# Privacy Policy for PsiMatch
**Last Updated: October 21, 2025**
## Introduction
Welcome to PsiMatch ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application PsiMatch (the "App").
By using PsiMatch, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
## Contact Information
**Developer:** Murat Meşe
**Email:** 44mesemese44@gmail.com
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at the email address above.
## Information We Collect
### 1. Personal Information
When you register and use PsiMatch, we may collect the following information:
- Name and username
- Email address
- Profile information you provide
- User-generated content (messages, profile details)
### 2. Location Data (Optional)
We request access to your device's location services on an **optional basis**. You can choose whether or not to grant location permission. Location data may be used to:
- Connect you with nearby users
- Enhance matching features
- Provide location-based services
**You can enable or disable location services at any time through your device settings.**
### 3. Notification Data (Optional)
We request permission to send you push notifications to:
- Notify you of new messages
- Alert you about matches and connections
- Send important app updates
**You can enable or disable notifications at any time through your device settings.**
### 4. Automatically Collected Information
When you use PsiMatch, we automatically collect:
- Device information (model, operating system, unique device identifiers)
- App usage data and analytics
- IP address
- Network information
### 5. Advertising Data
We use Google AdMob to display advertisements in the App. AdMob may collect:
- Advertising ID
- Device information
- App usage patterns
- Ad interaction data
For more information about Google's privacy practices, please visit: [Google Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
## How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
1. **To Provide and Maintain Our Service**
- Create and manage your account
- Enable communication between users
- Process your requests and transactions
2. **To Improve User Experience**
- Analyze app usage to improve features
- Personalize your experience
- Develop new features and services
3. **To Communicate With You**
- Send push notifications (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries
- Send important updates about the App
4. **To Display Advertisements**
- Show relevant ads through Google AdMob
- Measure ad performance
5. **To Ensure Security**
- Detect and prevent fraud
- Protect against unauthorized access
- Maintain the safety of our community
## Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against:
- Unauthorized access
- Accidental loss
- Destruction or damage
- Unlawful processing
**Security measures include:**
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure servers and databases
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and authentication
However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
## Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal or legitimate business purposes.
## Third-Party Services
### Google AdMob
Our App uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may use cookies and similar technologies to collect information about your device and app usage to provide personalized ads.
**You can opt out of personalized ads by:**
- Adjusting your device's ad settings (iOS: Settings > Privacy > Advertising; Android: Settings > Google > Ads)
- Visiting Google's [Ads Settings](https://adssettings.google.com/)
**AdMob Privacy Policy:** [https://policies.google.com/privacy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
### Analytics Services
We may use third-party analytics services to monitor and analyze the use of our App. These services may collect information about your app usage patterns.
## Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
### 1. Access and Update
You can access and update your personal information through your account settings in the App.
### 2. Delete Your Account
You can delete your account at any time. Upon deletion, your personal information will be removed from our systems, subject to any legal retention requirements.
### 3. Location Permission
You can enable or disable location services at any time through your device settings.
### 4. Notification Permission
You can enable or disable push notifications at any time through your device settings or within the App.
### 5. Opt-Out of Personalized Ads
You can opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings or AdMob settings.
### 6. Data Portability
You can request a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used format.
### 7. Withdraw Consent
Where we rely on your consent to process your information, you can withdraw that consent at any time.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at 44mesemese44@gmail.com.
## Children's Privacy
PsiMatch is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we discover that a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at 44mesemese44@gmail.com.
## International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws.
We take appropriate measures to ensure that your personal information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy when transferred internationally.
## Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy in the App
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Sending you a notification (if required by law)
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
## Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
1. **With Your Consent:** When you explicitly agree to share information
2. **Service Providers:** With trusted third parties who assist us in operating the App (under strict confidentiality agreements)
3. **Legal Requirements:** When required by law, court order, or legal process
4. **Protection of Rights:** To protect our rights, property, safety, or that of our users
5. **Business Transfers:** In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
## Cookies and Tracking Technologies
PsiMatch and our third-party partners (such as AdMob) may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Understand app usage patterns
- Deliver personalized advertisements
- Analyze app performance
You can manage cookie preferences through your device settings.
## California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at 44mesemese44@gmail.com.
## European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right of access
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object
- Right to withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at 44mesemese44@gmail.com.
## Your Consent
By using PsiMatch, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
## Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
**Email:** 44mesemese44@gmail.com
**Developer:** Murat Meşe
We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.
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**Effective Date:** October 21, 2025
This Privacy Policy governs your use of the PsiMatch mobile application.