Privacy Policy & Data Protection

Last updated: April 27, 2025

This Privacy Policy explains how Afrosmeet processes and protects personal data in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

1. Data Controller

Afrosmeet is operated by LBT Synergy, 34 avenue des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris, France.

For all privacy-related enquiries, please contact: contact@afrosmeet.com

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

• Identity data (name, age, profile information)
• Contact data (email address)
• Profile preferences and interests
• Location data (where permission is granted)
• Technical data (device type, operating system, IP address)
• Usage data relating to interactions within the app

3. Purpose of Processing

Your data is processed for the following purposes:

• Account creation and management
• Providing matchmaking services
• Improving platform functionality
• Ensuring safety, moderation, and fraud prevention
• Compliance with legal obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on:

• Your consent
• Performance of a contract
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Legitimate interests in maintaining a secure platform

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal data. Personal data may be shared with trusted service providers (e.g., hosting and technical infrastructure partners) strictly for operational purposes. Data may also be disclosed where required by law.

6. International Transfers

Data may be processed within the European Economic Area (EEA). Where international transfers occur, appropriate safeguards are implemented.

7. Data Retention

Personal data is retained for as long as the account remains active. Inactive accounts may be deleted or anonymised after 12 months of inactivity, unless legal obligations require longer retention.

8. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
• Restrict or object to processing
• Request data portability
• Lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

To exercise your rights, contact: contact@afrosmeet.com

9. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Significant changes will be communicated through the app or other appropriate channels.

11. Contact

For any privacy-related questions, please contact: contact@afrosmeet.com