Age and identity checks
Selfie liveness and age verification are used to reduce fake profiles and improve trust signals.
Safety & Privacy
Safety and privacy are built into Orbit at every layer.
Orbit combines verification, moderation, emergency response tooling, and user privacy controls so people can focus on real connections with clearer protections.
Verification moderation queue
Admin review workflows help resolve edge cases and enforce standards when automated checks are not enough.
In-app report and block tools
People can report and block from both Discover and Chat flows with context-rich safety reasons.
Meetup emergency alerts
Optional emergency safety features can notify stored emergency contacts during critical situations.
Rate-limited abuse protection
Dedicated backend throttling helps limit suspicious activity and reduce abuse at the platform level.
Privacy-first data controls
Export and deletion workflows, plus visibility settings, give people direct control over account data.
Recent Updates
New safety and privacy features recently added
Recent releases focused on faster incident handling, stronger moderation tooling, and better user control.
1
Expanded chat safety menu
Chat now includes report, block, and delete actions with clearer report reasons for Trust and Safety review.
2
Discover quick-safety actions
Profiles can be reported or blocked directly in discovery, reducing friction when issues appear mid-browse.
3
Emergency alert delivery flow
Emergency alert services now support direct notifications to configured emergency contacts.
4
Admin list-and-resolve endpoints
Moderation workflows gained dedicated queue listing and resolution paths for more consistent operations.
5
Data export and delete tools
Users can request a downloadable data archive and trigger account deletion through dedicated function flows.
6
More privacy flexibility
Visibility controls, hibernate mode, and anonymous browsing (Platinum) offer stronger privacy choices.
Privacy controls in detail
Where each control lives and what it protects.
| Control | How it works | Why it matters |
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Online status
Turn visible presence on or off.
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Managed in settings privacy controls. | Reduces unwanted attention during active sessions. |
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Distance visibility
Control whether distance details are shown.
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Adjustable in profile privacy preferences. | Limits location detail exposure while matching. |
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Hibernate mode
Pause discoverability without deleting the account.
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Available in account/privacy settings. | Lets people step back safely and return later. |
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Anonymous mode (Platinum)
Browse with reduced profile exposure.
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Enabled through premium features. | Adds discretion during discovery. |
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Export my data
Request a downloadable archive.
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Handled via dedicated export flow. | Supports transparency and data portability. |
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Delete account
Request account and associated data deletion.
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Handled via dedicated deletion flow. | Supports lifecycle control and user choice. |
How Enforcement Works
Trust and Safety operations in practice
"Reports are captured with reason context from chat and discover flows for quicker triage."
Signal intake
"Verification workflows can be escalated to admin queue review for final moderation decisions."
Human review
"Rate limits and backend controls help reduce abuse and protect platform reliability."
Abuse prevention
"Safety tools reduce risk but cannot guarantee outcomes in every offline meetup scenario."
Real-world reminder
FAQ
Common safety and privacy questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about verification data, account costs, and privacy controls.
Is Orbit free to use?
Yes. Core Orbit features are available at no cost. Optional paid tiers (Premium and Platinum) unlock additional features, but a free experience is available.
How long do you keep selfie and liveness verification data?
Retention depends on operational, legal, and safety needs. Orbit keeps data for as long as needed to run the service, prevent fraud, and meet legal obligations. Retention periods vary by data type and risk.
What happens to verification data when I delete my account?
After deletion requests, data is removed or de-identified, subject to legal, safety, fraud-prevention, and backup retention requirements.
Do you sell my personal data?
Orbit states that it does not sell user data. You can review full data-handling details in the Privacy Policy.
Who can access reports and safety review information?
Safety reports and moderation records are handled through controlled trust and safety workflows with restricted access and logging.
What should I do if I feel unsafe in chat or while matching?
Use in-app safety actions immediately, including report and block. For urgent real-world concerns, use emergency services in your area and your personal safety network.
Can I download a copy of my data?
Yes. Orbit provides a data export flow so users can request a downloadable archive of account-related data.
Is Orbit only for adults?
Yes. Orbit is intended for people 18 and older and uses verification and policy enforcement workflows to support that requirement.
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