Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. Introduction

At milni, 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 and related services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, gender
  • Profile Information: Photos, bio, education, profession, interests, family values
  • Preferences: Dating preferences, location preferences, cultural preferences
  • Communication: Messages, photos, and other content you share
  • Family Information: Family member details (when using family features)

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers
  • Usage Data: App usage patterns, features used, time spent on app
  • Location Data: Your approximate location (with your consent)
  • Log Data: IP address, browser type, access times, pages viewed

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain our dating and connection services
  • Create and manage your profile
  • Match you with potential partners based on your preferences
  • Enable family features and family involvement (when requested)
  • Process payments and manage subscriptions
  • Send you notifications and updates
  • Improve our services and develop new features
  • Ensure the security and safety of our platform
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Family Features and Privacy

milni offers optional family involvement features that require special privacy considerations:

4.1 Family Member Information

  • Family members can only be added with explicit consent from all parties
  • Family member information is treated with the same level of protection as user information
  • Family members can be removed from your account at any time

4.3 Family Approval Features

  • Family approval is optional and can be disabled
  • Users control which profiles family members can review
  • Family feedback is shared only with the user's consent

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 With Other Users

  • Profile information is shared with potential matches based on your preferences
  • Messages are shared only with the intended recipient
  • Family information is shared only with family members you've invited

5.2 With Service Providers

  • Payment processors for subscription management
  • Cloud storage providers for data hosting
  • Analytics services to improve our platform
  • Customer support tools to assist users

5.3 Legal Requirements

  • To comply with applicable laws and regulations
  • To respond to legal requests and court orders
  • To protect our rights, property, and safety
  • To investigate and prevent fraud or abuse

6. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can access your data
  • Regular Audits: We conduct regular security audits and assessments
  • Data Minimization: We collect only the information necessary for our services
  • Secure Infrastructure: We use industry-standard cloud infrastructure

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services:

  • Active Accounts: Information is retained while your account is active
  • Deactivated Accounts: Information is retained for 30 days after deactivation
  • Deleted Accounts: Information is permanently deleted within 90 days
  • Legal Requirements: Some information may be retained longer for legal compliance

8. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

8.1 Access and Control

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Update: Update or correct your information
  • Delete: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

8.2 Privacy Settings

  • Control who can see your profile
  • Manage family feature settings
  • Control notification preferences
  • Manage location sharing settings

8.3 Communication Preferences

  • Opt out of marketing communications
  • Control push notification settings
  • Manage email preferences

9. International Data Transfers

milni operates globally and may transfer your information to countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.

10. Children's Privacy

milni is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 18, please contact us immediately.

11. Third-Party Services

Our app may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes through the app or by email. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

  • Email: priyanka@milni.app
  • Address: San Francisco, CA
  • Data Protection Officer: priyanka@milni.app

14. Regional Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have additional privacy rights under local laws:

14.1 California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information.

14.2 European Residents (GDPR)

European residents have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including the right to erasure, the right to data portability, and the right to object to processing.

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