Privacy Policy

Introduction

Welcome to SugarEliteDate (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you use our website, mobile application, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

We have written this Privacy Policy in a way that is legally accurate yet easy to understand. By using our Services, you agree to the practices described in this document. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our Services immediately.

This policy is designed to comply with data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), where applicable.

Information We Collect

When you use SugarEliteDate, we may collect the following categories of information:

• Personal Information You Provide

• Name, email address, phone number, and profile information.

• Payment information when purchasing premium features (processed securely by third-party providers).

• Messages, photos, or other content you choose to share with other users.

• Automatically Collected Information

• IP address, device type, browser type, and operating system.

• Usage data, such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and interactions with features.

• Cookies and similar technologies to personalize your experience.

• Sensitive Information (Optional)

• Information such as gender identity, sexual orientation, or lifestyle preferences, only if you choose to share it on your profile.

How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our Services.
• To personalize your experience, such as recommending compatible profiles.
• To process payments securely and provide customer support.
• To detect, prevent, and address fraudulent or abusive activities.
• To communicate with you about updates, promotions, or policy changes.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tools to improve your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our Services.

Types of cookies we may use include:

• Essential Cookies – Necessary for site functionality, such as logging in.
• Performance Cookies – Help us analyze how users interact with our site.
• Functional Cookies – Remember your preferences and personalize your experience.
• Advertising Cookies – Used by us or third parties to deliver relevant ads.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

Third-Party Tools and Services

We may partner with third-party companies that help us operate and improve our Services. These may include:

• Payment Processors – To securely handle financial transactions.
• Analytics Providers – Such as Google Analytics, to understand usage patterns.
• Advertising Networks – To display relevant ads on and off our platform.
• Cloud Hosting Services – To securely store your data.

These third parties are contractually obligated to protect your information and may only use it for purposes specified by us.

Affiliate Disclosure

SugarEliteDate may include affiliate links to products or services offered by third parties. If you click on these links and make a purchase, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

Affiliate partnerships do not influence our recommendations—we only promote resources that we believe may be valuable to our community.

How We Share Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With other users, based on the profile information you choose to make public.
• With service providers who perform services on our behalf.
• If required by law, regulation, or legal process.
• To protect the rights, safety, and property of SugarEliteDate, our users, or the public.
• In connection with a business transfer, such as a merger or acquisition.

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on where you live, you may have the following rights:

• Access – Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion – Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal exceptions.
• Restriction – Request limits on how we process your data.
• Portability – Request your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
• Opt-Out – Decline targeted advertising or the sale of personal data (where applicable).

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We may require verification of your identity before processing your request.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. These include encryption, firewalls, and access controls.

However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

When your account is deleted, we will remove or anonymize your data, except for information needed to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

International Data Transfers

If you access our Services from outside the United States, please be aware that your data may be transferred to and stored on servers located in the U.S. and other countries.

By using our Services, you consent to these transfers, which may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

Children’s Privacy

SugarEliteDate is intended for adults aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we learn that a minor has registered, we will delete their account promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

• Post the revised policy on our website.
• Update the “Last Updated” date at the bottom of the page.
• Notify users of significant changes by email or in-app notification.

Please review this policy periodically to stay informed.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

SugarEliteDate Privacy Team Email: [email protected] 

Last Updated: [9/23/2025]