AdultFriendFinder vs. hookup apps: How their privacy policies compare

Whenever you sign up for any dating apps and websites, it's worth remembering the sheer amount of data they're collecting from you.

It's just the name of the online dating game.

You have to hand over all kinds of personal details, such as your name, age, location, and, in some cases, your salary level.

Hell, you even tell them what turns you on, something you probably wouldn't tell your closest friends.

For you and your potential matches, these are just rudimentary "personal details" — the admin you have to input before you get free rein on the app — but to the companies behind these sites and apps, it's highly valuable information.

They can use this information to serve you tailored ads or even sell it on to third-party data collection companies.

If you value your privacy — and you really should — or if you just want to do your due diligence before you commit time and money to an app, it's worth knowing its privacy policy and what the app does (or doesn't do) to protect your information.

It's a thorny subject, and it's easy to get blindsided by jargon, so we've put together a quick overview of the data protection policies of some of the most popular hookup apps : Opens in a new window Credit: AdultFriendFinder AdultFriendFinder Learn More AdultFriendFinder privacy policy AdultFriendFinder is a standout in the world of hookup apps and sites, largely because it allows members to post nude photographs and videos.

Indeed, AFF actively encourages it.

That's kind of the point of the site, which is packed with nudity from top to bottom.

That adds an extra layer of concern regarding privacy.

You want to be sure that AFF's privacy policy is both transparent and robust.

Thankfully, the folks at AFF are unequivocal about what they won't do with your private information: "We DO NOT sell, rent, or give any personally identifiable information about you to any third party without your permission." SEE ALSO: The best hookup apps for 2026: I swiped until my thumb hurt There is a small caveat, however.

Remember that if you log in to AFF via a third-party authorization platform — something like Facebook or Google, for instance — those companies will have access to your profile name, email address, and profile photo.