Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for DoodleChat

Effective Date: January 21, 2026

1. Introduction

DoodleChat ("the App") is a peer-to-peer drawing and messaging platform. We are committed to protecting user privacy. This policy explains how we handle your information.

2. No Data Collection

DoodleChat does not collect, store, or share any personal information. * We do not have accounts or logins.

• We do not use external servers to store your drawings.

• We do not use third-party analytics (like Google Analytics or Facebook) to track your behavior.

3. Peer-to-Peer Connectivity

DoodleChat works by connecting two devices directly over a local WiFi network.

• Local Discovery: The App uses Network Service Discovery (NSD) to find other players nearby.

• Direct Transfer: When you send a "Doodle," the image is transferred directly from your device to your friend's device via a secure local socket. This data never leaves your local WiFi network.

4. Permissions & Usage

To provide the core gameplay, DoodleChat requires the following permissions:

• Camera: Allows you to take photos to use as a background for your doodles.

• Local Network/WiFi: Necessary to find and connect to other players on the same network.

• Storage: Used only to temporarily cache the image while it is being drawn or sent.

5. Data Retention

Images sent via DoodleChat are "ephemeral." Once the session is closed or a new drawing is started, the previous data is cleared from the app's temporary memory. We do not maintain a history of your chats or drawings.

6. Children's Privacy

DoodleChat is designed to be a safe environment. Because we collect zero personal data and do not have a public "global" chat (only private local connections), the App is fully compliant with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact the developer at: QuietOtterApps@gmail.com