VKonnect ("we", "us", or "our") is a secure messaging app that allows you to connect through private 1-to-1 chats, group conversations, and community channels. You can share photos and videos, sync your contacts to find friends, manage your profile, and log in using your mobile number with OTP verification.
This Privacy Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and your rights.
Information We Collect
Account & Authentication
- Phone number and OTP verification when you register.
- Optional profile details (name, photo) you may add.
Contacts (Sensitive Permission)
- With your explicit consent, we access and upload your phone contacts (names and phone numbers).
- Used only to:
- Show which of your contacts use VKonnect.
- Help you invite friends.
- Not shared with third parties, never used for ads.
- You can disable contact sync anytime; previously uploaded contacts can be deleted upon request.
Messages & Media
- Messages, photos, and videos are stored temporarily to deliver them.
- Media may remain for syncing, multi-device access, or backup.
- Never sold or shared with advertisers.
Device & Technical Data
- Device model, OS, IP address, app version, push tokens, error logs.
- Used for notifications, security, and troubleshooting.
Usage Data
- Connection timestamps, feature usage, crash reports.
- Used to improve performance and prevent abuse.
How We Use Your Information
- To provide chat and media delivery.
- To sync contacts and suggest connections.
- To send OTPs, alerts, and account messages.
- To secure and improve the app (analytics, debugging).
- To comply with law if required.
Sharing & Disclosure
- Never sold to advertisers.
- Shared only with trusted service providers (cloud hosting, analytics, notifications).
- Shared with law enforcement only if legally required.
- Other users see your profile and messages you send them.
Data Retention
- Contacts: retained while account is active, deletable anytime.
- Messages/media: stored until delivery, may remain for backup.
- Logs: may be stored in anonymized form for analytics.
Security
We use encryption and safeguards to protect your data. However, no method is 100% secure.
Children
Not for children under 13 (or minimum age in your country). We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Your Rights
- Access/Correction: Request a copy or correction of your data.
- Deletion: Delete your account in-app or request full deletion via email.
- Contact Sync: Disable anytime in settings.
Beta or Inactive Features
Some options (e.g., "Vibration On/Off", "Notification On/Off") are currently inactive. They are placeholders for upcoming features.
- They do not collect data,
- Do not change device settings,
- Do not affect your privacy until implemented in future updates.