IRL Social Connect – Privacy Policy
Effective Date: November 24, 2025
Last Updated: November 24, 2025
In Real Life Social Connect (IRL) is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care, transparency, and respect.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you use our services, attend events, or interact with us online or in person.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Name, age, gender, and contact details
- Location and dating preferences
- Profile information and written responses
- Photos and optional video profiles
- Event attendance and booking history
- Communications with IRL staff
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Provide personalised matchmaking services
- Recommend compatible matches
- Manage events, sessions, and bookings
- Communicate with you about our services
- Improve our offerings and user experience
- Ensure safety, trust, and community standards
3. AI & Matchmaking
IRL may use AI-assisted tools to help identify compatibility and suggest matches. All matches are reviewed by a human.
AI is used as a support tool only and may not always be accurate. We do not make automated decisions that significantly affect you without human oversight.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information.
Your profile or details are only shared with potential matches when you have provided consent. We may also share information when:
- Required by law
- Necessary to protect client safety
- Using trusted service providers (e.g. scheduling tools)
5. Video Profiles
Video profiles are optional and handled with care:
- Videos are shown privately to potential matches
- Public display requires explicit consent
- Videos can be removed upon request at any time
- Videos are never sold or shared with third parties
6. Data Storage & Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, or disclosure.
While no system is 100% secure, we use trusted platforms and safeguards appropriate to the sensitivity of the data.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections
- Withdraw consent
- Request deletion of your data
Requests can be made by contacting us directly.
8. Compliance
IRL follows the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) and aligns with GDPR best practices where applicable.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about your privacy:
Email: hello@inreallifesocialconnect.com
Location: Darwin City, Northern Territory