Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 10, 2026
1. Introduction
Habr ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our application and website.
2. Information We Collect
Information you provide:
- Account information (name, email address, password)
- Profile information (age range, gender identity, interests, lifestyle preferences)
- Group membership and criteria selections
- Communications within the app (chat messages)
- Contact information (phone number, if provided)
- Subscriber information (email, name, phone, notes submitted via our website)
Information collected automatically:
- Device information (device type, operating system)
- Usage data (login times, app activity, feature interactions)
- Push notification tokens
- City and location preferences you select
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and improve the Service
- Match you with compatible groups and users based on your profile
- Send push notifications about group activity, invitations, and updates
- Communicate with you about your account and the Service
- Ensure the safety and security of our users
- Analyze usage patterns to improve the user experience
4. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With other users: Your profile information is visible to group members and potential matches as part of the matching process
- Service providers: We use third party services for chat (GetStream), push notifications (Firebase), and file storage (AWS S3)
- Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our users
5. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored on secure servers. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it by law.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict processing of your data
- Export your data in a portable format
- Withdraw consent at any time
8. Push Notifications
You can enable or disable push notifications at any time through the app settings. Even with notifications disabled, we may still need to send you important account related communications.
9. Third Party Services
The Service integrates with third party platforms including Google and Apple for authentication. These services have their own privacy policies that govern their use of your information.
10. Cookies and Analytics
Our website uses Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the site. Analytics cookies are only set if you accept them through the consent banner shown on your first visit; if you decline, no analytics cookies are placed on your device. You can change your choice at any time by clearing your browser's site data for habr.ca. Google Analytics data is processed by Google in accordance with its own privacy policy.
11. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 18.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes through the app or by email. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, or to exercise your data rights, contact us at [email protected].