Privacy Policy

• Account data: email, username, and a hashed password.
• Messages: content you submit or receive via your inbox.
• Usage & device: IP address, browser/device, logs for security.
• Cookies: session cookies for authentication and preferences.

• Operate, maintain, and improve ShadowTalk.
• Keep accounts secure and prevent abuse/spam.
• Provide support and essential service communications.
• Analyze usage (aggregated/limited) to improve features.

We use cookies for secure sign-in, session persistence, and preferences. You can control cookies in your browser, but disabling them may break core functionality (like staying logged in).

We don’t sell your personal data. We may share limited information with:

• Trusted processors (hosting, analytics, email) under strict agreements.
• Authorities if required by law or to protect safety and rights.

We keep data only as long as needed to provide the Service or comply with law. You can delete messages or your account; residual backups may persist briefly for safety and recovery.

We use encryption in transit, hardened infrastructure, access controls, and monitoring. No method is perfectly secure; please use a strong password and keep it private.

If you access ShadowTalk from outside our hosting region, your data may be processed there. We apply safeguards and standard contractual measures where applicable.

• Access, update, or delete your account and messages.
• Export your data upon request.
• Opt out of non-essential communications.
• Disable cookies in your browser (may impact login/session).