Privacy & Cookie Policy

Hey there! Thanks for checking out our Privacy & Cookie Policy. We know this might not be the most exciting read, but it’s important – just like family! Think of this as us sitting down together and having an honest chat about how we handle your information while you’re building meaningful connections on Relative Choice.
Quick Summary
We collect information you choose to share to help match you with potential chosen family members
We use cookies and similar technologies to make our site work better for you
We take your privacy seriously and protect your information
We only share your information when necessary to provide our services
You have control over your information and privacy choices
Who We Are
If you’re in the United States (that’s our current service area), the company responsible for your data is:
Relative Choice Corporation 6316 Oxon Hill Rd, #744, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
What This Policy Covers
This policy applies to everything related to Relative Choice – our website, our app, and any other services we provide. We’ll just call all of these our “services” throughout this policy to keep things simple.
Information We Collect
Let’s talk about what information we gather to help you build meaningful family connections:
Information You Share With Us
Basic account info (email, password, age verification)
Profile information (including what kind of family connections you’re seeking)
Photos and content you choose to share
Messages between you and potential family connections
Payment information when you subscribe to certain tier levels
Survey responses if you choose to participate
Information you share about others (like when referring a friend)
Information Collected Automatically
How you use our service (like features you use most)
Device information (like what type of phone or computer you’re using)
Location information (if you allow it)
Log data (technical stuff that helps us keep the service running smoothly)
Information From Other Sources
If you create an account through social media
Verification services (when we need to confirm something for safety)
Public sources
Other members (like if someone reports a concern)
Remember: We take extra care with information that might be considered sensitive (like religious beliefs or ethnic background). You’re never required to share this information, and you can always select “prefer not to say.”
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to help you build meaningful family connections. Here’s what that looks like in practice:
The Basics
Creating and managing your account
Matching you with potential chosen family members
Showing your profile to others looking for similar connections
Processing your payments and subscriptions
Sending you service updates and necessary notifications
Making Your Experience Better
Personalizing your search results
Recommending potential matches
Understanding how people use our service so we can improve it
Providing customer support when you need help
Protecting your safety and security on our platform
Communications
Sending you matches and connection opportunities
Letting you know about features that might help you
Sharing important updates about our service
Sending promotional materials (which you can opt out of anytime)
About Cookies and Similar Technologies
Let’s talk about cookies – and no, not the kind you share at family gatherings! These are small files that help our service work better for you.
What Are Cookies?
Think of cookies like name tags at a family reunion – they help us recognize you when you come back to our site and remember your preferences so you don’t have to start from scratch every time.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These are the must-haves that keep our service running
Help you stay logged in
Keep your account secure
Remember basic preferences
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how people use our service
Show us what’s working and what needs improvement
Don’t collect any personal information about you
Feature Cookies
Remember your preferences
Help personalize your experience
Make the site work better for you
You can control cookie settings through your browser, but remember that some parts of our service might not work as well if you block certain cookies.
How We Share Information
Just like in any family, trust and privacy are important to us. Here’s how we handle sharing your information:
With Other Members
Your profile information is visible to other members
Your messages are shared only with the people you’re communicating with
You control what personal details you share in your profile
Your contact information stays private until you decide to share it
With Service Providers
We work with trusted partners who help us provide our service, including:
Payment processors for handling subscriptions
Security services to keep our platform safe
Customer support tools to help when you need assistance
Technical services that keep everything running smoothly
For Legal Reasons
Sometimes we have to share information:
To respond to legal requests
To protect people’s safety
To prevent fraud or other illegal activities
To defend our legal rights
Keeping Your Information Secure
We take your privacy seriously and use industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no online service can guarantee 100% security, so we encourage you to:
Use a strong password
Keep your login information private
Be careful about what personal information you share in your profile
Let us know if you notice anything suspicious
Your Privacy Rights and Choices
You’re in control of your information on Relative Choice. Here’s what you can do:
Your Account Controls
Update or correct your profile information anytime
Choose what information to share or keep private
Control your notification preferences
Manage your privacy settings
Your Rights
You can:
Access your personal information
Request a copy of your data
Ask us to correct inaccurate information
Delete your account
Opt out of promotional communications
Making Changes
Most changes can be made right in your account settings
For other requests, contact our support team
We’ll respond to your privacy requests as quickly as we c
Remember, some information we might need to keep for legal or security reasons, even if you delete your account.
Age Requirements
Relative Choice is for adults only. You must be at least 18 years old to use our service. We don’t knowingly collect information from anyone under 18, and we’ll remove any accounts we discover that belong to underage users.
