Last updated: September 2026
Your data is encrypted, never sold, and used only to help you find real connections. This policy explains exactly what we collect and why.
Rena is a dating and relationship app built for Nigerians and the global African diaspora. We are operated by Victor Chinedu ("Rena", "we", "us"). You can reach us at eyavictor35@gmail.com.
We collect information you provide directly when creating and using your account:
When you submit your government ID, we store the ID type, ID number, and a selfie photo for manual review by our team. This information is encrypted and used solely to verify your identity. We do not share your ID details with other users or third parties. Once verified, only your verified badge is visible on your profile — never your ID information.
We collect your GPS coordinates when you open the app to show you nearby profiles and calculate distances. We convert coordinates to a city and country name. We never share your exact coordinates with other users — they only see an approximate distance (e.g. "5km away").
We do not sell your personal data. We share data only with trusted service providers:
All partners are bound by data protection agreements.
We keep your data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account, we permanently delete your profile, photos, matches, and messages within 24 hours. Some data may be retained for legal or fraud prevention purposes for up to 30 days.
You have the right to:
To exercise these rights, email us at eyavictor35@gmail.com or delete your account directly in Settings → Delete account.
We use industry-standard encryption for data in transit and at rest. Passwords are hashed and never stored in plain text. Payment processing is handled entirely by Paystack — we never see or store your card details. However, no system is 100% secure, and we encourage you to use a strong password and keep your credentials private.
Rena is strictly for users aged 18 and above. We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18. If we discover an underage account, we will immediately delete it. If you believe an underage user has signed up, please report it to eyavictor35@gmail.com.
We may update this privacy policy as the app grows. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through the app. Continued use of Rena after changes means you accept the updated policy.
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data:
We aim to respond within 48 hours.