Summary: We prioritize your anonymity. We do not store the content of your messages on our servers after the session ends. We process your data solely to connect you with other users and maintain platform safety.
1. Information We Collect
- Connection Data: We may temporarily log IP addresses, browser type, and device information to prevent spam, abuse, and to ensure technical stability.
- Device Fingerprinting: We utilize advanced device recognition technology (Fingerprinting) to identify unique devices. This allows us to enforce community safety bans and prevent abuse even if cookies/local storage are cleared. This identifier is pseudonymized and used strictly for safety enforcement.
- Usage Data: We collect anonymous metrics on active users, session duration, and feature usage to improve the platform.
- Local Storage: We use your browser's local storage to save your user profile preferences (username, gender, age) so you don't have to re-enter them. This data stays on your device.
2. Message Handling
Messages sent through StrangerBase are transient.
- Guest Chats: Automatically deleted from our servers after 24 hours.
- User Chats: Retained for 30 days to facilitate safety reports, then permanently deleted.
We do not maintain a permanent historical archive beyond these periods stated above. Automated systems may temporarily monitor content for illegal material (e.g., CSAM).3. Disclosure to Third Parties
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal identification information to others. We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to:
- Comply with a legal obligation (e.g., court order).
- Protect and defend the rights or property of StrangerBase.
- Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service.
- Protect the personal safety of users of the Service or the public.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your data. However, please be aware that no transmission of data over the internet is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of any information you transmit to us.