YOHO PRIVACY POLICY

Last Updated: January 09, 2026 | Effective Date: January 09, 2026

This policy is reviewed and updated quarterly to align with regulatory changes and platform practices.

This Privacy Policy has been reviewed and revised to reflect our current data handling practices and adherence to applicable privacy legislation.

1. INTRODUCTION

Welcome to Yoho ("we", "us", "our"), the social interaction platform designed to help you establish authentic connections with others. This Privacy Policy outlines how we gather, utilize, store, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you access our mobile application and related services (collectively referred to as the "Services").

Policy Update Notice

This Privacy Policy was last revised on January 09, 2026. We conduct regular reviews and updates to this policy to ensure alignment with evolving privacy laws and regulatory requirements, including Google Play's data safety standards, GDPR, CCPA, CPRA, VCDPA, and other relevant data protection frameworks. This policy accurately reflects our current data practices and our commitment to protecting your privacy rights.

We are dedicated to complying with applicable privacy laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

By using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and consented to our collection and use of your personal information as outlined in this document. If you disagree with our practices, please refrain from using the Services.

Important: This Privacy Policy applies to all Yoho users, regardless of your geographic location. If you reside outside the United States, please note that your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where we conduct business operations.

2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

We gather information about you from multiple sources to deliver and enhance the Services, facilitate social interactions, and connect you with compatible Users. The information we collect is categorized as follows:

2.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

This encompasses information you actively share with us when using the Services:

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

When you use the Services, we automatically collect specific information about your device, usage patterns, and interactions with the Services. This collection is essential for the proper functioning of the app and to deliver a personalized experience:

Data Collection Transparency

We maintain full transparency regarding all data we collect. As mandated by Google Play's Data Safety requirements, we clearly disclose all collected data types, their intended uses, and whether they are shared with third parties. This information is available in our app's Data Safety section on the Google Play Store.

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may collect information about you from third-party sources, including:

Data Category Examples of Information Collected Collection Purpose
Personal Identifiable Information (PII) Mobile number, email address, name, username Account creation, login, communication
Profile & Preference Data Hobbies, interests, age, gender Intelligent matching with compatible Users
Device & Technical Data Device model, IP address, OS version, Device ID Service optimization, security
Usage Data Interaction duration, connection history, feature usage Improve Services, enhance user experience

3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information for the following legitimate business purposes, in compliance with applicable legal requirements:

Legal Basis for Processing (for Users in California)

Under the CCPA/CPRA, our legal bases for collecting and using your personal information include: (1) fulfilling a contractual obligation with you (e.g., providing the Services); (2) pursuing our legitimate business interests (e.g., improving the Services, ensuring safety); (3) complying with legal obligations; and (4) obtaining your consent (e.g., for collecting location information).

4. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION

You have the right to know whether your personal data is shared with third parties. We disclose the full scope of data sharing (including categories of recipients and purposes) in this section, and you may request additional details about specific sharing activities by contacting us at yoho72syn@outlook.com.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for commercial gain. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Other Users

To facilitate connections, we share certain profile information (e.g., your username, hobbies, interests) with other Users who match with you. We do not share your personal contact information (e.g., mobile number, email) with other Users unless you choose to disclose it voluntarily.

4.2 With Service Providers

We engage third-party service providers to assist with operating and improving the Services. These providers may access your personal information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are contractually obligated to protect your information and refrain from using it for any other purposes. All service providers undergo rigorous vetting and must comply with applicable privacy laws.

Categories of Service Providers:

Data Sharing Agreements: All service providers are contractually obligated to:

4.3 For Legal Reasons

We may share your information if required to do so by law, or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to: (1) comply with a court order, subpoena, or other legal process; (2) protect the rights, property, or safety of Yoho, our Users, or the public; (3) investigate or address violations of our User Agreement; or (4) respond to emergencies involving the potential risk of harm to any person.

4.4 In Business Transfers

If Yoho is involved in a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or the sale of all or part of its assets, your personal information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you via email or in-app notification if your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

5. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS

For users residing in California, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) grant you specific rights regarding your personal information, which are detailed in Section 5.1 of this policy.

Under applicable U.S. privacy laws, including the CCPA/CPRA, you have certain rights regarding your personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at yoho72syn@outlook.com with your full name, account details, and a clear description of your request.

5.1 California Consumer Rights

For Users residing in California, you have the following rights:

5.2 Right to Rectification

Under applicable privacy laws (including CCPA, VCDPA, and GDPR), you have the right to correct inaccurate or incomplete personal data that we hold about you. This right ensures that your personal information remains up-to-date and reflects your current circumstances.

You can exercise this right by:

We will process your correction request promptly and update your personal data accordingly. If we cannot make the requested correction (e.g., due to legal or technical constraints), we will inform you of the reasons and any alternative options available.

5.3 General Rights

All Users have the following rights:

5.4 Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) Rights

For Users residing in Virginia, you have the following rights under the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA):

To exercise your VCDPA rights, please contact us at yoho72syn@outlook.com with your request and account verification information. We will respond to your request within 45 days.

5.5 How to Opt-Out of Data Sale/Targeted Advertising

While we do not currently sell your personal information, we may use your data for targeted advertising purposes. You have the right to opt-out of targeted advertising and any future data sales through the following methods:

To opt out of data sharing with third parties (for non-advertising purposes):

We will confirm receipt of your opt-out request within 5 business days and complete processing within 15 business days.

Please note that opting out of targeted advertising will not eliminate all advertising, but the ads you see will be less relevant to your interests. We will process your opt-out request within 15 business days and confirm completion via email.

