Privacy Policy

Dating Sites For Free ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Balkan dating platform at datingsitesforfree1.com. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information we collect, how we use and protect it, and what rights you have over your data. We are committed to full transparency - your trust is the foundation of our platform. This policy applies to all users worldwide and complies with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection laws.

1. What Personal Data We Collect

We collect only the data necessary to deliver a safe, effective dating experience. Over 50 million people use dating platforms globally as of 2026, making data privacy in this sector critically important. Here is exactly what we gather:

Profile Data

Full name, date of birth, gender, and relationship preferences
Profile photos and biographical descriptions you provide
Cultural background, religion, and language preferences (optional)
Location (city and country - never precise GPS coordinates)

Communication Data

Messages and chat logs exchanged with other users
Reports or complaints submitted to our support team
Customer service correspondence

Technical Data

IP address and approximate geolocation derived from it
Browser type, version, and operating system
Device identifiers and screen resolution

Usage Data

Pages visited, features used, and time spent on the platform
Search queries and filter settings within the dating service
Interaction data (profiles viewed, messages opened)

Important: What We Never Collect

We do not collect financial data directly. All payment processing is handled by PCI DSS-compliant third-party processors. We never store credit card numbers, CVVs, or banking details on our servers.

2. How and Why We Use Your Data

Every piece of data we process has a specific, documented purpose and a lawful basis under GDPR Article 6. The table below outlines each purpose and its corresponding legal justification:

Purpose	Legal Basis
Cultural compatibility matching algorithm (47 dimensions)	Legitimate Interest
Account creation and authentication	Contract Performance
Profile verification and fraud prevention	Legal Obligation
Message delivery between users	Contract Performance
Platform analytics and improvement	Consent
Email notifications and updates	Consent (opt-in)
Compliance with law enforcement requests	Legal Obligation

We process sensitive data - such as ethnic origin or religious beliefs that you voluntarily provide in your profile - solely to improve match quality. This processing is based on your explicit consent, which you may withdraw at any time.

We limit data sharing to what is strictly necessary for platform operation. We share your personal data with the following categories of recipients:

Hosting & Infrastructure Providers - Cloud servers located in the EU and US with SOC 2 Type II certification
Analytics Services - Aggregated, anonymized usage data for platform improvement (Google Analytics with IP anonymization enabled)
Payment Processors - PCI DSS Level 1-compliant processors handle all financial transactions; we never receive or store your card details
Email Service Providers - For transactional notifications and marketing emails (with your consent)
Law Enforcement - Only when required by valid court order, subpoena, or to prevent imminent harm to a user

We Never Sell Your Data

Under no circumstances do we sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for advertising or marketing purposes. This commitment applies to all users regardless of location.

4. Your Privacy Rights Under GDPR and CCPA

You have full control over your personal data. Under GDPR, data deletion requests must be fulfilled within 30 days. Under CCPA, the deadline is 45 days. Below are your specific rights:

Right to Access - Request a complete copy of all personal data we hold about you, including metadata and behavioral data
Right to Deletion - Request permanent removal of your account and all associated data from our systems
Right to Data Portability - Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format (JSON or CSV) for transfer to another service
Right to Restrict Processing - Limit how we use your data while a dispute or request is being resolved
Right to Object - Object to data processing based on legitimate interest, including profiling for match suggestions
Right to Withdraw Consent - Revoke any consent-based processing at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing

To exercise any of these rights, email our Data Protection Officer at [email protected]. We verify your identity before processing requests and respond within the applicable legal timeframe. You will never be penalized for exercising your rights.

5. How We Keep Your Data Safe

We implement industry-leading security measures to protect your personal information. Dating platforms handle uniquely sensitive data - intimate preferences, personal conversations, and identity information - requiring the highest level of protection.

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SSL/TLS Encryption

All data transmitted between your device and our servers is protected by TLS 1.3 encryption, preventing interception during transit.

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AES-256 Data Storage

Your messages, photos, and profile data are encrypted at rest using AES-256 - the same standard used by financial institutions and government agencies.

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Regular Security Audits

Independent third-party penetration testing is conducted quarterly. Our team monitors for vulnerabilities 24/7 with automated intrusion detection systems.

Additional measures include two-factor authentication (2FA) for all accounts, rate-limited login attempts to prevent brute-force attacks, and automatic session expiration after 30 minutes of inactivity. Geolocation data uses approximate city-level positioning - we never share precise GPS coordinates.

6. Cookies, Data Retention & Your Choices

Cookies

We use cookies to provide essential platform functionality, remember your preferences, and analyze usage patterns. For full details on cookie types and management, please see our Cookie Policy.

Data Retention Periods

We retain your data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:

Data Type	Retention Period
Account & profile data	Until account deletion + 30 days
Messages & chat logs	2 years from last activity
Technical logs (IP, browser)	90 days
Analytics data (anonymized)	26 months
Payment records	7 years (legal obligation)
Support tickets	3 years from resolution

After retention periods expire, data is permanently and irreversibly deleted from all systems, including backups, within 30 days.

7. Contact Our Data Protection Officer

If you have questions about this policy, want to exercise your rights, or wish to file a complaint, contact our Data Protection Officer:

Data Protection Officer
Dating Sites For Free
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: 1250 Connecticut Ave NW, Suite 700, Washington, DC 20036, USA

Response time: within 5 business days for general inquiries, within 30 days for formal data requests (GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA).

Filing a Complaint

If you believe your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. For EU residents, contact your national Data Protection Authority (a full list is available at edpb.europa.eu). For California residents, complaints can be directed to the Office of the California Attorney General.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When material changes are made, we will notify you by email and display a prominent notice on the platform at least 14 days before changes take effect. Continued use of the platform after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. If you disagree with any changes, you may delete your account and request data removal at any time.

For more information about how we protect users, visit our Safety Tips page or browse our FAQ for quick answers to common privacy questions.

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