Privacy Policy

Last Updated: May 24, 2026

Introduction

This privacy policy explains how Simple Dimple Farm Match ("we," "us," or "our"), the operator of simpledimple.life, collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal information. We are committed to safeguarding the privacy of every member who trusts our farmer dating site with their data. This policy applies to all visitors and registered users of our platform, including our website and any associated mobile services.

We believe in plain language. You should not need a law degree to understand how your data is handled. If anything in this policy is unclear, please visit our FAQ or contact us directly using the details below.

Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide a safe, functional dating experience for rural singles. The data we gather falls into three categories:

Personal Information You Provide

• Full name, email address, and date of birth during registration
• Location data (state, county, or ZIP code) for local matching
• Phone number (optional, used for account verification)
• Payment information if you subscribe to a premium plan (processed securely by our third-party payment provider - we do not store full card numbers)

Profile Data

• Photos, biography text, and personal descriptions
• Dating preferences, interests, and lifestyle details (e.g., farming type, faith, hobbies)
• Messages sent and received through the platform

Automatically Collected Data

• Device type, operating system, and browser version
• IP address and approximate geolocation
• Pages visited, time spent on site, and interaction patterns
• Crash reports and diagnostic data for improving platform stability

How We Use Your Information

Your data is used for the following specific purposes:

1. Matching and discovery - Powering our algorithm to connect you with compatible rural singles in your area
2. Account management - Creating, maintaining, and verifying your profile
3. Communication - Sending account notifications, match alerts, and (with your consent) promotional updates
4. Safety and moderation - Monitoring for fake profiles, harassment, scams, and violations of our Terms & Conditions
5. Platform improvement - Analyzing aggregate usage patterns to enhance features and user experience
6. Legal compliance - Meeting obligations under applicable federal and state laws

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep our platform running smoothly. Here is what we use and why:

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may prevent core platform functionality such as logging in.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. Your profile information, photos, and messages are never sold to third parties for advertising or marketing purposes.

We may share limited data only in these circumstances:

• Service providers - Trusted partners who help us operate the platform (hosting, payment processing, email delivery). These providers are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.
• Legal requirements - When required by law, court order, or government request
• Safety concerns - When we believe disclosure is necessary to prevent harm, fraud, or violations of our terms
• With your consent - Any other sharing only occurs with your explicit permission

Your profile information does not appear in public search engine results. Only registered, verified members can view your profile within the platform.

Your Rights and Choices

You have full control over your personal information. As a user of our dating platform, you may:

• Access your data - Request a copy of all personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccuracies - Update or fix any incorrect profile or account details at any time
• Delete your data - Request permanent removal of your account and all associated personal data
• Download your data - Receive your information in a portable, machine-readable format
• Opt out of marketing emails - Unsubscribe from promotional communications via email preferences or the unsubscribe link in any email
• Deactivate your account - Temporarily hide your profile without deleting your data

To exercise any of these rights, contact our privacy team using the information in the "Contact Us" section below. We respond to all verified requests within 30 days.

Data Security

We take the protection of your data seriously. Our security measures include:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmitted between your device and our servers
• Encrypted storage of passwords using industry-standard hashing algorithms
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Restricted employee access - only authorized personnel may access user data, and only when necessary for their role
• Automated monitoring for suspicious activity and unauthorized access attempts

While we implement robust safeguards, no internet-based system can guarantee absolute security. We encourage all members to review our safety tips for protecting their own accounts.

Contact Us About Privacy

If you have questions about this privacy policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or have concerns about how your information is handled, reach out to our privacy team:

• Email: [email protected]
• Subject line: "Privacy Request - [Your Name]"

We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 calendar days. For general questions about the platform, please visit our FAQ page or About Us page.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify registered users via email and display a notice on the platform. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was most recently revised.

Continued use of Simple Dimple Farm Match after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.