Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 28, 2026

We keep this simple: your data is yours. We collect the minimum needed to run Back Channel, and we always tell you why.

1. What We Collect

Account Info: Just your email, username, and optional profile picture
Content: What you post or interact with in the app
Device Info: Your device ID, language, and app version
Location: Only if you turn it on. Off by default.
Usage Data: What features you use, nothing more

2. What We Don't Collect

No biometric data
No contact lists
No drafts, private notes, or unposted content
No sensitive categories like race, religion, or health – unless you explicitly include them in a post

3. How We Use Your Data

To deliver the app and its features to you
To fight spam and bots (with automated tools + human review)
To give you control of what you see (you can reset your feed)
To notify you of important updates (opt-in marketing only)

4. Sharing & Selling

We never sell your data.
We only share with essential service providers (hosting, moderation, analytics)
You can see a list of those providers at any time

5. Your Controls

Export your data with one tap
Delete your account and everything tied to it – including files and backups – within 30 days
Choose what notifications and emails you get, separately for marketing vs. service alerts

6. Children's Privacy

Back Channel is for users 13+. We verify age and block underage accounts. If one slips through, we delete it quickly. We never knowingly collect data from kids.

7. Retention & Deletion

We delete inactive data after 12 months
You can request early deletion at any time
We keep only what's legally required for taxes, safety, or abuse prevention

8. Changes

If we ever change this policy, you'll know. We'll show you what's different in the app, explain it in plain English, and get your confirmation if it matters.

9. Contact Us

Questions? You can always reach us:
Email: support@backchannelapp-api.com
Address: Back Channel Inc., Los Angeles, CA 90210