Privacy Policy – TempelChat
Effective Date: August 1st, 2025
Thank you for using TempelChat! Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our services.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Personal Information
When you sign up or use TempelChat, we may collect:
- Name or username
- Email address
- Phone number
- Profile picture
1.2 Usage Information
We collect data about how you use the app, such as:
- Messages sent and received (end-to-end encrypted if applicable)
- Contacts or connections
- Frequency and duration of usage
- Preferences and app settings
1.3 Device Information
We may collect:
- Device type, OS, and version
- IP address
- Device identifiers
- Crash logs and diagnostic data
2. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and improve the TempelChat service
- Enable secure messaging and group conversations
- Personalize your user experience
- Monitor system performance and detect issues
- Respond to inquiries or customer support requests
- Communicate important updates or changes
3. How We Protect Your Data
- Data encryption (at rest and in transit)
- End-to-end encryption for messages (if implemented)
- Firewalls and secure servers
- Limited access to personal data by authorized personnel only
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share information only:
- With trusted third-party service providers under strict confidentiality agreements (e.g., cloud storage, analytics)
- If required by law or legal process
- To protect the safety or rights of TempelChat users or the public
5. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access and review your data
- Request corrections or deletions
- Withdraw consent to data processing
- Opt out of non-essential communications
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at Support@TempelChat.com.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
7. Children’s Privacy
TempelChat is not intended for users under the age of 13 (or equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect data from children without verifiable parental consent.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or in-app notification. Continued use of the service after changes means you accept the updated policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: