Privacy Policy for Quicksy Instant Messaging App

Last Updated: 01/18/2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Quicksy, an instant messaging app developed by Daniel Gultsch. This Privacy Policy is designed to inform you about the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information we receive from users of the Quicksy app.

By using Quicksy, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

a. Registration Information:

When you register for Quicksy, we collect your phone number for the purpose of user verification using SMS. We utilize services from Twilio and Vonage for SMS verification.

b. User Data:

Quicksy collects and processes the phone numbers of users as well as contact list information for the purpose of facilitating instant messaging. We do not access or store any additional personal or sensitive user data beyond the phone number and contact list.

c. Text Messages:

Quicksy may collect and process text messages exchanged within the app to facilitate communication between users. The content of text messages is handled securely and is not accessed or shared beyond the intended recipients.

d. Media Content:

Quicksy may collect and process media content, including images, shared within the app for the purpose of facilitating communication and enhancing user experience.

e. Push Notification Information:

We use Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) for push notifications. To enable this feature, we may collect device-specific information, such as device tokens, to deliver notifications.

3. How We Use Your Information

a. SMS Verification:

We use Twilio and Vonage to send SMS messages for user verification during the registration process. Your phone number is used solely for this purpose.

b. Instant Messaging:

Quicksy uses your phone number as a unique identifier for the purpose of facilitating instant messaging between users.

c. Push Notifications:

We use Firebase Cloud Messaging to send push notifications to your device, enhancing your Quicksy experience by keeping you informed about new messages and updates within the app.

4. Data Security and Handling Procedures

Quicksy follows secure data handling procedures to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of your information. We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access or disclosure.

5. Data Sharing

We do not share personal or sensitive user data with any third parties, except as required by law or as necessary to provide the services offered by Quicksy. Your phone number is not disclosed to other Quicksy users unless explicitly shared by you within the app.

6. Data Retention and Deletion Policy

Quicksy retains your phone number for the duration of your use of the app. If you choose to delete your account, your phone number will be permanently deleted from our servers. Device-specific information for push notifications is retained as long as necessary to provide the notification service.

Messages and media content are stored on our servers for a duration of up to 30 days. After this period, the data is permanently deleted from our servers.

7. Upload of Users' Contact List

Quicksy provides a feature that allows users to upload contact list to match with existing users on the platform. This process is solely for the purpose of enhancing the user experience by identifying and connecting with known contacts. We do not store or share the uploaded address book information beyond the scope of this feature.

By using this feature, you consent to Quicksy accessing and processing the contact information you choose to upload. This information is used solely for the purpose of facilitating connections between Quicksy users and is not shared with third parties.

8. Deleting Your Account

Users have the option to delete their account directly from within the Quicksy app. This process will permanently remove your account, including your phone number, from our servers.

9. Privacy Point of Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy or the way we handle your data, please contact us at support@quicksy.im.

10. Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on the Quicksy app or website.

11. Accessibility

This Privacy Policy is accessible on the Quicksy app store listing page and within the app itself. It is also available on our website at https://quicksy.im/privacy.htm.

By using Quicksy, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.

Thank you for choosing Quicksy!