MarryShia Privacy Policy

Last Updated:

Applies to users in the United States and Canada

Contents

1. Who We Are

MarryShia (“MarryShia,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a platform designed for Shia Muslims to connect for marriage. We act as the data controller for personal information collected through our Services.

2. Scope

This Privacy Policy covers our mobile applications, websites, pages we operate, and related features (collectively, the “Services”). MarryShia is available only to users located in the United States and Canada.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Personal Information You Provide

  • Basic & Profile Data: Name, email, phone, date of birth, gender, photos, preferences, bio, religious affiliation (e.g., Shia), lifestyle details, and optional social handles.
  • Communications: Messages with other users and with our support team.
  • Verification Data (optional): A selfie for photo verification via a third‑party verification provider.

3.2 Information Collected Automatically

  • Technical & Usage Data: IP address, device identifiers, operating system, browser/app version, crash logs, analytics events (e.g., screens viewed, taps, session duration).
  • Location Data: Approximate location (e.g., IP-based). If you enable precise location, we may use GPS for proximity features.

3.3 Social or Single Sign-On

If you register using a third-party login (e.g., Google or Apple), we receive your name, email, and profile photo (as permitted by that provider).

3.4 Sensitive & Special Category Data

Certain details you choose to share—such as religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or health-related info—are treated as sensitive data. We process this only because you voluntarily submit it and to provide the Services you request.

Biometric data for verification. If you opt in to selfie verification, our verification provider may use facial recognition to compare your selfie to your profile photo. MarryShia does not receive or store biometric identifiers. We receive verification results and the selfie image for fraud prevention and trust/safety. Fraudulent images may be retained by the provider for model anti‑spoofing and security improvement for up to 2 years, after which they are deleted (per the provider’s policy).

4. How We Use Your Information

  • Create and manage your account and profile.
  • Enable discovery and messaging with other users (including optional chaperone features).
  • Verify identity, promote safety, and prevent fraud and abuse.
  • Provide customer support and communicate important service updates.
  • Personalize features, conduct analytics, and improve the Services.
  • Send marketing communications with your consent or as permitted by law.
  • Comply with legal, regulatory, and enforcement obligations.

5. How We Share Information

  • Service Providers: Hosting, storage, analytics, communications, push notifications, verification, moderation, fraud prevention, marketing/advertising (as applicable).
  • Chaperones (optional): If enabled by you or your match, designated chaperones may receive conversation transcripts and related data.
  • Legal & Safety: Where required by law or to protect users, our rights, property, and safety.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, or sale of assets.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy and as required by law. When you delete your account, we delete or anonymize personal information within 2 years, unless we must retain it to comply with law, resolve disputes, prevent fraud/abuse, or protect users and our Services.

7. Your Privacy Rights (U.S. & Canada)

Subject to applicable law, you may:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Delete your account and personal information.
  • Withdraw consent (e.g., for marketing or precise location).
  • Object to or limit certain processing activities (where applicable).

To exercise these rights, use in‑app settings or email contact@marryshia.app.

8. Marketing Communications

With your consent (or as otherwise permitted by law), we may send you emails, SMS, or push notifications about features, offers (including MarryShia Gold), and events. You can opt out anytime by using in‑app controls, clicking “unsubscribe” in emails, or texting “STOP” to SMS messages. System or legal notices may still be sent.

9. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies for functionality, analytics, and (where applicable) interest‑based advertising. Manage browser settings to limit cookies. You may also visit industry opt‑out pages:

10. Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards (including encryption in transit and at rest where appropriate) to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure; please protect your account credentials and report suspected abuse.

11. Children’s Privacy

The Services are for individuals 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18. If you believe a minor has provided data, contact us and we will delete it promptly.

12. U.S. State Disclosures (CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, etc.)

California/Virginia and similar laws: You may have the right to know, access, correct, delete, and limit the use of your personal information; and to opt out of “sales” or “sharing” for cross‑context behavioral advertising. We do not use sensitive personal information to infer characteristics. To make a request, email contact@marryshia.app.

Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information (link available in app/website where applicable).

We will not discriminate against you for exercising privacy rights.

13. International Transfers

As a U.S./Canada‑only service, data is primarily processed in the United States. If personal information is transferred internationally (e.g., to service providers), we use appropriate safeguards as required by applicable law.

14. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date and, where required, notify you via the app, email, or other reasonable means.

15. Contact Us

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

Annex 1 – Categories, Uses & Legal Bases

Category How We Use It Legal Basis / Rationale
Contact & Profile Details
Name, email, phone, DOB, gender, photos, preferences, bio, social links 		Account creation, profile, discovery/matching, messaging, relationship management, service notices. Contract performance; legitimate interests (operate & improve Services).
Communications Data
User messages; support tickets 		Messaging between users; support; safety moderation; optional chaperone transcripts. Contract performance; legitimate interests (safety, support).
Special/Sensitive Data
Religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, health (optional) 		Enable relevant matching, filters, and features you choose to use. Explicit consent; you may withdraw at any time.
Biometric Verification (optional)
Selfie for photo verification via provider 		Identity/anti‑fraud checks; verified badge. Legitimate interests (trust & safety); substantial public interest (fraud prevention), where applicable; consent.
Technical & Usage Data
IP, device IDs, OS, app version, crash & analytics 		Security, debugging, analytics, improve performance and features. Legitimate interests (operate, secure & improve Services); consent where required.
Location Data
IP-based; optional precise GPS 		Proximity features; show nearby users. Consent (for precise location); legitimate interests (approximate location).
Marketing Preferences
Opt-ins, channels 		Send newsletters, updates, promos; measure campaign effectiveness. Consent where required; legitimate interests (grow Services).

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