Bumble's terms are written in a friendly tone but contain restrictive legal clauses that favor the company over the user. Key risks include a mandatory arbitration agreement that prevents you from suing in court and a broad license that lets the company use your photos and data indefinitely. Always remember that deleting the app does not cancel your subscription or delete your account, so you must follow their specific steps to avoid being charged.
Overall Score: 50/100 — ❌ Not Certified
50
out of 100
❌ Not Certified
Dating · Reviewed May 18, 2026
Passing threshold: 75/100 for Certified, 55/100 for Approved
Criteria Breakdown
| Criterion | Score | Pass | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plain Language | 6/10 | ✓ | The text uses conversational headers and attempts to be accessible, but relies heavily on dense legal definitions and cross-references. |
| Data Collection Transparency | 5/10 | ✗ | The terms rely almost entirely on a separate Privacy Policy, providing little detail on data practices within the document itself. |
| No Unauthorized Data Selling | 4/10 | ✗ | The terms grant the company a perpetual, worldwide license to use user content, which is overly broad and lacks clear opt-out mechanisms for third-party sharing. |
| Clear Cancellation Policy | 5/10 | ✗ | Cancellation is clear but fragmented; users must navigate different processes depending on whether they used a third-party store or direct billing. |
| Clear Refund Policy | 4/10 | ✗ | The default policy is 'no refunds,' with exceptions only for specific US states or limited windows for international users, which is restrictive. |
| Auto-Renewal Disclosure | 7/10 | ✓ | Auto-renewal is explicitly mentioned, though it is buried within the text rather than being highlighted in a dedicated summary box. |
| No Hidden Fees | 7/10 | ✓ | Fees are generally disclosed at the point of purchase, though the 'dynamic pricing' model allows for significant variation without clear caps. |
| Right to Delete Account & Data | 6/10 | ✓ | The process is clearly defined, but the distinction between 'deleting the app' and 'deleting the account' is a common trap for users. |
| Fair Dispute Resolution | 2/10 | ✗ | The terms mandate binding arbitration and include a class-action waiver, which severely limits consumer legal rights. |
| Change Notification | 4/10 | ✗ | The company reserves the right to change terms and pricing with minimal or no direct notification to the user. |
Red Flags
- Mandatory binding arbitration and class-action waiver (Section 14) which strips users of their right to sue in court.
- Perpetual, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, edit, and distribute user content without additional compensation.
- Broad 'sole discretion' clause allowing the company to terminate accounts for any reason without notice or refund.
What Bumble Could Improve
- Include a 'Key Terms Summary' box at the top of the agreement that highlights auto-renewal dates, arbitration clauses, and refund rights in plain English.
- Remove the class-action waiver to allow users to participate in collective legal action for systemic issues.
- Implement a clear, standardized notification system for material changes to terms or pricing, rather than relying on users to check the website periodically.
This review was conducted by FairPrint's automated scoring system using the Gemini AI model, applying our 10 consumer-rights criteria. Scores reflect the terms as written at the time of review — May 18, 2026. Companies can apply for official certification at any time.