Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

HeyChat ("we", "our", or "us") is a desktop application designed to aggregate chat messages from streaming platforms. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information when you use our application.

2. Data We Collect

We collect minimal data necessary for the application's functionality:

• Authentication Data: When you log in via Twitch or YouTube, we receive an authentication token and your public profile information (username, avatar). This tokens are stored locally on your device.
• Chat Data: The application retrieves chat messages from channels you connect to. These messages are displayed in real-time and are not permanently stored on our servers.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data solely to:

• Authenticate your account with Twitch and YouTube.
• Display chat messages and allow you to send messages.
• Maintain your user preferences locally.

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties.

4. Data Storage

All authentication tokens and user preferences are stored locally on your computer in the application's local storage. You can clear this data at any time by logging out or uninstalling the application.

5. Third-Party Services

Our application integrates with the following third-party services:

• Twitch: We use the Twitch API to read and send chat messages. Twitch Privacy Policy
• YouTube: We use the YouTube API Services to read and send chat messages. By using this application, users are agreeing to be bound by the YouTube Terms of Service and Google Privacy Policy.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us via our GitHub repository.