Effective Date: May 25, 2026
Hello (“Hello,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the “Service”).
By using Hello, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
- Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly, information generated through your use of the Service, and information from trusted third party services such as identity verification, fraud prevention, or login providers, where permitted by law.
1a. Information You Provide
This may include:
- name
- email address
- phone number
- age and date of birth
- gender and preferences
- profile photos and videos
- written profile responses
- SmartMatch questionnaire answers
- location (city or region)
- messages sent through the Service
- support requests and communications
- referral activity
Some information is required to create and maintain an account and to generate matches. If required information is not provided, certain features of the Service, including matching, may not be available.
1b. Information Collected Automatically
When you use Hello, we may collect:
- device type
- operating system
- IP address
- app usage activity
- interaction data
- crash reports
- session timestamps
- approximate location derived from IP address
We may also collect information about how you interact with profiles, matches, and features to improve matching accuracy and Service performance.
1c. Information From Third Parties
Where applicable, we may receive information from:
- Apple App Store or Google Play billing systems
- analytics providers
- fraud prevention and safety tools
- referral tracking systems
- identity verification vendors if introduced
- social login providers if introduced
- How We Use Your Information
We use your information to operate, improve, and protect Hello.
This includes:
- creating and managing your account
- generating matches using compatibility signals and questionnaire responses
- displaying your profile to other users
- enabling communication between members
- personalizing SmartMatch results
- improving product features and user experience
- monitoring usage trends and engagement
- detecting fraud, bots, scams, or misuse
- enforcing our Terms and policies
- maintaining safety and moderation systems
- processing payments and subscriptions
- sending service-related notifications
- sending optional push notifications if enabled
- responding to support requests
- complying with legal obligations
Some matching features rely on automated processing of profile information and questionnaire responses to suggest compatible users.
- How Your Information Is Shared
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share information in the following circumstances.
3a. With Other Users
Your profile information is visible to other members as part of the Service.
This may include:
- profile photos
- first name
- age
- location (general)
- interests
- questionnaire responses
- profile prompts
Messages you send are visible to recipients.
3b. With Service Providers
We may share information with trusted vendors that support operations such as:
- hosting infrastructure providers
- analytics services
- moderation and safety review tools
- fraud detection providers
- payment processors
- customer support platforms
These providers may only use your information to perform services on our behalf.
3c. For Safety and Moderation
We may review profiles, photos, messages, and activity signals to detect violations of our Terms, Community Guidelines, or Safety policies.
This review may occur through automated systems, human review, or a combination of both.
3d. For Legal Reasons
We may disclose information if necessary to:
- comply with law
- respond to lawful requests
- enforce our Terms
- protect users
- investigate misconduct
- prevent fraud
- protect Hello’s rights or property
3e. Business Transfers
If Hello is involved in a merger, acquisition, financing event, or asset sale, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
- How We Store and Protect Information
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your information. However, no system can guarantee absolute security.
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login credentials.
- Data Retention
We retain information as long as necessary to:
- provide the Service
- comply with legal obligations
- resolve disputes
- enforce agreements
- support safety investigations
Some information may remain in backup systems for a limited time after deletion.
- Your Choices and Controls
You may:
- update profile information in Settings
- adjust visibility preferences
- control notification settings
- enable or disable push notifications through your device settings
- delete your account at any time
When you delete your account, your profile will no longer be visible to other users. Some information may be retained as required by law or for safety enforcement purposes.
- Location Information
We may use general location data to:
- improve match recommendations
- support safety features
- personalize content
Precise location data is only collected if you enable location permissions on your device.
- Device Permissions
Hello may request access to certain device features such as:
- camera (for profile photos or verification features)
- photo library (for profile uploads)
- notifications (for match and message alerts)
You may control these permissions through your device settings.
- Children’s Privacy
Hello is intended only for individuals age 18 or older.
We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If we learn that such data has been collected, we will delete it.
- California Privacy Rights
California residents may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to:
- request access to personal information
- request deletion of personal information
- request correction of inaccurate information
- request information about data sharing practices
Requests may be submitted to:
info@hellodatingapp.com
- International Users
If you access Hello from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions.
By using the Service, you consent to this transfer.
- Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
When material changes are made, we may notify you through the app or by email and update the Effective Date above.
Your continued use of Hello after updates means you accept the revised policy.
- Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact:
Hello Privacy Team
admin@hellodatingapp.com
r services. By accessing this site, you agree to the terms described below.
We may collect personal information when you voluntarily provide it, such as when you:
This information may include your:
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
This data is collected using cookies and analytics tools.
We use the information we collect to:
We do not sell or share your personal information for marketing purposes.
Our website may use cookies to:
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We take reasonable measures to safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
We may use third-party tools or platforms, such as:
These third parties may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
Our website may contain links to other websites.
We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally.
The updated version will be posted on this page with the revised date.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:
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