Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 17, 2026
Your Privacy Matters
At ohonlychat.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we handle your information when you use our anonymous chat platform.
1. Information We Collect
a) Minimal Information
We collect minimal information to provide our service:
- IP Address: Temporarily for connection establishment and abuse prevention
- Browser Data: User agent, screen resolution for optimal experience
- Country: Inferred from IP for matching preferences
- Language: Browser language settings for localization
b) No Personal Identification
We do NOT collect: names, email addresses, phone numbers, social media profiles, or any personally identifiable information (PII).
c) No Account Required
Our service is completely anonymous. No registration, no profiles, no tracking across sessions.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the limited information we collect solely to:
- Establish and maintain chat connections
- Match you with partners based on your preferences
- Prevent abuse, spam, and malicious behavior
- Improve service performance and user experience
- Display accurate online user counts
- Comply with legal obligations
We never: sell your data, show personalized ads, track you across websites, or create behavioral profiles.
3. Data Storage & Retention
a) Chat Messages
Your chat messages are:
- NOT stored permanently on our servers
- Transmitted directly between participants via WebRTC
- Temporarily buffered only for active session delivery
- Automatically deleted after chat ends
b) Connection Logs
Temporary connection logs are retained for up to 24 hours for abuse prevention and security purposes, then automatically deleted.
c) Cookies & Local Storage
We use essential cookies and local storage for:
- Age verification consent (required)
- Theme preference (dark/light mode)
- Chat preferences (country, mode)
4. No Third-Party Sharing
We do NOT sell, rent, or share your information with third parties for:
- Marketing purposes
- Advertising targeting
- Data analytics
- Any commercial purpose
Exception: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to prevent imminent harm.
5. Your Rights
Because we don't collect personal data, traditional privacy rights like access, deletion, and portability don't apply. However, you have the right to:
- Opt out: Simply close your browser - no data remains
- Clear cookies: Remove local preferences via browser settings
- Report concerns: Contact us about privacy issues
6. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures:
- End-to-end encryption for video and voice calls (WebRTC)
- HTTPS/TLS encryption for all data transmission
- No permanent storage of chat content
- Regular security audits and updates
- Rate limiting and abuse prevention systems
7. Children's Privacy
ohonlychat.com is strictly for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. Parents and guardians are responsible for supervising their children's internet use.
If we become aware of underage users, we will take immediate action to terminate their access and remove any related data.
8. International Data Transfers
Our service connects users globally. Your data may be processed in countries other than your own. By using ohonlychat.com, you consent to such transfers, which will always be handled securely and in accordance with this policy.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Significant changes will be:
- Posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
- Displayed prominently on the homepage
- Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance
10. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions, concerns, or requests:
- • Visit our Contact page
- • Email: privacy@ohonlychat.com
We will respond to legitimate inquiries within 30 days.