Privacy Policy – EchoMe

Last updated: July 22, 2025

EchoMe (“the App”) is a social voice application that allows users to send short audio messages (“echoes”) to friends. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

1. Information We Collect

• Audio Data: We collect audio recordings you choose to send. These are temporary and deleted automatically based on app rules.
• Microphone Access: Required to let you record echoes.
• Device Information: Basic device data (e.g., OS version) for debugging and analytics.
• Firebase Data: We use Firebase services for authentication, messaging, and storage.
• Crash & Usage Data: Collected via Firebase to improve app performance.

2. How We Use Your Data

• To deliver echoes between friends
• To support streak and challenge features
• To notify you of new echoes or friend requests
• To maintain app functionality and user safety

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your data with third parties, except:

• Google Firebase (backend services)
• Legal authorities (only if required by law)

4. Data Retention

• Echoes are automatically deleted after being heard or expired.
• Challenge responses are stored temporarily.
• Firebase user accounts remain until deleted by the user.

5. Your Rights

You can delete your account at any time using the following steps:

1. Open the EchoMe app.
2. Go to Settings.
3. Tap “Delete My Account” at the bottom.
4. Confirm the prompt to permanently remove your account and data.

Once deleted, your profile, login credentials, and associated echoes will be permanently erased. This process cannot be undone.

You may revoke microphone permission in your phone settings.

You may contact us to request data deletion.

6. Child Safety and CSAE Standards

EchoMe has zero tolerance for child sexual abuse material (CSAM). We are committed to protecting users, especially minors, from exploitation or abuse.

In-App Reporting:
EchoMe provides users with the ability to report inappropriate content or behavior using the “More” option in the Friends modal. This includes the ability to flag content related to harassment or potential child safety violations.

Review & Enforcement:
All reports are reviewed promptly. Violations may result in content removal, user account suspension, or escalation to law enforcement as required.

Compliance:
EchoMe complies with applicable laws concerning child safety and cooperates fully with regional and national authorities.

If you have any concerns or wish to report abuse directly, email us at: support@echo-me.app

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns, email us at: support@echo-me.app