This analysis describes what Grindr's agreement states, permits, or reserves. It does not constitute a legal determination about enforceability. Regulatory applicability and practical outcomes may vary by jurisdiction, enforcement context, and individual circumstances. Read our methodology
An active account means Grindr retains the associated data indefinitely with no automatic expiry, regardless of how long ago the data was created.
Interpretive note: The word 'generally' introduces a qualifier suggesting exceptions may exist, but no exceptions are stated in the excerpt. This is noted but cannot be elaborated upon.
As long as a reader's account stays open, Grindr is permitted to retain all data the reader has provided or that has been generated from the reader's activity.
How other platforms handle this
your measurement data regarding your sleep, readiness, and activity is stored only so long as your Oura account is active.
in the course of providing the Services, we may create, collect and/or maintain de-personalized information, which we may retain indefinitely.
We keep some data until you delete your Google Account, such as information about how often you use Gemini Apps.
"Grindr generally retains data provided by users...and data generated from users...for as long as your account is active.Excerpt from Grindr's Privacy Policy
Get the research letter
Companies change their terms quietly. We read every version and catch what actually changed. One email a week on the changes that matter and what they mean.
An active account means Grindr retains the associated data indefinitely with no automatic expiry, regardless of how long ago the data was created.
As long as a reader's account stays open, Grindr is permitted to retain all data the reader has provided or that has been generated from the reader's activity.
ConductAtlas has identified this type of provision across 275 platforms. See the full comparison.
No. ConductAtlas is an independent monitoring service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Grindr.