At Stringly ("we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the trust of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and disclose your personal information when you access or use our services through the Stringly mobile application, website, and associated services (collectively, the "Platform"). By accessing or using our Platform, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide We collect the information you voluntarily provide when using our Platform, including:

• Full name, email address, mobile number, profile photos, and bio details.

• Gender identity, age, college affiliation, preferences, and interests.

• Any content you upload, including messages, chat content, likes, feedback, and reports.

• Identity documents or facial scans for AI and on-chain verification (if submitted).

1.2 Automatically Collected Information We automatically collect certain information from your device and usage, such as:

• IP address, operating system, browser type, device identifiers.

• Geo-location (if enabled), timestamps, page views, and browsing behavior.

• Device usage, feature interactions, and in-app analytics.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide and improve Platform functionality, matching, and networking features.

• Enable secure and verified identity-based interactions using on-chain AI mechanisms.

• Suggest potential matches based on mutual preferences and behavior.

• Enforce safety guidelines and investigate suspicious or harmful behavior.

• Send you relevant updates, feature releases, and community content.

• Perform data analytics, usage tracking, and product performance measurement.

• Offer support and respond to your inquiries efficiently.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)

We process your personal data based on the following lawful grounds:

• Your explicit consent (e.g., marketing, verification features).

• Fulfillment of a contractual obligation (i.e., providing services).

• Legitimate interests (e.g., service improvements, fraud detection).

• Legal obligations (e.g., identity verification requirements).

4. Sharing of Information

• We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.

• Your information may be shared with trusted service providers, cloud hosting services, analytics providers, or verification vendors who are contractually obligated to safeguard it.

• Blockchain interactions (e.g., minting credentials) are publicly visible and immutable.

• We may disclose information to law enforcement when required by applicable law or legal process.

5. Data Retention and Deletion

• We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal requirements.

• Users can request deletion of their account and associated personal data, excluding data stored on public blockchains.

• Aggregated, anonymized data may be retained for analytics and research.

6. Data Security

• We apply state-of-the-art encryption protocols, two-factor authentication, and role-based access control.

• Biometric or identity documents are securely processed and deleted after verification unless required for regulatory compliance.

• On-chain credentials are issued using verifiable and secure decentralized systems.

7. Your Rights (as per applicable laws)

You may exercise the following rights:

• Access your data and receive a copy.

• Correct or update inaccurate or incomplete information.

• Delete or restrict processing of your data.

• Object to data processing or withdraw consent (where applicable).

• Port your data to another service provider (data portability).

To exercise your rights, email us at: support@stringly.net

8. International Transfers

• Your data may be transferred and processed outside your country of residence, including countries that may not have equivalent data protection laws.

• We ensure adequate safeguards through standard contractual clauses and secure infrastructure.

9. Third-Party Services

• Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties.

• Please review their privacy policies before interacting with their platforms.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Improve your browsing experience and site performance.

• Understand user behavior and personalize content.

• Track sessions, authentication, and app interactions.

• Collect analytics and usage statistics.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Some cookies are essential for site functionality and may not be disabled.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

• We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically. When we do, we will update the “Effective Date” above.

• Significant changes will be communicated via the app or email notifications.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, contact us at: Email: support@stringly.net
Website: www.stringly.net
 

Thank you for being part of Stringly. We’re building a future where trust, authenticity, and real connections come first.