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MzansiDate – Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2026-02-15

This Privacy Policy explains how MzansiDate (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you use mzansidate.com (the “Service”).

1) Information we collect

Information you provide

  • Name, username, email address
  • Date of birth / age
  • Profile details (bio, preferences, location, photos)
  • Messages sent through the Service
  • Payment details (processed securely by our payment provider)

Information collected automatically

  • IP address
  • Device and browser information
  • Usage data (pages visited, actions taken)
  • Approximate location based on IP or provided data

2) How we use your information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and operate the Service
  • Create and display your profile to other users
  • Enable matching, messaging, and safety features
  • Process payments and subscriptions
  • Communicate with you (service emails, updates, support)
  • Improve and secure the platform
  • Prevent fraud, abuse, or illegal activity

3) Legal basis (UK/EU users)

Where applicable, we process personal data based on:

  • Your consent
  • Performance of a contract (providing the Service)
  • Legitimate interests (security, improvement, fraud prevention)
  • Legal obligations

4) Sharing your information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:

  • Service providers (hosting, analytics, email delivery)
  • Payment processors (e.g., Stripe) to handle transactions
  • Authorities if required by law

5) Your profile visibility

Information you include in your profile (photos, bio, age, location, etc.) will be visible to other users of the Service according to your settings.

6) Data retention

We keep your data while your account is active and for a reasonable period afterward for legal, security, and operational purposes. You may request deletion of your account at any time.

7) Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Request a copy of your data
  • Withdraw consent at any time

8) Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you logged in, remember preferences, and analyse usage. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

9) Security

We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data. However, no system can be completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10) Children

The Service is intended for adults only (18+). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware that a minor has provided personal data, we will remove it.

11) International transfers

Your information may be processed in countries outside your own. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place where required by law.

12) Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Continued use of the Service after changes means you accept the updated policy.

13) Contact

If you have questions or requests regarding your data, contact us at:
Email: mzansidate1@gmail.com