Privacy Policy

Welcome to StrangerTalk! Your privacy is our top priority. We are committed to protecting your personal information and ensuring a safe online chat experience. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your data while using our services.

1. Data Collection & Anonymity

StrangerTalk is designed for anonymous chatting. We do not require user registration, meaning we do not collect personally identifiable information such as names, phone numbers, or email addresses.

However, we may collect limited non-personal data such as:

• Device type and browser information
• IP address (for security purposes only, not stored permanently)
• Chat interaction data (to improve user experience but not stored)

2. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

StrangerTalk uses cookies and third-party tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality.
• Performance Cookies: Help us analyze site traffic and improve services.
• Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense to serve relevant ads.

3. Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising

We display ads through Google AdSense, which may use cookies to personalize ad content based on your interactions. Google may collect information such as:

• Browsing behavior across websites
• General location (IP-based, not precise)
• Device and browser data

4. GDPR & CCPA Compliance

StrangerTalk complies with GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) guidelines. As a user, you have the following rights:

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your stored data.
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of any stored data.
• Right to Opt-Out: Disable targeted advertising via cookie settings.

To exercise your rights, please contact us via our contact page.

5. Security & Data Protection

We prioritize the security of your data. StrangerTalk employs the following measures:

• Encrypted communication to prevent unauthorized access.
• Regular security audits to identify potential vulnerabilities.
• No storage of personal chat logs to maintain anonymity.

6. Third-Party Links & External Sites

StrangerTalk may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Modified" date. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of any modifications.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please reach out via our contact page.