1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how HRNote Messenger collects, stores, and uses the personal information of its users. By using the App, you agree to this policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Account Information
- Username
- Password (stored in hashed form on the server)
- Display name and profile picture
2.2 Message Data
- Sent and received messages
- Shared files and media
- Read receipts
- Group membership information
2.3 Technical Data
- Device type and operating system version
- App version
- IP address (logged server-side)
- Push notification token (Google Play variant only)
3. How We Use Your Information
Collected data is used solely for the following purposes:
- Providing and operating the messaging service
- Authenticating your account
- Delivering push notifications
- Diagnosing and resolving technical issues
- Maintaining service security
4. Third-Party Services
Google Firebase (Google Play variant only)
Push notifications are delivered via Google Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM). This requires transmitting your device's FCM token to Google's servers. For details, see the Google Privacy Policy.
5. Data Retention
- Your data is retained for as long as your account remains active
- Upon account deletion, your data is removed from our server in accordance with server policies
6. Data Security
- All connections are secured via TLS/HTTPS
- Passwords are stored using a secure hashing algorithm
- End-to-end encryption (E2EE) is available for private conversations
- Server access is monitored through audit logs
No system is completely immune to security risks. We encourage users to use strong passwords and enable E2EE where available.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Users will be notified of material changes through the App. Continued use of the App after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
8. Contact
For questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy:
- Email: softwarezeroday@gmail.com