Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information when you use Haerd:

• Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and gender.
• Voice Content: Voice notes, recordings, and audio messages you create or share on the app.
• Profile Information: Preferences, interests, and any other details you provide in your profile.
• Device & Usage Data: IP address, device identifiers, app interactions, and log data to improve app performance and security.
• Optional Information: Photos, social media links, or other details you may choose to share.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and operate the Haerd service.
• Facilitate matching and communication between users.
• Personalise recommendations and features.
• Ensure safety, detect fraud, and moderate content.
• Conduct research and improve our app experience.
• Comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

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

• Other Users: Your voice notes, profile, and shared content will be visible according to your privacy settings.
• Service Providers: Vendors who help us operate the app (e.g., hosting, analytics, content moderation).
• Legal Authorities: If required by law or to protect rights, safety, and security.
• Business Transfers: In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

4. Voice Data

Because Haerd is a voice-based platform:

• Your recordings are stored securely and may be processed (e.g., transcription or analysis) to improve moderation and matching.
• We may use automated tools to detect harmful or inappropriate content.
• You can delete your recordings at any time from your account settings.

5. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, update, or delete your information.
• Request a copy of your data.
• Restrict or object to certain processing.
• Withdraw consent for optional features.

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@haerd.com.

6. Data Security

We take precautions to protect your data, including encryption and secure storage. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide the Haerd service and comply with legal obligations. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

8. Children's Privacy

Haerd is for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 18. If we learn we have, we will delete it immediately.

9. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you in the app or via email.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at contact@haerd.com.