Privacy policy

This Privacy Policy outlines the practices of Chatoshi Browser ("Chatoshi" "we", "us" or "our") regarding the collection, use, and sharing of personal data obtained through our digital platforms, including our website, social media, marketing activities, webinars, conferences, and other activities linked to this Privacy Policy (collectively, the "Service").

1. Personal Data We Collect

Personal data you may provide to us through the Service includes:

Communications exchanged with us, such as when you contact us for inquiries, feedback, or assistance, including communications via social media platforms (e.g., Telegram). Other data you may voluntarily provide to us, which will be used as described in this Privacy Policy or as specified at the time of collection.

1.2. Data Obtained from Third Parties

We may receive your personal data from publicly available sources, data providers, or other third parties. This information is combined with the data we collect directly to enhance our services.

1.3. Automatically Collected Data

Our service providers and business partners may automatically collect information regarding your devices and interactions with the Service over time, including:

Device Information: Operating system type and version, device manufacturer and model, browser type, screen resolution, unique device identifiers (e.g., IP address), language settings, and general location (e.g., city or country). Online Activity: Pages viewed, time spent on pages, navigation paths, and interactions with our content, such as whether emails were opened or links clicked.

2. How We Use Your Personal Data

We process your personal data for the following purposes, or as specified at the time of collection:

a) Service Delivery;

b) To provide, maintain, and improve the Service;

c) To communicate with you, including providing updates, security alerts, and administrative messages;

d) To personalise your experience based on your preferences; and

e) To respond to your inquiries and provide support.

f) Research and Development

g) To enhance and improve our services and business strategies through research and analysis;

h) To anonymise or aggregate data to remove personally identifiable details for analytical purposes;

i) Compliance and Protection;

j) To comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests, and safeguard rights and property;

k) To monitor compliance with internal policies and regulatory frameworks; and

l) To prevent, detect, and investigate fraudulent, harmful, or illegal activities.

3. Sharing of Personal Data

Your personal data may be shared with the following entities:

a) Service Providers: Companies assisting with hosting, analytics, IT support, marketing, and other operational services.

b) Public Records (Blockchain): Any transaction executed using the Service may be publicly recorded on the blockchain, ensuring transparency.

c) Authorities: Government entities or private parties when legally required or to protect our legal interests.

d) Business Partners: Entities involved in mergers, acquisitions, or similar transactions.

4. Your Rights and Choices

You may have the following rights under applicable laws:

a) Access and Correction: Request access to or correction of the data we hold about you.

b) Withdrawal of Consent: Revoke consent for data processing where applicable.

c) Opt-Out: Manage cookie preferences and opt out of certain data uses or marketing communications.

5. Other Sites and Services

Our Service may contain links to external websites or third-party integrations. These external entities operate under their respective privacy policies, and we are not liable for their actions or content.

6. Data Security

We employ technical and organisational measures to safeguard your personal data. However, no system can guarantee absolute security, and we urge you to use caution when sharing information online.

7. International Data Transfers

Data may be processed or stored in countries outside your own, including regions where data protection standards may differ. We are headquartered in the European Union and may use service providers that operate in other countries. Your personal information may be transferred to the European Union or other locations where privacy laws may not be as protective as those in your state, province, or country. By using our Service, you consent to such data transfers.

8. Children

Our Service is not directed at individuals under 13 years of age. If we learn that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 13 without appropriate consent, we will delete it promptly.

9. Your Rights Under European Law

If you are based in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights, including:

a) The right to data portability;

b) The right to object to processing for direct marketing; and

c) The right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

10. Your California Privacy Rights

California residents are entitled to ask us for a notice identifying the categories of personal information which we share with third parties for marketing purposes, and providing contact information for such third parties. If you are a California resident and would like a copy of this notice, please submit a written request to us via email at [email protected]. You must put the statement "Your California Privacy Rights" in your request and include your name, street address, city, state, and ZIP code. We are not responsible for notices that are not labeled or sent properly, or do not have complete information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any material changes will be communicated through the Service or via other reasonable means. Continued use of the Service following updates signifies your acceptance of the revised terms.

12. Contact Us

For any inquiries or requests concerning this Privacy Policy, please contact us via email at [email protected].