Privacy Policies  for Self Chat 

Self Chat is a private, personal journaling and storage app designed for individual use. Your data is intended to remain personal and under your control.

2. Information We Collect

a. Information You Provide

• Text notes, journal entries, and messages

• Photos, videos, and files you upload

• Voice recordings

• Categories and custom labels

b. Device Information

• Device type and operating system

• App version

• Anonymous usage data (for performance and improvements)

c. Optional Information

If enabled by you:

• Cloud backup data

• Notification preferences

• Biometric authentication settings (stored locally on your device)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

• Provide and maintain app functionality

• Sync your data across devices (if cloud backup is enabled)

• Improve app performance and user experience

• Send reminders and notifications (if enabled)

• Display advertisements (if ads are enabled in the app) 

We do NOT sell, rent, or trade your personal data.

4. Data Storage and Security

• Your data is stored locally on your device by default.

• If you enable cloud backup, your data is securely stored using encrypted cloud services.

• We use industry-standard security measures to protect your data.

• Biometric and passcode locks are handled by your device’s secure system.

5. Data Sharing

We do not share your personal data with third parties except:

• When required by law

• To provide essential services (e.g., cloud storage providers)

All third-party services are required to maintain strict confidentiality and security.

6. Your Rights and Control

You have full control over your data:

• Access, edit, or delete your content anytime

• Export your data (PDF or ZIP)

• Disable cloud backup at any time

• Delete your account and all associated data

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide the service. If you delete your data or uninstall the app, your local data is removed. Cloud data will be deleted upon your request or account deletion.

8. Children’s Privacy

Self Chat is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be notified within the app or via updates.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

samadan373@gmail.com

11. Consent

By using Self Chat, you agree to this Privacy Policy.