Privacy Policy
Version 1.0· MVP / Proof of Concept
Effective Date: July 2026
Privacy Commitment
At ChatBomb, we believe trust is earned. Protecting your privacy is fundamental to creating a platform where people can confidently connect with others in their local community. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your personal information.
1. Who We Are
ChatBomb is a location-based social platform that enables users to connect with nearby people through time-limited location-based posts known as ChatBombs.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect account information, profile details, email address, encrypted password, date of birth (used to verify you are 18 or over), profile photo, biography, approximate location information, content you create, messages, device information, IP address, browser details and crash reports.
3. How We Collect Information
Information is collected when you create an account, complete your profile, create or respond to a ChatBomb, send messages, upload content, contact support or enable location services.
4. Why We Collect Information
We collect information to operate ChatBomb, authenticate users, display nearby ChatBombs, enable messaging, improve security, investigate abuse, improve our services and comply with Australian law.
5. Location Information
Location is fundamental to ChatBomb. Exact GPS coordinates are never intentionally displayed to other users. Nearby distances may be rounded and approximate areas shown instead of precise locations.
6. How We Use Your Information
Your information may be used to operate your account, personalise your experience, deliver notifications, investigate reports, improve the platform and communicate with you.
7. Sharing Information
We do not sell your personal information. Information may only be shared where required by law, to protect users, investigate criminal activity or with trusted service providers including hosting, authentication, mapping and cloud storage providers.
8. Data Security
We use encrypted connections, secure authentication, restricted access and modern cloud security practices to protect your information. No online service can guarantee absolute security.
9. Account Security
You are responsible for choosing a strong password, keeping it confidential and protecting access to your devices.
10. Messages
Private messages are intended only for the participants involved. Users should never assume any electronic communication is completely immune from unauthorised access.
11. Cookies & Analytics
ChatBomb may use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in, remember preferences, improve performance and understand platform usage.
12. Third-Party Services
ChatBomb may integrate services such as Supabase, Mapbox, Vercel and Google services. Each provider has its own privacy practices.
13. Data Retention
We retain information only as long as reasonably necessary to operate the platform, comply with legal obligations, investigate abuse and resolve disputes.
14. Deleting Your Account
You may request deletion of your account. Some information may be retained where required by law or for fraud prevention and security.
15. Children's Privacy
ChatBomb is intended for users aged 18 years or older. Accounts believed to belong to under-age users may be removed.
16. Australian Privacy Law
ChatBomb is committed to complying with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles where applicable.
17. International Users
If ChatBomb expands internationally, information may be processed outside Australia while maintaining appropriate privacy safeguards.
18. Changes
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Continued use of ChatBomb constitutes acceptance of the latest version.
19. Contact
Email: hello@chatbomb.com.au
Website: www.chatbomb.com
Our Privacy Promise
We believe privacy is fundamental to building trust. Our goal is simple: to help people connect locally without compromising their privacy.