Trust & transparency

Privacy Policy

Your trust matters. This page explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it.

Last updated: [Insert Date]

Section 01

Overview

Shortlist is building a more intentional dating experience. Because dating is personal, we take privacy seriously.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and what choices you have.

By using Shortlist, joining our waitlist, completing our questionnaire, or submitting information through our website, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

Section 02

Information We Collect

We may collect information you provide directly, including:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • City or location
  • Dating preferences
  • Questionnaire responses
  • Feedback you submit
  • Interest in early access
  • Communication with us

Some questionnaire responses may include personal or sensitive information about your dating preferences, relationship goals, communication style, or personal experiences.

Please only share information you are comfortable providing.

Section 03

How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

  • Manage early access and waitlist signups
  • Understand interest in Shortlist
  • Improve the product and user experience
  • Evaluate whether Shortlist is a good fit for early users
  • Communicate with you about updates, feedback, or invitations
  • Develop better onboarding and matching experiences
  • Maintain the safety, quality, and integrity of the platform

We do not sell your personal information.

Section 04

Questionnaire Responses

Your questionnaire responses help us understand user mindset, dating preferences, and product fit.

We may use responses to:

  • Improve Shortlist
  • Identify early user needs
  • Shape community standards
  • Design future matching or onboarding features
  • Evaluate interest in different product concepts

We will not publicly share your identifiable questionnaire responses without your permission.

Section 05

Sharing Information

We may share limited information only when necessary, such as with:

  • Service providers who help operate the website, forms, analytics, email, or hosting
  • Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law
  • Advisors or partners assisting with product development, only when appropriate safeguards are in place

We do not sell your personal information to advertisers or data brokers.

Section 06

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect your information.

However, no website, database, or internet transmission is completely secure. Please use care when submitting personal information online.

Section 07

Data Retention

We keep your information only as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

You may request that we delete your information by contacting us.

Section 08

Your Choices

You may contact us to:

  • Access the information we have about you
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Unsubscribe from emails
  • Withdraw from early access consideration

Contact: [Insert Contact Email]

Section 09

Cookies and Analytics

Shortlist may use cookies or analytics tools to understand website traffic, improve user experience, and learn how visitors interact with our site.

You may adjust your browser settings to limit or block cookies.

Section 10

Children’s Privacy

Shortlist is intended for adults only.

We do not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If we learn that we have collected information from a minor, we will delete it.

Section 11

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.

If we make material changes, we will update the “Last updated” date and may notify users where appropriate.

Section 12

Contact Us

Questions about this Privacy Policy can be sent to:

[Insert Contact Email]

“Dating is personal. We believe privacy should be treated that way.”