1. Who we are
CosmoMatch is an international, independent project. For the purposes of this policy the data controller is referred to as the CosmoMatch Project Team. You can reach us at privacy@cosmomatch.me.
2. What we collect
To provide our features we may process: your email address, a display name, your date, time and place of birth, a self-described gender preference, photos and a short bio you choose to upload, and basic usage data (features you open, research you complete)
We do not collect passport or government ID data, phone numbers, payment card details, or precise geolocation. City fields are entered by you manually; we never request device location
3. How we use it
Your data is used to build your astrological profile, calculate compatibility, generate personal research, match you with other users, and improve the product. We do not sell your personal data
4. Where it is processed — international transfer
CosmoMatch is an international service. Your data is stored and processed on infrastructure located outside your country of residence, including servers in the United States and Europe operated by third-party providers (such as cloud hosting and AI services)
For users located in the Russian Federation: your personal data may be transferred to and processed outside the Russian Federation. By creating an account and using CosmoMatch you give your consent to this cross-border transfer of your personal data
5. Third-party processors
We rely on a small number of processors (cloud database/hosting, AI text generation, delivery of emails). Each processor handles only what is needed to run the service
6. Retention and your rights
You keep control of your data. You may access, correct, or delete it at any time. To delete your account and all associated data, use “Delete account” in your profile, or email us at privacy@cosmomatch.me. We will erase your personal data within 30 days of a valid request
Exception for safety: when an account is deleted we keep a pseudonymized abuse-prevention record for up to 2 years — a one-way hash of the email address together with a trust score and blocking flags. It cannot be used to restore your profile, photos or messages, and it exists solely to keep blocks and safety measures effective if the same account is re-created. This processing is based on our legitimate interest in preventing abuse, harassment and ban evasion. You may object by writing to privacy@cosmomatch.me.
7. Security
We use reasonable technical measures (encrypted transport, access control) to protect your data. No method of transmission is 100% secure, so we encourage you not to share information you are not comfortable making visible to other users
8. Changes and contact
We may update this policy from time to time; material changes will be announced in the app. Questions: privacy@cosmomatch.me.