Privacy Policy of VOLIMEH

1. Controller

The controller responsible for data processing is:

VOLIMEH
Denis Batinic
Dietikon, Zurich, Switzerland
Email: info@volimeh.app

2. Scope

This privacy policy informs you which personal data is collected, processed, and stored when using VOLIMEH.

VOLIMEH is intended exclusively for people aged 18 and over.

3. Data collection and storage

We collect the following data:

Registration data

• Email address
• Password (stored encrypted)
• Date of birth
• Age confirmation (18+)

Profile data

• Age
• Gender
• Location
• Biography
• Interests
• Values
• Additional voluntary profile details

Profile pictures

• Uploaded profile photos
• Images used in progressive photo release (reveal system)

Communication data

• Messages between users
• Message timestamps
• Reports and moderation information

Technical data

• IP address
• Device information
• Browser information
• Operating system
• Access logs
• Session information

4. Purpose of data processing

We process personal data for the following purposes:

• Provision and operation of the platform
• Creation and management of user accounts
• Execution of matching processes
• Calculation of compatibility
• Progressive release of profile information and photos
• Communication between users
• Fraud prevention
• Abuse and spam detection
• Security and stability of the platform
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Improvement of our services

5. Legal bases

Where GDPR applies, processing is based on:

• Art. 6(1)(b) GDPR (performance of a contract)
• Art. 6(1)(f) GDPR (legitimate interests)
• Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR (consent)

For users in Switzerland, data processing additionally follows the revised Swiss Data Protection Act (revDSG).

6. Minimum age

VOLIMEH is intended exclusively for persons aged 18 and over.

By registering, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old.

We reserve the right to suspend or delete accounts if there are indications of false age information.

7. Automated matching procedures

VOLIMEH uses algorithms to calculate compatibility and display potential matches.

These procedures serve only to facilitate suitable contacts and do not produce legal or similarly significant effects for users.

8. Data security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access.

This includes in particular:

• HTTPS/TLS encryption
• Secure password hashing methods
• Access restrictions
• Authentication and authorization systems
• Regular security updates
• Logging of security-relevant events
• Protective measures against spam and abuse

Note: Messages are transmitted in encrypted form. End-to-end encryption is used only if this feature is technically implemented and explicitly indicated.

9. Cookies and similar technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

• Login and authentication
• Session management
• Security features
• Technically necessary platform functions

Beta phase: To improve the platform, we may use cookieless, anonymous usage statistics (e.g., Plausible Analytics) and error logs. These are used solely for stability and product improvement — not for advertising.

We do not use advertising or tracking cookies. Analytics can be disabled via environment configuration.

You can manage or disable cookies at any time in your browser settings.

10. Hosting and processors

To provide our services, we use technical service providers, for example for:

• Hosting
• Databases
• Email delivery
• Payment processing (Stripe)
• Anonymous usage statistics (Plausible, optional)
• Security services
• Infrastructure

These providers process personal data only on our behalf and in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

11. Data sharing

Personal data is shared only:

• with your explicit consent
• for contract performance
• with commissioned technical service providers
• where legal obligations exist
• to enforce legitimate claims

Personal data is not sold.

12. Reports, security, and abuse prevention

To ensure platform safety, we may:

• review reported content
• analyze spam and fraud patterns
• restrict accounts in case of violations
• evaluate content when investigating complaints

This serves to protect all users and the integrity of the platform.

13. Retention period

We store personal data only as long as necessary for the relevant purposes or as required by statutory retention obligations.

After your account is deleted, personal data is generally deleted or anonymized within 30 days, unless legal obligations or legitimate interests require otherwise.

14. Your rights

Where provided by law, you have the following rights:

• Access to stored data
• Correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion of personal data
• Restriction of processing
• Data portability
• Withdrawal of granted consent
• Objection to certain processing activities

Requests can be sent to: info@volimeh.app

15. International data transfers

If technical service providers outside Switzerland or the European Economic Area are used, this takes place only in compliance with applicable data protection regulations and suitable safeguards.

16. Changes to this privacy policy

We reserve the right to update this privacy policy if required due to technical, legal, or organizational changes.

The current version will be published within the app and/or on the website.

17. Applicable law

Data processing is governed by the Swiss Data Protection Act (revDSG).

Where users from the European Economic Area are concerned, the relevant provisions of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) also apply.

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