Privacy Policy - Effective Date: 20 Nov, 2024
At Homie, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your data in compliance with Swiss data protection laws, including the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP) and, where applicable, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union.
By using our website, services, or creating an account, you agree to the collection and use of your personal data as outlined in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of personal information:
a) Personal Data Provided by You
When you sign up for our services or create a profile, we collect the personal information you provide, which may include:
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Full name
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Email address
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Phone number
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Address
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Date of birth
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Gender
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Profile picture
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Payment details (if applicable)
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Any additional information you provide in your profile (e.g., living preferences, lifestyle details)
b) Data Collected Automatically
We may also collect data automatically when you use our website, including but not limited to:
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IP address
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Browser type and version
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Device information
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Pages you visit and the time spent on those pages
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Cookies and tracking data (for site functionality and analytics)
Additionally, we may use third-party services, such as analytics and marketing tools, to enhance our website's functionality and provide personalized experiences. These services may collect data such as user interactions, site visits, and preferences.
2. How We Use Your Data
We use the collected data for the following purposes:
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Service Delivery: To facilitate your use of our services, including the matching and communication features.
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Personalization: To customize your experience based on your preferences.
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Account Management: To maintain your account, process transactions, and communicate with you about our services.
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Improving Our Services: To monitor website usage and improve functionality, content, and user experience.
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Marketing and Communications: To send you service updates, newsletters, and marketing messages (with your consent).
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Legal Obligations: To comply with Swiss legal requirements or respond to lawful requests.
To enhance these services, we reserve the right to integrate tools or platforms such as Google Ads, Google Analytics, Google Tags, Wix, or similar technologies for website functionality, analyetics, and marketing purposes.
3. Sharing of Your Data
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:
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With Other Users: When you swipe, match, and connect with other users, the personal information you choose to share on your profile may be visible to matched users.
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Service Providers: We may engage third-party service providers to assist with website hosting, payment processing, analytics, and marketing. These providers are bound by data protection agreements to ensure the security of your data.
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Legal Compliance: We may disclose your personal data when required by Swiss law, court orders, or in response to regulatory authorities.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:
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Enhance user experience and site functionality
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Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
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Facilitate our marketing efforts, including targeted advertising
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies and tracking technologies. You may manage your cookie preferences or disable cookies through your browser settings; however, this may affect your ability to use certain features.
Additionally, third-party tools may be used to collect and analyze user behavior on our website to provide insights and improve user experience. These tools may include but are not limited to analytics and advertising platforms.
5. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting an updated version on our website and indicating the effective date at the top.
For more details or inquiries about your privacy, please contact us at:
Rämistrasse 69
8004 Zürich
homiee@sensey.ch