Last Updated: January 2024
At Nuruni, we are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with the care and respect it deserves. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our Christian dating and fellowship platform.
1. Information We Collect
Personal Information You Provide
- Profile Information: Name, age, location, photos, bio, faith details
- Faith Information: Denomination, church attendance, relationship with God
- Preferences: Age range, distance, relationship goals, lifestyle choices
- Verification Data: Selfie photos for identity verification
- Communication: Messages, likes, matches, and interactions
- Account Information: Email, phone number, login credentials
- Payment Information: Billing details for premium subscriptions
Information We Collect Automatically
- Location Data: GPS coordinates, city, region (with your permission)
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique identifiers
- Usage Data: App interactions, features used, time spent
- Log Information: IP address, access times, error logs
- Analytics: App performance, user behavior patterns
Information from Third Parties
- Social Media: If you connect social accounts (with permission)
- Payment Processors: Transaction data from Google Pay, Apple Pay, etc.
- App Stores: Purchase history, review information
2. How We Use Your Information
Core Platform Functions
- Matching: Connect you with compatible Christian singles
- Profile Display: Show your profile to potential matches
- Communication: Enable messaging between matched users
- Verification: Confirm identity and maintain authentic profiles
- Discovery: Show you profiles based on your preferences
Safety and Security
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and inappropriate behavior
- Verify user identities through selfie verification
- Monitor for violations of community guidelines
- Investigate reported incidents and safety concerns
- Maintain secure platform operations
Service Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to improve features
- Personalize your experience and recommendations
- Test new features and functionality
- Optimize matching algorithms
- Enhance user interface and experience
Communication
- Send you matches, messages, and notifications
- Provide customer support and assistance
- Share daily Bible verses and inspirational content
- Send important updates about our service
- Respond to your inquiries and feedback
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
With Other Users
We share your profile information with other users as part of the matching service:
- Profile photos and basic information
- Faith details and preferences you choose to share
- Verification status (verified badge)
- Messages you send to matched users
Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party providers for:
- Cloud Storage: Supabase for secure data storage
- Payment Processing: Google Pay, Apple Pay, mobile money providers
- Analytics: Usage analytics and performance monitoring
- Customer Support: Help desk and support services
- Security: Fraud detection and prevention services
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or to:
- Comply with legal processes and government requests
- Protect our rights, property, and safety
- Protect the rights and safety of our users
- Investigate potential violations of our terms
- Prevent fraud and criminal activity
Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale, user information may be transferred as part of the business assets.
4. Data Security and Protection
Security Measures
- Encryption: Data encrypted in transit and at rest
- Access Controls: Limited employee access on need-to-know basis
- Secure Storage: Industry-standard cloud infrastructure
- Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
- Monitoring: 24/7 security monitoring and threat detection
Your Security Responsibilities
- Keep your login credentials secure
- Use strong, unique passwords
- Enable two-factor authentication if available
- Report suspicious activity immediately
- Be cautious when sharing personal information
5. Your Privacy Rights and Choices
Profile Controls
- Visibility: Control who can see your profile
- Information Sharing: Choose what details to display
- Photo Management: Add, remove, or reorder photos
- Discovery Settings: Control your appearance in others' feeds
Communication Preferences
- Choose which notifications to receive
- Set communication frequency preferences
- Block or report inappropriate users
- Control message delivery settings
Location Settings
- Enable or disable location sharing
- Control location accuracy settings
- Manage distance-based matching
- Update location information manually
Data Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Portability: Export your data in a readable format
- Objection: Object to certain data processing
6. Data Retention and Deletion
Active Accounts
We retain your information as long as your account is active to provide our services.
Account Deletion
When you delete your account:
- Your profile is removed from discovery immediately
- Personal information is deleted within 30 days
- Messages may remain visible to recipients
- Some data retained for legal compliance (6 months to 7 years)
- Anonymous analytics data may be retained
Legal Retention
Some information may be retained longer for:
- Legal compliance and regulatory requirements
- Fraud prevention and security purposes
- Resolving disputes and enforcing agreements
- Safety investigations and incident response
7. International Data Transfers
Nuruni operates globally and may transfer your data to countries with different privacy laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:
- Standard contractual clauses for international transfers
- Adequacy decisions for data transfer to certain countries
- Privacy Shield or similar certification programs
- Regular monitoring of international privacy developments
8. Children's Privacy
Nuruni is not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18. If we discover we have collected information from a child under 18, we will:
- Delete the information immediately
- Terminate the account
- Implement additional safeguards
- Notify parents or guardians if required by law
9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic platform functionality
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how you use our service
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Analytics Cookies: Provide insights for service improvement
Your Cookie Choices
- Manage cookie preferences in your browser settings
- Opt out of analytics cookies through our settings
- Use browser extensions to control tracking
- Clear cookies and data periodically
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect:
- Changes in our data practices
- New features or services
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- User feedback and suggestions
When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date
- Notify you through the app or email
- Highlight significant changes
- Provide additional notice for material changes
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices:
General Privacy Questions
- Email: privacy@nuruni.com
- Support: support@nuruni.com
- Data Protection Officer: dpo@nuruni.com
Data Rights Requests
To exercise your data rights or request information:
- Use the "Data & Privacy" section in app settings
- Email us at privacy@nuruni.com with your request
- Include your account information for verification
- Specify the type of request (access, deletion, etc.)
Complaints and Concerns
If you have concerns about our data handling:
- Contact us first to resolve the issue
- Contact your local data protection authority
- Seek guidance from privacy advocacy organizations
Our Commitment to Christian Values
As a Christian platform, we are committed to:
- Integrity: Handling your data with honesty and transparency
- Stewardship: Being responsible caretakers of your information
- Respect: Treating your privacy with the dignity it deserves
- Trust: Building a platform worthy of your confidence
- Service: Using your data only to serve you better
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding." - Proverbs 3:5
We pray that our handling of your information reflects Christ's love and builds trust within our community.
Transparency Report
We believe in transparency about our data practices:
- Data Requests: We receive approximately [X] government requests per year
- Account Actions: We suspended [X] accounts for policy violations last year
- Security Incidents: We maintain a clean security record with no major breaches
- Data Portability: We processed [X] data export requests last year
Statistics updated annually and available upon request.