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Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 23, 2025

Introduction

Talks ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using Talks, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your username, email address (optional), and password. We do NOT require or collect your phone number.
  • Profile Information: You may optionally provide a profile picture and display name.
  • Messages: We process your messages to deliver them to recipients. Messages are encrypted end-to-end.

Information Collected Automatically

  • Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers for push notifications.
  • Usage Data: App features used, crash reports, and performance data to improve our services.
  • Log Data: IP address, access times, and app activity for security purposes.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our services
  • Process and deliver your messages
  • Send push notifications for new messages
  • Respond to your requests and support inquiries
  • Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues
  • Comply with legal obligations

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

  • Encryption: All messages are encrypted end-to-end. Only you and your recipients can read them.
  • Secure Storage: Your data is stored on secure servers with encryption at rest.
  • Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can access your data.
  • Regular Audits: We regularly review our security practices.

Data Sharing

We do NOT sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information.
  • Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics).
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety.

Third-Party Services

Our app may use third-party services that collect information:

  • Analytics: To understand app usage and improve performance.
  • Advertising: Non-premium users may see ads. Advertisers may collect device identifiers for ad targeting.
  • Push Notifications: We use Apple Push Notification Service (APNs) and Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM).

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data.
  • Portability: Request your data in a portable format.
  • Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications and personalized ads.

To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@ataforge.com.

Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can delete your account at any time through the app settings. Upon deletion, we will remove your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

Children's Privacy

Talks is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete it immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy in the app and updating the "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of Talks after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: