Privacy Policy for ChatOffline

Effective date: 30 June 2024

Introduction

Welcome to ChatOffline. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share your personal data when you use our mobile application and website.

Data Collection

ChatOffline collects the following types of information:

• Username: Used to identify you within the app and stored using iCloud.
• Device Information: Basic information about your device for the purpose of connecting with nearby devices (e.g., device name).

Data Usage

We use the collected data for various purposes:

• To provide and maintain our service.
• To notify you about changes to our service.
• To provide customer support.
• To monitor the usage of our service.

Data Sharing

We may share your personal data with third parties in the following situations:

• With your consent.
• For legal reasons.
• To protect and defend our rights and property.
• To prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the service.

User Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

• The right to access and update your data.
• The right to request the deletion of your data.
• The right to withdraw consent.
• The right to data portability.

Data Security

We take the security of your data seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Use of Technologies

ChatOffline uses various technologies to ensure seamless communication and data transfer:

• Multipeer Connectivity: To connect and communicate with nearby devices.
• Core Bluetooth: To facilitate device discovery and communication.
• CloudKit: To store usernames in the cloud.
• Push Notifications: To notify users of new messages and updates.

Security of Messages

Please note that messages exchanged through ChatOffline are transmitted locally between devices and are not stored on any server. Because anyone with the app who is nearby can join the chat, messages can be seen by those who connect. Therefore, messages should not be considered secure. Users should not share sensitive information through ChatOffline.

Third-Party Services

We may employ third-party companies and individuals due to the following reasons:

• To facilitate our service.
• To provide the service on our behalf.
• To perform service-related services.
• To assist us in analyzing how our service is used.

Disclaimer of Liability

ChatOffline is provided "as is" without any warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. We do not take any responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information provided through our app. Use of the app is at your own risk, and we are not liable for any damages resulting from the use of the app.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at post@chatoffline.no.