1. Introduction
Veel App Inc. ("Veel," "we," "us," or "our") operates the Veel
video and audio dating platform, including our website and
mobile apps (together, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy
explains what information we collect, how we use and share
it, and the choices you have. By creating an account or using
the Service, you agree to the practices described here.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of information:
- Account information — name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and password.
- Profile information — photos, bio, interests, and preferences you choose to share.
- Communications — messages, in-app reports, and support requests.
- Call metadata — duration, timestamps, and connection quality. We do not record or store the audio or video content of your calls.
- Device and usage data — IP address, device type, operating system, app version, and general usage patterns.
- Approximate location — with your permission, to support matching with nearby users.
- Payment information — handled by our payment processors; we do not store full card numbers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Create and manage your account
- Match you with other users and power our AI recommendations
- Connect your video and voice calls
- Process payments and manage subscriptions
- Detect fraud, fake profiles, and violations of our Terms of Service
- Respond to support requests
- Improve Veel and develop new features
- Send service updates and, if you've opted in, promotional messages
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share it with:
- Other users, limited to the profile details you choose to make visible
- Service providers who help us run Veel, such as hosting, payments, and customer support, under confidentiality obligations
- Law enforcement or regulators, where required by law or to protect the safety of our community
- A successor entity, in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
5. Data Retention
We keep your information for as long as your account is
active, and for a reasonable period afterward to meet legal
obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.
You can request deletion of your account and data at any
time — see "Your Rights and Choices" below.
6. Data Security
All live video and voice calls on Veel are protected with
end-to-end encryption, and we do not capture, record, or
store their content on our servers. We also use access
controls, encryption of stored data, and regular security
reviews. That said, no method of transmission or storage is
completely secure, and we can't guarantee absolute
protection.
7. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed
in, remember your preferences, and understand how Veel is
used. You can control cookies through your browser or device
settings; disabling them may limit some features.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on where you live, you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or update your personal information
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Withdraw consent for optional processing, such as location-based matching
- Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
Users in India can exercise these rights under the Digital
Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, by contacting our
Grievance Officer (see "Contact Us" below).
9. Children's Privacy
Veel is intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not
knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If we
learn that we have, we'll delete the account and associated
data promptly.
10. International Users
If you use Veel from outside India, your information may be
processed in India or other countries where our service
providers operate. Wherever your data is processed, we take
steps to protect it consistent with this Policy.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We'll
notify you of material changes in the app or by email, and
the "Last Updated" date above will reflect the most recent
version.
12. Contact Us
Questions, requests, or complaints about your privacy? Email
us at privacy@veelapp.com. Our Grievance Officer, appointed
under India's IT Rules, can be reached at
grievance@veelapp.com.