Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 2, 2025
Effective Date: December 2, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to AfriLove ("we," "our," or "us"). AfriLove is a global dating platform dedicated to connecting African singles and individuals who celebrate African culture worldwide. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.
AfriLove is a product of Daykeay's Digital LLC. At Daykeay Digital, we build technology that works. From custom web and mobile applications for businesses to our own suite of digital platforms serving real users — everything we create is designed with purpose, precision, and people in mind.
This Privacy Policy describes how AfriLove collects, uses, discloses, stores, and protects your personal information when you access or use our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By using AfriLove, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
Important Notice for EU/UK Users: This Privacy Policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK Data Protection Act 2018.
Important Notice for California Users: This Privacy Policy includes specific disclosures required by the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).
Important Notice for All Users: Your privacy rights may vary based on your location. Please review the region-specific sections relevant to you.
2. Who We Are & How to Contact Us
Service Provider: Daykeay's Digital LLC (AfriLove)
Type of Service: Online dating platform and mobile application
Geographic Reach: Global (available worldwide)
Website: daykeaysdigital.com
Official Contact Information
Rogers, MN 55374, USA
All privacy-related requests, concerns, and complaints should be directed to the above contact information. We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.
3. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide you with a safe, functional, and personalized dating experience. The information we collect falls into the following categories:
3.1 Information You Provide Directly
| Category | What We Collect | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account Information | Full name, email address, optional phone number, date of birth, password (securely hashed), gender identity, sexual orientation | Create and secure your account; verify you are 18+ |
| Profile Information | Profile photos, short video clips, recorded voice notes, bio/description, interests, hobbies, relationship goals, cultural preferences, language preferences, education, occupation | Display your profile to potential matches; facilitate meaningful connections |
| Verification Information | Government-issued ID (for optional identity verification), selfie photos for verification | Enhance trust and safety; prevent fraud and fake accounts |
| Location Data | City-level location (always collected); precise GPS location (only if you enable) | City-level: Cultural relevance and general matching; Precise: Show nearby matches |
| Communication Content | Text messages, photos, voice notes, and other content you share in chats | Deliver your conversations; provide messaging features |
3.2 Information Collected Automatically
| Category | What We Collect |
|---|---|
| Device Information | Device type, operating system, device ID, mobile network information, language settings, time zone |
| Usage Data | Features used, pages viewed, swipe patterns, match interactions, time spent on app, frequency of use |
| Technical Data | IP address, browser type, crash logs, error reports, diagnostic data |
| Analytics Data | Anonymized usage statistics, push notification tokens, A/B test participation |
3.4 Information We Do NOT Collect
❌ Call or Video Content: We do NOT record, store, or monitor audio or video from your calls. Calls are peer-to-peer encrypted and ephemeral.
❌ Full Credit Card Details: Payment processing is handled by third parties (Apple, Google, Stripe). We never see or store your full card number.
❌ Data from Other Apps: We do not access your other apps, photo galleries (beyond what you explicitly upload), or contacts without permission.
❌ Precise Location (by default): We only collect city-level location unless you explicitly enable precise location sharing.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information only for the purposes outlined below. We will never sell your data to advertisers or use it in ways unrelated to providing and improving our Service.
4.1 Core Service Operations
- Account Management: Create, maintain, and secure your account
- Matching & Discovery: Suggest compatible profiles
- Communication: Enable messaging, voice notes, video calls
- Personalization: Customize based on cultural preferences
- Safety & Moderation: Detect fake accounts and violations
4.2 Communication with You
- Transactional Messages: Confirmations, resets, receipts
- Notifications: Likes, messages, matches (you control these)
- Marketing: Optional newsletters and promotions (opt-out anytime)
- Service Updates: Changes to policies or security
5. How We Share Your Information
We respect your privacy and only share your information in the following circumstances:
- With Other Users: Your public profile is visible to users browsing. Messages and photos are only shared with matches.
- With Service Providers: We work with trusted third-party providers (Firebase, Stripe, AWS, Sift, etc.) under strict contracts that comply with GDPR and CCPA.
- For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information if required to comply with legal obligations, protect rights/safety, or in emergency situations.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your data may be transferred with continued protection.
8. Data Retention: How Long We Keep Your Information
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or as required by law.
8.2 Account Deletion
- Immediate: Your profile becomes invisible to all users
- Within 7 days: All personally identifiable information is removed from active systems
- Within 30 days: Complete deletion from all databases (except legally required records)
9. Your Privacy Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you have specific rights regarding your personal information. We honor all applicable privacy rights globally.
Access
View the personal data we hold about you.
Correction
Update or correct inaccurate information.
Deletion
Request deletion of your account and data.
Portability
Receive a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
Opt-Out
Stop receiving promotional emails and notifications.
Permissions
Control camera, location, and microphone access via device settings.
To exercise your rights, please email legal@daykeaysdigital.com.
12. Security Measures
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement industry-standard safeguards to protect it, including:
- ✓ TLS 1.2+ Encryption for data in transit
- ✓ AES-256 Encryption for data at rest
- ✓ Secure Password Hashing via bcrypt
- ✓ Firebase App Check to prevent bot access
18. Contact Us & Data Protection Officer
We are committed to resolving privacy concerns and answering your questions.
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