Once Upon a Match Gen X Edition

Hello Gen XThis is a new, curated space designed for Gen X people, by a Gen X person. A place where you can quietly and intentionally connect with people who understand you.Anyone Gen X is welcome (Years 1965-1980) to submit an ad.How It WorksA modern twist on the classic personal ads:Step 1: Submit Your Personal Ad
Write a short ad via the form about yourself—who you are, what you love, and what kind of connection you’re seeking (friendship or romance) your words will help others find you. You can submit a Regular Ad where you provide your contact details or a Premium Ad where I forward responses to you. (During Promo, it's the Regular Ad option)Step 2: Browse & Respond
Each monthly edition will feature a collection of personal ads. If you see one that resonates, you can reply directly via the contact info provided. Craft a thoughtful and interesting initial communication to elicit a response.Step 3: Let Connections Happen Naturally
No algorithms, no swiping—just thoughtful, old-fashioned classifieds. Take your time, send a message, and see where it leads.Each month I will produce a 'newspaper' in PDF format and upload it to the site. You can view online or print it out and peruse the listings.

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Terms & ConditionsWelcome to Once Upon a Match! By using this website and submitting or responding to personal ads, you agree to the following terms:Once Upon A Match website platform is a personals posting service for Gen X people. We do not verify users or facilitate direct communication. By submitting or responding to an ad, you agree that you are solely responsible for your interactions and will exercise caution. We are not liable for any outcomes resulting from connections made through this platform.Privacy PolicyWe collect only the information necessary to publish your personal ad. Your data is not shared or sold. If you wish to remove your ad, contact us via the contact form. Ads remain live for one calendar month unless otherwise requested.1. What Information We Collect
When submitting a personal ad, we collect:
Name (or pseudonym), Email address (for admin use only), Personal ad text
If you sign up for our newsletter, we collect your email address.2. How We Use Your Information
Personal ads are published publicly, but your email is never displayed unless you provide it in the contact details section of the submitted form.
We do not sell, share, or distribute user data.
We may use your email to contact you about your ad or send newsletters (if opted in).3. How Long We Keep Your Data
Ads remain visible for one calendar month unless requested for removal.
Email addresses from submissions are deleted after 90 days unless subscribed to our newsletter.4. How to Remove Your Data
To remove your ad or request data deletion please use the Contact Form.5. Security Measures
We use secure payment processing (Stripe/PayPal) to handle transactions.
We do not store payment details on our site.Submissions GuidelinesYou must be Gen X (Born 1965-1980) to submit or respond to ads. Once Upon A Match is a grown up and decent personals space. Ads should be respectful, appropriate, and focused on meaningful connections. We do not allow offensive content, explicit language, or solicitations. All ads are manually reviewed before publishing. If an ad is deemed unsuitable, you will be refunded and you will not be allowed to submit again.User Safety GuidelinesUse throwaway email addresses or the premium gatekeeping service when submitting an ad.Payment Security & Refund PolicyAd submissions are final once published. If an ad is declined, a refund will be issued. Users may request minor edits within 24 hours of posting.Limited Liability for In-Person Meet upsWe encourage safe interactions. If meeting someone from Once Upon a Match, choose a public place, inform a friend, and trust your instincts. We do not verify users and assume no responsibility for interactions. We do not conduct background checks and assume no liability for user interactions.Community ReportingWhilst best efforts are made when manually reviewing each ad, if you suspect scam or spam activity, please let us know. We take safety seriously and reserve the right to remove ads that violate our guidelines.