Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 24, 2026

Welcome to HowsChat ("we", "our", "us"), operated through howschat.com. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency regarding how your information is collected, used, and protected.

1. Information We Collect

When you use HowsChat, we may collect:

• Name and profile information.
• Email address or phone number.
• Messages and content shared through the platform.
• Device information and IP address.
• Usage statistics and analytics.
• Cookies and similar technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and maintain HowsChat services.
• Verify user accounts and improve security.
• Improve user experience and platform features.
• Respond to customer support requests.
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and illegal activities.
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations.

3. Message Privacy

We value private communication. Messages are stored and processed only to provide the service. We do not sell personal conversations to third parties. Users should avoid sharing highly sensitive information through any online platform.

4. Cookies

HowsChat uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience, maintain sessions, and analyze website traffic.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell personal data. Information may be shared only:

• With service providers supporting our operations.
• When required by law or legal process.
• To protect our rights, users, or public safety.
• In case of merger, acquisition, or business transfer.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect user data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. However, no internet-based system is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.

8. Your Rights

Depending on applicable laws, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information.
• Request correction of inaccurate information.
• Request deletion of your account and data.
• Withdraw consent where applicable.
• Object to certain processing activities.

9. Children's Privacy

HowsChat is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Third-Party Services

Our platform may integrate with third-party services such as analytics, cloud hosting, authentication providers, or payment gateways. Their privacy practices are governed by their respective policies.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy and account deletion, please contact:

HowsChat
Website: https://howschat.com
Email: support@howschat.com