Glim Chat Privacy Policy
Effective Date: October 26, 2024
This Privacy Policy describes how Glim Chat ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you use our mobile application ("Glim Chat" or "the App").
By using Glim Chat, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Information You Provide:
Account Information: When you create an account with Glim Chat, we collect your name, email address, phone number, and password.
Profile Information: You can choose to provide additional information for your profile, such as a profile picture, bio, and other personal details.
Communications: We collect the content of your messages, voice calls, video calls, and any files you share within the App.
1.2 Information We Collect Automatically:
Device Information: We collect information about your device, such as the operating system, hardware model, device ID, IP address, and other unique identifiers.
Usage Data: We collect information about how you use Glim Chat, including the features you use, the groups you join, the contacts you interact with, and the time and duration of your activities.
Location Information: We collect your precise location information when you enable location services for Glim Chat. This information is used to enhance your experience by allowing you to share your location with contacts and discover nearby users (if you choose to enable these features).
1.3 Information from Third Parties:
We may receive information about you from third parties, such as social media platforms, if you choose to connect your accounts with Glim Chat.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To provide and improve Glim Chat: We use your information to provide you with the core functionalities of Glim Chat, such as messaging, voice and video calling, and group chats. We also use your information to improve the App's performance, reliability, and security.
To personalize your experience: We use your information to personalize your experience, such as suggesting contacts, groups, and features that you might be interested in.
To communicate with you: We use your information to send you notifications, updates, and other important information about Glim Chat.
To enforce our terms and policies: We use your information to enforce our Terms of Service and other policies.
To protect our rights and the rights of others: We use your information to protect our rights, property, and safety, as well as the rights, property, and safety of our users and others.
To comply with legal obligations: We may use your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations.
3. Location Data
Purpose of Collection: Location data is collected to facilitate features within Glim Chat that are enhanced by your location. This includes (but is not limited to) sharing your location with contacts, discovering nearby users, and improving location-based services.
User Control: You can enable or disable location services for Glim Chat in your device settings at any time. If you choose to disable location services, some features of the App may be limited.
Data Sharing: We do not share your precise location data with third parties for advertising or other commercial purposes. We may share your location data with trusted service providers who assist us in operating the App and providing location-based services.
4. How We Share Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
With your consent: We will share your information with third parties if you give us your consent to do so.
With service providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as data analytics, customer support, and marketing.
For legal reasons: We may share your information if we believe that doing so is required by law, regulation, or legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of ourselves, our users, or others.
In connection with a merger or acquisition: If Glim Chat is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of its assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. Your Privacy Choices
Account Information: You can access and update your account information by logging into your Glim Chat account.
Location Services: You can enable or disable location services for Glim Chat in your device settings.
Notifications: You can manage your notification preferences within the App settings.
Account Deletion: You can delete your Glim Chat account at any time.
6. Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
7. Children's Privacy
Glim Chat is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Effective Date" at the top of the policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our information practices.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: contact@glim.chat