Privacy Policy

HotChatX · Legal & info

This Privacy Policy explains how HotChatX collects and uses information when you use our chat service.

1. Information we collect

• Account data: username, email (if registered), password hash, optional profile details.
• Usage data: messages you send, rooms you join, login times, IP address, browser type.
• Device data: basic technical info needed for security and sessions.

2. How we use it

• Provide and improve the chat service
• Security, anti-spam, moderation, and abuse prevention
• Show your profile to other users as you configure
• Legal compliance when required

3. Messages & privacy

Public room messages may be visible to other members. Private messages are only between participants and staff when needed for moderation or safety.

4. Cookies & sessions

We use session cookies so you stay logged in. We do not sell personal data to third parties.

5. Data retention

Account and message data is kept while your account is active. Guest accounts inactive for a long period may be removed. Banned accounts may be retained for security.

6. Your choices

• Edit profile and privacy settings in the app
• Request account deletion by contacting us
• Control who can PM you via privacy settings

7. Children

This service is for adults only (18+). We do not knowingly collect data from minors.

8. Changes

We may update this policy. Continued use after changes means you accept the updated policy.

9. Contact

Questions about privacy? See our Contact page.