approximate distance (e.g., "~12 mi away" or "< 1 mi away")
- Location data is stored securely on our servers
- We do not sell or share your precise location with third parties
- Location is updated only when you actively use the app
Your Control
- Location sharing is optional - you can use RoomDate without enabling it
- You can disable location access at any time through your device settings
- If you disable location, you will not appear in distance-filtered searches
- Your location data is deleted when you delete your account
3. Facial Verification and Biometric Data
Important Notice About Biometric Data
To ensure user safety and prevent fake profiles, RoomDate uses facial verification technology.
What We Collect
- A facial scan captured through your device camera
- Facial geometry data used to compare against your profile photo
Why We Collect It
- To verify that you are a real person
- To confirm your identity matches your profile photo
- To protect our community from fake accounts and catfishing
How We Handle It
- Facial data is used only for verification purposes
- We do not sell or share your biometric data with third parties
- Facial scan data is automatically deleted within 24 hours after verification
- Only the verification status (verified/not verified) is stored on your account
Your Consent
By using the facial verification feature, you consent to the collection and processing of your biometric data as described above. You may choose not to verify, but access to messaging features requires verification.
4. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose | Data Used |
|---|
| Create and manage your account | Email, password, profile info |
| Verify your identity | Facial scan, profile photo |
| Match you with compatible users | Preferences, interests |
| Show distance to other users | GPS coordinates (if enabled) |
| Enable messaging and virtual rooms | Messages, room activity |
| Process payments | Payment info via Stripe |
5. Information Sharing
We do NOT sell your personal information, location data, or biometric data.
We may share information with:
- Other Users: Your public profile is visible to potential matches. Only approximate distance is shown, never your exact location.
- Service Providers: Companies that help us operate
- Legal Requirements: When required by law
6. Data Security
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
- Secure password hashing
- Encrypted storage of biometric data during processing
- Secure storage of location coordinates
- Regular security audits
7. Your Rights
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correct: Update inaccurate information
- Delete: Delete your account and data including biometric and location data
- Opt-out: Disable location sharing or unsubscribe from marketing
Contact us at support@roomdate.dating to exercise these rights.
8. Data Retention
- Account data is retained as long as your account is active
- Location data is retained as long as your account is active
- Facial scan data is deleted within 24 hours after verification
- When you delete your account, all data is removed within 30 days
9. Age Requirement
RoomDate is strictly for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18.
10. California and Illinois Residents
If you are a resident of California or Illinois, you have additional rights regarding biometric and location data:
- Right to know what biometric and location data is collected and why
- Right to request deletion of biometric and location data
- Right to be informed before collection (this policy serves as notice)
- We will not sell your biometric or precise location data
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
12. Contact Us
For privacy questions:
support@roomdate.dating
RoomDate - Florida, USA