Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 14, 2026

Your privacy is critically important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Grindr collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our services. This includes:

• Registration Information: Email address, phone number, password, and date of birth.
• Profile Information: Photos, display name, "About Me" text, relationship status, and other details you choose to share.
• Location Data: If enabled, we collect your precise or approximate location to show you nearby users.
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the app, including messages, clicks, and logs.
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, and IP address.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Create and manage your account.
• Provide location-based services (showing you nearby profiles).
• Facilitate communication between users.
• Improve our services and develop new features.
• Ensure safety and security by detecting and preventing fraud or abuse.
• Comply with legal obligations.

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• With Other Users: Your public profile information is visible to other users on the platform.
• Service Providers: We use third-party partners for hosting, analytics, and customer support.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose data if required by law or to protect the safety of our users.

4. Your Privacy Controls

You have control over your data. You can:

• Edit or delete your profile information at any time.
• Disable location services in your device settings.
• Use privacy features like "Incognito" (subscription required) or hide your distance.
• Request a copy of your data or request deletion of your account.

5. Data Security

We implement robust security measures to protect your data, including encryption and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own, where data protection laws may differ.

7. Children's Privacy

Grindr is strictly for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we discover a user is under 18, we will delete their account immediately.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or email.

9. Contact Us

For any privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@grindr.com.