OnlyBenefits Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly when you create or update your profile, such as your chosen username, avatar selection, and bio. In addition, we record your interactions on the platform—like matches made, messages sent, and various usage statistics—to help us deliver a personalized and engaging experience.

Our system also automatically gathers technical data including device type, IP address, browser details, and operating system information. This data is used for performance optimization, security purposes, and to tailor our service offerings without compromising your anonymity.

2. How We Use Your Information

• Matching and Recommendations: Data collected is analyzed to power our matching algorithms, enabling us to offer you personalized suggestions for study buddies, friends, or love connections.
• Messaging and Communications: We leverage your information to facilitate secure, end-to-end encrypted conversations between users, ensuring that your private communications remain confidential.
• Notifications and Updates: Essential for keeping you informed, this includes notifying you about new matches, messages, and relevant community activities.

The insights we gain from your usage help us continuously improve our platform’s features and enhance overall user experience while strictly adhering to privacy guidelines.

3. Data Minimization

We adhere to the principle of data minimization by collecting only the information necessary to deliver and improve our services. Unnecessary data is neither collected nor retained, and any information that becomes redundant is promptly purged from our systems.

This commitment ensures that only relevant data is maintained, reducing the risk of exposure and reinforcing our promise of maximizing your privacy.

4. Anonymity & Avatars

Our platform is built around preserving your anonymity. When joining OnlyBenefits, you choose a username and select a pre-designed, illustrated avatar instead of uploading personal photos. This system design protects your real identity while still enabling engaging and expressive interactions.

For additional security and authenticity, any situation that requires identity verification is handled under strict protocols that further anonymize personal data.

5. Data Storage & Security

Your information is stored using robust, industry-standard encryption methods. Data in transit is secured by SSL/TLS protocols, while data at rest is protected by AES-256 encryption. Access to sensitive data is strictly controlled through advanced authentication methods and regular audits.

We maintain comprehensive backup and disaster recovery protocols to safeguard your data against unauthorized access, hardware failures, or other unforeseen events.

6. Cookies & Tracking

Only essential cookies are used to maintain your session and ensure seamless navigation across our platform. In addition, we employ analytics cookies to help us understand how the platform is used. These cookies collect aggregated, anonymized data which is then used to improve service functionality and user experience.

You have the option to adjust your cookie settings via your browser, and we provide clear instructions on how to manage these preferences should you decide to opt out.

7. Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell or share your personal data with third-party advertisers. In some instances, we may share aggregated, anonymized metrics with trusted partners to better understand usage trends and to enhance our services. All third-party partners are carefully vetted and are required to adhere to strict privacy and security standards.

This approach helps us to continually improve OnlyBenefits without compromising the confidentiality of your personal information.

8. Your Rights

• Access & Correction: You have the right to access your profile data at any time and request corrections if necessary.
• Deletion: Should you decide to discontinue using OnlyBenefits, you may request the deletion of your account, and all your personal data will be securely purged.
• Portability: Upon request, you can receive a copy of your activity data in a structured, commonly-used format.

Your rights are at the forefront of our data practices. We are committed to ensuring transparency and giving you control over your personal data. For any inquiries regarding your rights or data requests, our support team is readily available to assist you.

9. Children’s Privacy

OnlyBenefits is intended exclusively for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect or process the personal information of minors. If it is discovered that data from a minor has been inadvertently collected, we will take immediate steps to delete this information.

We advise parents and guardians to monitor their children’s online activities to safeguard against unauthorized data collection.

10. Changes to This Policy

We periodically review and update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant updates will be communicated to you via your registered email and through in-app notifications, ensuring you are always aware of how we protect your data.

We encourage you to review our privacy policy regularly to remain informed about our data handling practices and to take advantage of any new user rights or protections we implement.