Last Updated: 2026-01-10
Effective Date: 2026-01-10
Introduction
Sociophilia (“we,” “our,” or “us”) operates the Sociophilia mobile messaging application (the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our messaging application.
By using Sociophilia, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Account Information
- Username: A unique username that you choose (required)
- Email Address: Your email address (required for account creation)
- Password: Encrypted password for authentication
Messaging Data
- Chat Messages: The contents of messages you send and receive
- Chat Metadata: Information about your chats, including participants and chat types
- Message Timestamps: When messages were created and sent
Contact Information
- Contact List: Information about users you have added as contacts
- Contact Status: The status of your contact relationships (pending, approved, etc.)
Technical Information
- Authentication Tokens: Encrypted session tokens stored locally on your device
- Device Information: Information about your device and how you use the Service
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and operate the messaging service
- Authentication: To authenticate your identity and manage your account
- Communication: To enable messaging and communication between users
- Contact Management: To manage your contacts and friend relationships
- Real-time Features: To provide real-time updates for messages and contacts
- Security: To protect the security and integrity of our Service
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
- We use AES-256 encryption to encrypt sensitive data stored locally on your device
- Encryption keys are stored securely using Expo SecureStore
- Encrypted data is stored using AsyncStorage for larger data sets
- Authentication sessions are encrypted before storage
Cloud Storage
- Your data is stored on our own servers and infrastructure
- We use row-level security policies to ensure users can only access their own data
- Data is stored in a PostgreSQL database with appropriate access controls
- All data is hosted and managed directly by us
Security Measures
- All authentication tokens are encrypted
- Passwords are hashed and never stored in plain text
- Database access is restricted through row-level security policies
- Secure communication protocols are used for data transmission
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With Other Users: Your username and profile information may be visible to other users in the Service, as necessary for the messaging functionality
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: You can access and view your account information through the app
- Contact Management: You can add, remove, and manage your contacts
- Message Deletion: You can delete messages you have sent
To exercise these rights, please use the features available in the app or contact us using the information provided below.
Data Retention
- We retain your account information for as long as your account is active
- All Messages are automatically deleted each Friday at 2:00 AM
- If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information, except where we are required to retain it by law
- Deleted messages are permanently removed from our systems
- Some information may be retained in backups for a limited period before permanent deletion
Third-Party Services
Our Service uses the following third-party services:
- Expo: Provides development and deployment services. Their privacy policy can be found at: https://expo.dev/privacy
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.
Note: While our backend infrastructure uses open-source software, all data storage, processing, and management is handled directly by us on our own servers. We do not share your data with any third-party service providers for backend operations.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country of residence. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these servers.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Website: https://artemmelnikov.com
Email: antox.qscwdv@gmail.com
Data Controller Information
Sociophilia is the data controller for your personal information. If you have questions or concerns about how we handle your data, please contact us using the information provided above.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all users of the Sociophilia application.