5.6 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of your privacy rights, you can:

5.7 Verifying Your Identity

To protect your privacy and prevent unauthorized access to your information, we may require you to verify your identity before fulfilling your request. Verification may include:

5.8 Response Times

We will respond to your privacy rights requests within the following timeframes:

5.9 Appeals Process

If we deny your request or you are not satisfied with our response, you may:

5.10 Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) Rights

For users residing in Virginia, the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA) grants you specific privacy rights, which are detailed in Section 5.4 of this policy. These rights include the ability to know, correct, delete, and port your personal data, as well as opt out of targeted advertising and profiling.

6. DATA SECURITY

We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement comprehensive technical, administrative, and physical safeguards to protect it from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Our security measures are regularly reviewed and updated to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities.

6.1 Technical Safeguards

6.2 Administrative Safeguards

6.3 Physical Safeguards

6.4 Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach that may affect your personal information, we will:

Security Limitations: While we implement comprehensive security measures, no security system is completely impenetrable. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information, and you acknowledge that you use the Services at your own risk. We encourage you to take steps to protect your account, such as using a strong password and not sharing your account credentials with others.

7. DATA RETENTION

Our data retention practices are designed to align with legal requirements and business necessity. For each category of personal information, we retain data only for the period required to fulfill the purpose for which it was collected (as detailed in Section 7.1). If you have questions about the retention period for specific data types, contact us at yoho72syn@outlook.com.

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Our data retention practices are designed to balance your privacy rights with our legitimate business needs and legal obligations.

7.1 Retention Periods by Data Type

7.2 Account Deletion

After you delete your account:

7.3 Data Anonymization

After the retention period expires, we may anonymize your personal information so that it can no longer be associated with you. Anonymized data may be retained indefinitely for analytics, research, and service improvement purposes.

7.4 Requesting Early Deletion

You may request deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us at yoho72syn@outlook.com. We will honor your request unless we are required to retain the information by law or for legitimate business purposes.

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

We take children's privacy seriously and comply with applicable children's privacy laws, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the United States and similar laws in other jurisdictions.

8.1 Age Restrictions

The Services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are under 13, please do not use the Services or provide any personal information to us.

8.2 What We Do If We Discover Child Data

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verifiable parental consent, we will:

8.3 Users Between 13 and 18 Years of Age

For users between 13 and 18 years of age (minors in many jurisdictions), we:

By allowing a minor in this age group to use the Services, you confirm that you are their parent or legal guardian and consent to our data practices as described in this Privacy Policy.

8.4 Parental Rights

Parents and guardians have the right to:

To exercise these rights, please contact us at yoho72syn@outlook.com with proof of your relationship to the child.

8.5 Reporting Concerns

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13 or have concerns about how we handle children's data, please contact us immediately at yoho72syn@outlook.com.

9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS

Yoho is operated from the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries where we or our service providers operate.

9.1 Data Transfer Mechanisms

When we transfer your personal information to countries outside your country of residence, we implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information, including:

9.2 Your Rights Regarding International Transfers

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or other jurisdictions with specific data transfer requirements, you have the right to:

By using our Services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries as described in this Privacy Policy.

10. THIRD-PARTY LINKS & SERVICES

The Services may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. This section explains how we interact with third parties and your rights regarding such interactions.

10.1 Third-Party Services Integrated in Our App

Our Services integrate with various third-party services to provide functionality and improve your experience:

10.2 Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services. When you click on these links, you will be directed to third-party sites that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites or services.

10.3 Your Responsibility

We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party websites or services. We strongly encourage you to:

10.4 Third-Party Data Collection

Some third-party services integrated into our app may collect information independently. We do not control this collection. For information about how third parties collect and use your information, please review their privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party data collection practices.

11. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We are committed to keeping this Privacy Policy current and accurate. We regularly review and update this policy to ensure it reflects our current data practices and complies with evolving privacy laws and regulations, including Google Play's requirements.

11.1 Update Frequency

We review and update this Privacy Policy:

11.2 How We Notify You of Changes

When we make material changes to this Privacy Policy, we will notify you through multiple channels:

11.3 Effective Date

The updated Privacy Policy will be effective immediately upon posting or notification, unless otherwise stated. The effective date will be clearly indicated at the top of the policy.

11.4 Your Rights Regarding Changes

If you do not agree with the changes to this Privacy Policy, you may:

Your continued use of the Services after the effective date of the updated Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

Recent Updates (January 09, 2026)

This version of the Privacy Policy includes updates to:

  • Enhanced data collection transparency and disclosure (including Phone Number/Device ID collection)
  • Expanded information about CCPA/VCDPA rights and opt-out mechanisms
  • Detailed data retention practices and legal compliance notes
  • Comprehensive data sharing disclosure and user right to know
  • Clarified Data Controller and DPO contact information (required by law)
  • Improved compliance with Google Play's Data Safety requirements

12. DATA CONTROLLER & CONTACT INFORMATION

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the information below:

12.1 Data Controller

Data Controller Contact Information (Required by Law):

Response Time: We will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible, typically within 10 business days.

For any questions or concerns regarding the processing of your personal data, you may contact Alex Morgan, our designated data controller representative, at the email address provided above.

12.2 Data Protection Officer (DPO)

For privacy-related inquiries, data protection requests, or concerns about how we handle your personal information, you may contact our Data Protection Officer:

DPO Response Time: All privacy-related inquiries will be addressed within 24 business hours.

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This Privacy Policy complies with United States federal and state privacy laws, including the CCPA/CPRA, VCDPA, and other applicable data protection regulations.

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