Chatty Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 18th, 2021

This privacy policy (this "Policy") describes the collection of data and personal information by Chatty (the "Application"), or ChattyLabs, Inc. (the "Company", "Owner", "we", or "us") from users of our web site at www.chattylabs.com (the "Website"), the mobile app Chatty (the "App"), as well as all related applications, widgets, software, tools, and other services provided by us and on which a link to this Policy is displayed (collectively, together with the Website, our "Services"). This Policy also describes our use and disclosure of such information. By using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information in accordance with this Policy.

The Policy

Chatty does not distribute or share any sensible or identifiable information to any third party company.

Chatty may collect some anonymous information to track analytics to improve user experience.

Chatty may collect some device location data in order to provide related functionality.

Chatty never stores outside the App any data, messages, contacts or any other information of the User or of their phones.

This Privacy Policy governs the manner in which Chatty collects, uses, maintains and discloses information collected from users (each, a "User") of Chatty.

Types of Data collected

Among the types of Personal Data that Chatty collects, by itself or through third parties, there are: Precise location permission (non-continuous); Approximate location permission (non-continuous); Microphone permission; Storage permission.

Complete details on each type of Personal Data collected are provided in the dedicated sections of this privacy policy or by specific explanation texts displayed prior to the Data collection. Personal Data may be freely provided by the User, or, in case of Usage Data, collected automatically when using Chatty.

Users who are uncertain about which Personal Data is mandatory are welcome to contact us.

Users are responsible for any third-party Personal Data obtained, published or shared through Chatty and confirm that they have the third party's consent to provide the Data to the Owner.

Personal identification information

We may collect personal identification information from Users in a variety of ways in connection with activities, services, features or resources we make available on Chatty. Users may visit Chatty anonymously. We will collect personal identification information from Users only if they voluntarily submit such information to us. Users can always refuse to supply personally identification information, except that it may prevent them from engaging in certain App related activities.

Non-personal identification information

We may collect non-personal identification information about Users whenever they interact with Chatty. Non-personal identification information may include the phone specs, the type of the device and technical information about Users means of connection to Chatty, such as the operating system and the Internet service providers utilised and other similar information.

Cookies

Chatty might use "cookies" to enhance User experience. Users web browser places cookies on their hard drive for record-keeping purposes and sometimes to track information about them. User may choose to set their web browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If they do so, note that some parts of Chatty may not function properly. In any case Chatty itself do not store any cookie, but a third party service might though.

How we use collected information

Chatty may collect and use Users personal information for the following purposes:

How we protect your information

We might adopt appropriate data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures to protect against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction of your personal information, username, password, transaction information and data stored on Chatty.

Sharing your personal information

We do not sell, trade, or rent Users personal identification information to others. We may share generic aggregated demographic information not linked to any personal identification information regarding visitors and users with our business partners, trusted affiliates and advertisers for the purposes outlined above.

We may share or sell information with third parties for marketing or other purposes.

Third party apps

Users may find advertising or other content on Chatty that link to the sites and services of our partners, suppliers, advertisers, sponsors, licensors and other third parties. We do not control the content or links that appear on these sites and are not responsible for the practices employed by websites linked to or from Chatty. In addition, these sites or services, including their content and links, may be constantly changing. These sites and services may have their own privacy policies and customer service policies. Browsing and interaction on any other website, including websites which have a link to our Site, is subject to that website's own terms and policies.

Changes to this privacy policy

Chatty has the discretion to update this privacy policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the updated date at the top of this page. We encourage Users to frequently check this page for any changes to stay informed about how we are helping to protect the personal information we collect. You acknowledge and agree that it is your responsibility to review this privacy policy periodically and become aware of modifications.

Device permissions for Personal Data access

Depending on the User's specific device, Chatty may request certain permissions that allow it to access the User's device Data as described below.

By default, these permissions must be granted by the User before the respective information can be accessed. Once the permission has been given, it can be revoked by the User at any time. In order to revoke these permissions, Users may refer to the device settings or contact the Owner for support at the contact details provided in the present document. The exact procedure for controlling app permissions may be dependent on the User's device and software.

Please note that the revoking of such permissions might impact the proper functioning of Chatty.

If User grants any of the permissions listed below, the respective Personal Data may be processed (i.e accessed to, modified or removed) by Chatty.

Approximate location permission (non-continuous)

Used for accessing the User's approximate device location. Chatty may collect, use, and share User location Data in order to provide location-based services. The geographic location of the User is determined in a manner that isn't continuous. This means that it is impossible for Chatty to derive the approximate position of the User on a continuous basis.

Microphone permission

Allows accessing and recording microphone audio from the User's device.

Precise location permission (non-continuous)

Used for accessing the User's precise device location. Chatty may collect, use, and share User location Data in order to provide location-based services. The geographic location of the User is determined in a manner that isn't continuous. This means that it is impossible for Chatty to derive the exact position of the User on a continuous basis.

Storage permission

Used for accessing shared external storage, including the reading and adding of any items.

Your acceptance of these terms

By using this App, you signify your acceptance of this policy. If you do not agree to this policy, please do not use Chatty. Your continued use of Chatty following the posting of changes to this policy will be deemed your acceptance of those changes.

Contacting us

If you have any questions or comments about this Policy, please contact us using the following contact information:

ChattyLabs, Inc.
23 Skylines Village
London, UK E14 9TS
hello@chattylabs.com