Locus Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 13/10/2024
Last Updated: 13/10/2024
Locus (“the App”) is operated by Armastus Ltd (“the Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), we are committed to safeguarding your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our mobile application, website, or other services (collectively, the “Services”).
By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy, which forms part of our Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to this Privacy Policy, please do not use the Services.
1. Information We Collect
We collect several types of information from and about users of our Services, including:
1.1 Information You Provide Directly
• Account Information: When you register for an account, we collect your name, email address, phone number, username, password, gender, date of birth, and other profile information.
• Profile Content: You may provide information about yourself in your profile, such as photos, personal interests, location, and other details.
• Communications: We collect any information you submit to other users or to us via messages, feedback, or customer support inquiries.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
We automatically collect certain information when you use our Services, including:
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Usage Information: Details of your interactions with our Services, such as pages visited, time spent on the Services, clicks, and features used.
• Location Information: With your consent, we may collect and process location data from your device to provide location-based features or match suggestions.
1.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from third parties, such as social media platforms, advertising networks, and analytics providers, when you interact with our Services through those platforms.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
• Providing and improving our Services: To operate, maintain, and enhance the Services, including personalizing your experience and offering match suggestions.
• Communication: To contact you about your account, respond to your inquiries, and send updates or promotional materials.
• Security and fraud prevention: To monitor, prevent, and address any suspicious, unauthorized, or illegal activity, and to ensure the safety of our users.
• Legal and regulatory compliance: To comply with legal obligations, respond to law enforcement requests, and enforce our Terms and Conditions.
3. Sharing Your Information
We may share your personal information in the following circumstances:
3.1 With Other Users
Your profile information, including photos, age, location (if provided), and other details, will be visible to other users of the Services. You control the information you choose to share with other users.
3.2 Service Providers
We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform functions on our behalf, such as hosting, payment processing, data analytics, and customer support.
3.3 Legal Obligations and Safety
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or if we believe in good faith that such action is necessary to:
• Comply with a legal obligation or respond to valid legal requests.
• Protect and defend our rights, property, or the safety of our users, employees, or the public.
• Investigate violations of our Terms and Conditions or other agreements.
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as necessary to provide the Services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information unless retention is required by law or for legitimate business purposes, such as fraud prevention or dispute resolution.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information, subject to local laws in your jurisdiction:
5.1 Access and Correction
You may access, update, or correct your personal information through your account settings. If you are unable to do so, please contact us at enquiries@locusdating.com.
5.2 Deletion
You may request the deletion of your personal information by contacting us at enquiries@locusdating.com. We will comply with your request unless retention is required by law or for legitimate business reasons.
5.3 Opt-Out of Communications
You can opt out of receiving promotional emails or notifications by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in the communications or by adjusting your notification settings in the App.
5.4 Data Portability
In certain jurisdictions, you may have the right to request a copy of your personal information in a portable format.
6. Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. You use the Services at your own risk.
7. International Data Transfers
We operate globally, and your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your jurisdiction, including the United States, Switzerland, the European Union, India, and other locations where our service providers operate. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our Services, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.
When transferring data internationally, we comply with all applicable legal requirements, such as:
• EU-U.S. Privacy Shield (for data transfers from the European Union to the United States).
• Standard Contractual Clauses and other safeguards approved by relevant regulators (e.g., the GDPR, Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP), and Indian IT laws).
8. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete that information.
9. Dispute Resolution and Privacy Complaints
If you have concerns about our use of your personal information, we encourage you to first contact us to resolve any issue. In the event of a dispute, you may:
• Contact our support team at enquiries@locusdating.com.
• If the issue cannot be resolved informally, disputes related to this Privacy Policy will be resolved according to the Dispute Resolution Process outlined in our Terms and Conditions, including the use of arbitration or small claims court as applicable.
9.1 Jurisdiction-Specific Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have additional privacy rights:
• European Union: Residents of the EU have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to access, rectification, deletion, data portability, and the right to object to processing.
• United States: We comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and other state privacy laws, providing residents with rights to access and delete their personal information, as well as the right to opt out of the sale of personal data.
• Switzerland: Residents of Switzerland are protected by the Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (FADP), which grants rights similar to the GDPR.
• India: We comply with India’s Information Technology Act, 2000 and Personal Data Protection Bill (if enacted), providing rights regarding data access, deletion, and correction.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this page and notify you of any material changes via email or an in-app notification. Your continued use of the Services after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
11. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal information, please contact us at:
• Email: enquiries@locusdating.com
• Mailing Address: 13 North Street, Newcastle Under Lyme, ST5 1BE
By using our Services, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy and the Terms and Conditions.