This Privacy Policy describes how Better Dating Services LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit or interact with our websites:
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your information responsibly in compliance with applicable privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and other relevant U.S. and international standards.
Information We Collect
We collect personal and non-personal information in the following ways:
A. Information You Provide Directly
When you fill out a form on our websites, subscribe to our newsletter, or contact us, you may voluntarily provide:
- Your name
- Email address
- Phone number (optional)
- City or location (optional)
- Relationship and matchmaking details (for database inclusion)
- Any other information you choose to provide in free-text fields
This information is collected only with your consent and used for matchmaking, communication, and delivering services or updates that you request.
B. Information Collected Automatically
We use standard analytics tools (such as Google Analytics or similar) to gather anonymous information about how visitors use our sites, including:
- IP address
- Browser type and device information
- Pages visited, time spent on site, and referral source
- General geographic location (city/state/country)
This information is used purely for website analytics and performance optimization and does not personally identify you.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To operate, maintain, and improve our websites and services
- To respond to your messages or inquiries
- To include you (with consent) in our matchmaking database
- To send newsletters, updates, and marketing materials (only if you opt in)
- To analyze website traffic and understand audience behavior
- To comply with legal obligations or enforce our Terms and Conditions
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third parties.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
For visitors from the European Union or other regions governed by GDPR, we rely on the following lawful bases for processing your personal information:
- Consent: When you voluntarily provide information (e.g., joining our newsletter or database).
- Legitimate Interest: For maintaining site functionality, analytics, and improving user experience.
- Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws or respond to lawful requests.
Cookies and Analytics
Our websites use cookies and similar technologies to collect usage data for analytics and functionality purposes.
You may control cookies through your browser settings or opt out of Google Analytics tracking by visiting: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Disabling cookies may limit some website features but will not prevent general browsing.
Email Communications and Autoresponder
- You consent to receive periodic newsletters, updates, or marketing content when you subscribe or submit your contact details.
- You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link at the bottom of our emails.
- We comply fully with the CAN-SPAM Act and GDPR consent requirements.
Sharing and Disclosure
We may share information only in the following cases:
- With service providers who help us operate the websites (e.g., hosting, analytics, or email automation platforms).
- For legal reasons, if required to comply with law or protect our rights.
We do not share or sell data for advertising or commercial resale.
Data Retention and Security
We retain your personal information only as long as needed to fulfill the purposes described above or as required by law.
We take reasonable security measures to protect your information, including encryption, password protection, and limiting access to authorized personnel only. However, no method of data transmission online is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request updates or corrections to inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request that we delete your personal data (“Right to be forgotten”).
- Withdraw Consent: Opt out of receiving communications at any time.
- Data Portability: Request to receive your personal data in a portable format.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via email at dan@betterdatingservices.com (or the contact form on either website). We may require verification of your identity before processing your request.
International Visitors
Our servers are located in the United States, and by using our websites, you consent to the transfer, storage, and processing of your information in the United States, where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided personal information, we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date at the top reflects the most recent version. Continued use of our websites after any updates means you accept the revised policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Better Dating Services LLC 📧 dan@betterdatingservices.com 🌐 www.BetterDatingServices.com | www.MatchmakingMiami.comPlease also review our Terms and Conditions.