⚡ Quick Summary
✓We do NOT store your personal data on our servers
✓No account or login required
✓Data is stored locally on your device
✓We do NOT access your contacts
✓Third-party ads (AdMob) may collect limited data
1. Introduction
Welcome to DirectChat. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our Android application.
This app allows you to open WhatsApp chats without saving contacts.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Phone numbers you enter
- Optional message text
- Country code preference
This data is stored only on your device.
2.2 Information Collected by Third Parties
We do not collect personal data ourselves. However, third-party services like Google AdMob may collect certain information automatically.
- Advertising ID
- Device information
- IP address
- Approximate location
- App interaction data
3. How We Use Information
- Open WhatsApp chat via wa.me link
- Store history locally for user convenience
- Display ads via Google AdMob
4. Data Storage
All user-entered data is stored locally on your device and never sent to our servers.
5. Third-Party Services
5.1 WhatsApp
The app redirects you to WhatsApp. WhatsApp handles all communication.
5.2 Google AdMob (Advertising)
This app uses Google AdMob to display ads.
AdMob may collect:
- Advertising ID
- Device details
- IP address
- Usage data
This is used to:
- Show relevant ads
- Improve ad performance
- Prevent fraud
You can opt out of personalized ads from your device settings.
Google Privacy Policy:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
In regions like EEA/UK, consent may be requested before showing personalized ads.
6. Permissions
- INTERNET – required to open WhatsApp links and load ads
7. Children's Privacy
This app is not intended for children under 13.
8. Your Control
- Delete history anytime
- Uninstall app to remove all data
9. Security
All data remains inside your device sandbox.
10. Changes
We may update this policy. Changes will be reflected here.
11. Legal Compliance
- Google Play Policies
- GDPR
- CCPA
- India IT Act
12. Contact
Email: braindriverdevelopment@gmail.com