International Users
Right now, our service is available only in the United States. If you’re accessing our service from outside the U.S., remember that your information will be processed in the United States and subject to U.S. laws.
Changes to This Policy
Like any family, we grow and change over time. When we update this policy, we’ll:
Post the updated policy on our website
Update the “Last Modified” date at the bottom
Continuing to use our service after changes means you accept the updated policy.
Questions or Concerns?
We’re here to help! If you have questions about your privacy or this policy:
Email us at: [privacy@darkslateblue-emu-919791.hostingersite.com]
Write to us at: Relative Choice Corporstion 6316 Oxon Hill Rd, #744, Oxon Hill, MD 20745: Attention: Privacy Team
For general support questions, visit our Help Center or contact our support team.
California Privacy Rights
If you’re a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). Here’s what you should know:
Information We Collect and Why
We categorize the personal information we collect in these ways:
Basic Identifiers
What we collect: Name, email, address, phone number, account login
Where it comes from: Directly from you
Why we need it: To run your account and provide our services
Who we share it with: Service providers who help run our platform
How long we keep it:
Premium Members: Duration of membership
Basic Members: 2 years after last activity
Members with unused features: Up to 4 years from last purchase
Profile Information
What we collect: Family connection preferences, interests, photos
Where it comes from: Directly from you
Why we need it: To match you with potential chosen family
Who we share it with: Other members, matching algorithm providers
How long we keep it: Same as basic identifiers
Usage Information
What we collect: How you use our service, device information
Where it comes from: Automatic collection when you use our service
Why we need it: To improve our service and security
Who we share it with: Analytics and security providers
How long we keep it: Up to 2 years
Financial Information
What we collect: Payment details for subscriptions
Where it comes from: Directly from you
Why we need it: To process payments
Who we share it with: Payment processors only
How long we keep it: As required by law
Your California Rights
You can:
See what information we have about you
Get a copy of your information
Delete your information (with some legal exceptions)
Correct inaccurate information
Limit how we use sensitive personal information
Opt out of certain data sharing
How to Exercise Your Rights
Use the privacy controls in your account settings
Email us at [privacy@darkslateblue-emu-919791.hostingersite.com]
Visit [website section] to submit a request
We’ll respond to verified requests within 45 days.
Additional State Privacy Rights
Virginia, Colorado, and Connecticut Residents
You have rights to:
Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate personal information
Delete your personal information
Get a copy of your data in a portable format
Opt out of targeted advertising if we offer it
Delaware, Iowa, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Texas, Oregon, and Montana Residents
If we deny your privacy request, you have the right to appeal. Contact us with “Privacy Request Appeal” in your message.
Nevada Residents
Nevada law gives residents the right to opt out of the sale of certain personal information. We do not currently sell personal information as defined by Nevada law.
Washington Residents
Washington Consumer Health Data Privacy regulations provide specific protections for health-related data. While we don’t collect health information, we protect any sensitive data according to applicable state laws.
Last Modified: [March 2025]

Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy
Hello! This Consumer Health Data Privacy Policy supplements our main Privacy Policy and applies to our friends in Washington and Nevada.
About Health Data Collection and Use
Let’s be clear: Relative Choice is about building chosen family connections, and we don’t collect or use data to make guesses about your health status – past, present, or future. None of our business, literally and figuratively. However, some states define “consumer health data” pretty broadly, so some information you share might technically fall under that definition. .
How This Information is Handled
Who Might See Your Health Data
We respect your privacy and want to be upfront about who might see information you choose to share on your profile or in your messages. Here’s the scoop:
Other Members: Anything you share on your profile is visible to the greater community. So, share thoughtfully!
Our Trusted Team: A few key folks who keep our platform running smoothly may occasionally see your data:
Service Providers who ensure the app works its magic.
Security Teams dedicated to keeping everyone safe.
Customer Support Heroes who step in when you need assistance.
Now, about your messages: while we don’t normally peek into private conversations (because privacy is a priority), there are rare exceptions. If another user flags something concerning or if we’re required to comply with a legal request, we may need to review specific messages. In those cases, it would still only be these same trusted team members viewing your information.
Rest assured, we take this responsibility seriously and handle all reviews with the utmost care and respect for your privacy.
Business Changes
If our company goes through changes (like a merger), your information might be part of that. We’ll make sure your privacy rights are protected in any transition
Legal Requirements
We might need to share information:
To respond to legal requests
To keep people safe
To prevent fraud
To comply with the law
Your Rights Matter
If you want to exercise your privacy rights under Washington or Nevada law:
Contact our support team at support@darkslateblue-emu-919791.hostingersite.com
We’ll respond as quickly as we can.
Last Updated: March 2025