Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 6, 2026

1. Introduction

The Older Berry ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our dating platform. We operate from Oregon, United States, and comply with applicable privacy laws.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Account information (name, email address, age, location)
  • Profile information (photos, bio, activity interests, relationship goals)
  • Verification information (selfie photos for photo verification)
  • Communication data (messages sent through the platform)
  • Payment information (for premium subscriptions)

Automatically Collected Information

  • Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
  • Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent on platform)
  • Location data (approximate location based on IP address)
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the dating platform
  • Match you with compatible activity partners and connections
  • Verify your identity and prevent fraud
  • Process payments for premium subscriptions
  • Send you notifications about matches, messages, and platform updates
  • Improve our services and develop new features
  • Detect and prevent scams, harassment, and policy violations
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

  • Other Users: Your profile information is visible to other users based on your privacy settings
  • Service Providers: Third-party companies that help us operate the platform (hosting, payment processing, analytics)
  • Law Enforcement: When required by law or to protect safety
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Secure authentication systems
  • Regular security audits and monitoring
  • Limited employee access to personal data

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal information
  • Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails
  • Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and provide personalized content. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit platform functionality.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. After account deletion, we may retain certain information for legal compliance, fraud prevention, and dispute resolution purposes.

9. Children's Privacy

The Older Berry is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we discover that we have collected information from a child, we will delete it immediately.

10. International Users

The Older Berry is operated from the United States. If you access the platform from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, which may have different privacy laws than your country.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or through the platform. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

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