Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you register for and use Zanga, we collect the following types of information:

• Account Information: Email address, phone number, full name, date of birth, and gender.
• Profile Information: Photos, bio/about me text, hobbies, interests, personality traits, social goals, and preferences.
• Location Data: Geographic location to help you find people nearby (with your permission).
• Communication Data: Messages you send and receive through the app.
• Preference Data: Your exploration history, connection interests, and profile preferences.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers.
• Usage Data: How you interact with the app, features used, time spent, and actions taken.
• Log Data: IP address, access times, pages viewed, app crashes, and system activity.

1.3 AI-Generated Data

Our artificial intelligence systems analyze your photos and profile to:

• Analyze profile features for connection suggestions
• Generate personalized "About Me" descriptions
• Provide photo quality and optimization suggestions
• Calculate profile analysis scores with potential connections

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Create and manage your account
• Provide personalized connection recommendations using AI algorithms
• Enable communication between connected users
• Analyze and improve our services and AI connection accuracy
• Ensure platform safety and prevent fraud
• Send notifications about connections, messages, and app updates
• Process transactions and manage subscriptions
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Comply with legal obligations

3. AI and Machine Learning

• Preference Learning: Our AI learns from your exploration patterns to understand your preferences in interests, style, and personality traits.
• Photo Analysis: We analyze photos to detect features, expressions, and style for profile analysis purposes. This data is processed securely and is not shared with third parties.
• Profile Generation: AI can generate personalized profile descriptions in multiple languages based on your interests and traits.
• Profile Analysis: We calculate connection analysis scores based on multiple factors including interests, values, and AI-detected preferences.

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Your profile information is visible to other users as part of the social discovery process.
• Service Providers: We work with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the app (cloud hosting, analytics, payment processing).
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request.
• Safety: To protect the safety of our users, investigate fraud, or respond to security threats.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• End-to-end encryption for messages
• Secure HTTPS connections
• Regular security audits and penetration testing
• Strict access controls and employee training
• Secure data centers with physical security measures

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@zanga.app

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, all your personal data — including your profile, photos, messages, and preferences — is permanently deleted immediately. No data is retained after account deletion.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws.

9. Children's Privacy

Zanga is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. Third-Party Links

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.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. It is your responsibility to review this page periodically for any changes. Your continued use of Zanga after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

• Email: support@zanga.app