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Your privacy matters to us. Here's how we handle your data.

Last Updated: February 15, 2026

Let's Get Coffee ("the App," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile dating application. Please read this policy carefully. By using the App, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you create an account and use Let's Get Coffee, you voluntarily provide us with certain information, including:

Data Type Examples Purpose
Account Information Name, email address, password, date of birth Account creation and authentication
Profile Information Photos, bio, gender, interests, coffee preferences, relationship goals Profile display and matching
Verification Data Phone number, selfie photos for verification Identity verification and trust badges
Communication Data Chat messages, date invite details Facilitating communication between matched users
Payment Information Transaction records (processed by Stripe) In-app purchases of Espresso Beans
Preferences Age range, gender preference, maximum distance, notification settings Personalizing your experience and matches

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use the App, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

  • Location data: With your permission, we collect your device's GPS coordinates to show you nearby matches and cafes. You can disable location access in your device settings, but this will limit the App's functionality.
  • Device information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and app version.
  • Usage data: How you interact with the App, including pages visited, features used, swipe actions, and session duration.
  • Log data: IP address, access times, and error logs.

1.3 Information from Third Parties

If you choose to sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile photo from Google. We do not receive your Google password.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide the Service: Create and manage your account, display your profile to potential matches, facilitate matching and communication.
  • Improve Matching: Calculate compatibility scores based on your coffee preferences, interests, lifestyle, and relationship goals.
  • Enable Features: Power date booking, chat messaging, bean economy, and profile verification.
  • Location Services: Show you matches near your location, find nearby cafes for date booking, and display distance information on profiles.
  • Process Payments: Handle Espresso Bean purchases through our payment processor, Stripe.
  • Safety and Security: Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, harassment, and violations of our Terms.
  • Communications: Send you service-related notifications, verification codes, match alerts, and message notifications (subject to your notification preferences).
  • Analytics: Understand how users interact with the App to improve features and user experience.

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 With Other Users

Your profile information (name, age, photos, bio, coffee preferences, interests, and other profile details) is visible to other users of the App. Your exact location is never shared; only an approximate distance is displayed.

3.2 With Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the App:

Provider Purpose Data Shared
Stripe Payment processing Transaction data (we never store your card details)
SendGrid Email delivery Email address, verification codes
SignalWire SMS verification Phone number, verification codes
OpenAI Photo verification Selfie photos (processed and not stored by OpenAI)
OpenStreetMap Location services GPS coordinates (anonymized)
Google Authentication (Sign-In) Authentication tokens

3.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court order or subpoena), or if we believe disclosure is necessary to:

  • Comply with a legal obligation
  • Protect and defend our rights or property
  • Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing
  • Protect the personal safety of users or the public

3.4 What We Do Not Do

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes. We do not share your messages, swipe history, or match data with advertisers.

3.5 SMS/Text Message Communications

Phone verification is an optional feature that earns you a verified badge on your profile. If you choose to verify your phone number, the following applies:

  • Opt-In Consent: We will only send you an SMS message after you have explicitly consented by checking the opt-in checkbox on the phone verification screen. Your consent is recorded with a timestamp.
  • Message Type: We send a single, one-time verification code via SMS to the phone number you provide. We do not send marketing messages, promotional texts, or recurring messages via SMS.
  • Message Frequency: You will receive one (1) SMS message per verification attempt. You may request a new code if the original expires (valid for 10 minutes).
  • Message & Data Rates: Standard message and data rates from your wireless carrier may apply. Let's Get Coffee does not charge for SMS messages.
  • How to Opt Out: You can opt out at any time by simply not requesting a verification code. If you have already verified your phone, you can contact us at support@letsgetcoffee.co to remove your phone number from our records. You may also text STOP in reply to any verification message.
  • Service Provider: SMS messages are sent via SignalWire, a third-party communications platform. Your phone number is shared with SignalWire solely for the purpose of delivering the verification code. SignalWire's privacy policy applies to their handling of your data.
  • Phone Number Storage: Your phone number is stored securely in our database for the purpose of phone verification and displaying your verified status. It is never shared with other users or third parties beyond our SMS service provider.

For questions about SMS communications, contact us at support@letsgetcoffee.co.

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Where We Store Your Data

Your data is stored on secure servers hosted in the United States. We use PostgreSQL databases with encrypted connections to store your account information, profile data, messages, and activity history.

4.2 How We Protect Your Data

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures, including:

  • Password hashing: Your password is hashed using bcrypt and is never stored in plain text.
  • Encrypted connections: All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using TLS/SSL.
  • Session management: Secure session tokens with automatic expiration.
  • Access controls: Internal access to user data is limited to authorized personnel only.

While we strive to protect your information, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

4.3 Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the App's services. If you delete your account:

  • Your profile, photos, matches, and messages are permanently deleted.
  • Some anonymized or aggregated data may be retained for analytics purposes.
  • Data required for legal compliance may be retained for the applicable statutory period.

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 Access and Update

You can access and update your personal information at any time through the App's profile settings.

5.2 Delete Your Account

You can delete your account and all associated data through the App's settings. Account deletion is permanent and cannot be undone.

5.3 Location Permissions

You can enable or disable location access through your device's settings. Disabling location will prevent the App from showing you distance-based matches and nearby cafes.

5.4 Notification Preferences

You can control which notifications you receive through the App's notification settings, including:

  • Match and message notifications
  • Date invitation and change notifications
  • Promotional notifications

5.5 Communication Opt-Out

You may opt out of promotional emails by following the unsubscribe link in any email we send. Service-related communications (e.g., verification codes, security alerts) cannot be opted out of while your account is active.

6. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to:

  • Know: Request disclosure of what personal information we collect, use, and share.
  • Delete: Request deletion of your personal information.
  • Opt-out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information).
  • Non-discrimination: Exercise your privacy rights without receiving discriminatory treatment.

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@letsgetcoffee.co.

7. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate personal data
  • Erase your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
  • Restrict processing of your personal data
  • Data portability
  • Object to processing of your personal data

Our legal basis for processing your data includes: your consent, performance of our contract with you (Terms of Service), and our legitimate interests in providing and improving the App.

8. Children's Privacy

Let's Get Coffee is not intended for anyone under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 18, we will delete that information immediately. If you believe a child under 18 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@letsgetcoffee.co.

9. Cookies and Tracking

Our web-based services may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Maintain your session and authentication state
  • Remember your preferences
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve the App

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our web-based services.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
  • Notify you through the App or via email
  • Provide a summary of the key changes

Your continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: support@letsgetcoffee.co

Website: www.letsgetcoffee.co

We will respond to your request within 30 days.

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