# Privacy Policy for PawfectMatch
- Effective Date: January 1, 2026*
Welcome to PawfectMatch! We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal data of you and your furry friends. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our mobile application.
## 1. Information We Collect
- Account Information*: When you sign up, we collect your email address and full name via Supabase Authentication.
- Profile Selection*: We collect information about your dog, including name, breed, age, gender, size, weight, bio, and photos.
- Location Data*: With your permission, we collect your general location (radius-based) to show you nearby dog profiles.
- Interactions*: We collect data on your swipes (likes/nopes), matches, and chat messages to provide the core dating experience.
- Subscription Data*: We use RevenueCat to manage premium subscriptions. We do not store your credit card information; this is handled by the App Store or Google Play Store.
## 2. How We Use Your Information
- To create and manage your account.
- To facilitate matches and communication between dog owners.
- To provide discovery features based on your preferences.
- To process and manage premium features and subscriptions.
- To improve our app performance and user experience.
## 3. How We Share Your Information
- Public Profile*: Your dog's profile (name, photos, bio, etc.) is visible to other users for matching purposes.
- Service Providers*: We share data with Supabase (Database/Auth) and RevenueCat (Subscriptions) as essential service providers.
- Legal Compliance*: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety of our users.
## 4. Your Rights