Privacy Policy: Protecting Your Personal Information on pichunte

1. Introduction and General Provisions

Welcome to pichunte. This Privacy Policy describes our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our platform for adult dating and meaningful connections. We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and handling your data with the utmost care and transparency.

By accessing or using pichunte, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms outlined in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our services. This policy applies to all services offered by pichunte, including our website, mobile applications, and related features.

2. What Data We Collect

To provide you with a personalized and secure dating experience, we collect various types of information, which may include:

• Personal Identification Data: Information you provide during registration, such as your name, email address, date of birth, gender, and preferences.
• Profile and Interaction Data: Content you create, including profile photos, bios, messages, likes, and any other interactions within the platform.
• Technical and Usage Data: Automatically collected data such as IP address, device type, browser information, operating system, pages visited, and timestamps of activity.
• Location Data: General geographic location (at city or regional level) to facilitate local connections, if you grant permission.
• Communication Data: Records of your communications with our support team and other members, subject to our safety monitoring systems.

3. How We Use Your Data

Your information is utilized to enhance your experience, ensure platform security, and improve our services. Primary uses include:

• Creating and managing your account, and providing access to pichunte's features.
• Personalizing your experience by suggesting compatible matches and relevant content.
• Facilitating communication between members in a safe and moderated environment.
• Ensuring platform security, preventing fraud, and enforcing our Terms of Service.
• Conducting analysis and research to improve our algorithms, features, and user interface.
• Sending you service-related notifications, updates, and (with your consent) promotional communications.

We process your data based on legitimate interests, contractual necessity, and, where required, your explicit consent.

4. Sharing Data with Third Parties

We value your privacy and do not sell your personal data. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist in operations (e.g., hosting, analytics, payment processing) under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Compliance: If required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, we may disclose information to protect our rights or the safety of our users.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction, with notice provided.
• With Your Consent: We may share specific information with third parties when you explicitly authorize us to do so.

Any third-party access is governed by contracts that mandate data protection standards equivalent to our own.

5. Data Protection and Security

We implement robust technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security framework includes:

• Encryption of sensitive data both in transit (via TLS/SSL) and at rest.
• Regular security assessments, vulnerability testing, and monitoring of our systems.
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms to restrict data access to authorized personnel only.
• Secure development practices and employee training on data protection principles.

While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage users to use strong passwords and be cautious about the information they share online.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data. These may include:

• Access and Portability: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you in a structured format.
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate or incomplete information in your profile.
• Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain legal obligations.
• Objection and Restriction: Object to certain processing activities or request a temporary restriction of processing.
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw previously given consent at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
• Opt-Out of Marketing: Unsubscribe from promotional emails via the link provided in each communication.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the details in Section 9. We will respond to legitimate requests within the timeframe required by applicable law.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

pichunte uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance functionality, analyze usage, and support our marketing efforts. Cookies are small data files stored on your device.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for core functions like login and security. The website cannot operate properly without them.
• Performance Cookies: Collect anonymous data on how visitors use our site to improve performance.
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region) to personalize your experience.
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness, both on and off our platform.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may limit some features of pichunte.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or services. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will indicate the most recent revision.

We will notify users of material changes via email or a prominent notice on our platform before the changes take effect. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we protect your information.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Data Protection Team: