MegaHoot ChatHive Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 2, 2024

MegaHoot Technologies, Inc. (“MEGA”, “we” or “us”) values its visitors’ privacy on all of its platforms. This privacy policy is effective September 15, 2021; it summarizes what information we might collect from a registered user or other visitor (“you”), and what we will and will not do with it.

Please note that this privacy policy does not govern the collection and use of information by companies that MegaHoot Technologies, Inc. does not control, nor by individuals not employed or managed by MegaHoot Technologies, Inc. If you visit a Web site that we mention or link to, be sure to review its privacy policy before providing the site with information.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, improve, and protect our Service. The types of information we collect include:

1.1. Personal Information

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, phone number, profile picture, and other necessary information.
Contacts: With your permission, we access your phone contacts to connect you with other users.
Messages: We temporarily store the messages that you send in your encrypted vault within MegaHoot ChatHive until delivered in order to provide the Service.

1.2. Non-Personal Information

Usage Data: We collect information about your interactions with the Service, such as the features you use, the content you view, and the time, frequency, and duration of your activities.
Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access the Service, including your IP address, browser type, and operating system.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

To Provide and Improve the Service: We use your information to operate, maintain, and enhance the features and functionality of the Service.
To Personalize Your Experience: We use your information to personalize your experience and to deliver relevant content and features.
To Communicate with You: We use your contact information to send you updates, newsletters, and other communications.
To Ensure Security: We use your information to help protect the safety and security of our Service and our members.
To Comply with Legal Obligations: We use your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties when we have your consent to do so.
ChatHive Mini-Program Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party mini-program service providers who have mini-programs on ChatHive.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid request by a law enforcement or governmental entity.
Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. , including the integration of blockchain technology. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure.

5 Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. The retention period may vary based on your location and the applicable laws.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to access, correct, update, or request deletion of your data.

Access and Update: You can access and update your account information by logging into ChatHive and editing your profile.
Delete Your Account: You can delete your account by following the instructions within ChatHive. Please note that some information may remain in our archives after your account has been deleted.
Communication Preferences: MegaHoot ChatHive will only send emails when required for important service updates, direct communication will usually occur within ChatHive itself. You will never receive promotional emails from MegaHoot Technologies, Inc.

7. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Given the global nature of our operations, your personal information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than the country in which you reside. These countries may have different data protection laws than those in your home country. However, we take appropriate measures to ensure that your personal information is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy, regardless of where it is processed.

8. Compliance with International Data Protection Laws

We comply with applicable data protection laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): For users in the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA), we adhere to GDPR requirements, including providing you with rights such as access, rectification, deletion, and portability of your personal information.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): For users in California, USA, we comply with CCPA, including your rights to access, delete, and opt-out of the sale of your personal information.
Other Applicable Laws: We also comply with other relevant data protection laws and regulations applicable to users in different jurisdictions.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 15. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 15. If we become aware that a child under 15 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Updates to This Notice

We may update this privacy policy notice from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated notice on our website and updating the effective date. We encourage you to review this notice periodically for the latest information on our data protection practices.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: chathive at privacy.megahoot.com

By using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this notice and agree to its terms. Thank you for trusting MegaHoot Technologies, Inc with your personal information.

MegaHoot ChatHive Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 2, 2024

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, improve, and protect our Service. The types of information we collect include:

1.1. Personal Information

Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, phone number, profile picture, and other necessary information.

Contacts: With your permission, we access your phone contacts to connect you with other users.

Messages: We temporarily store the messages that you send in your encrypted vault within MegaHoot ChatHive until delivered in order to provide the Service.

1.2. Non-Personal Information

Usage Data: We collect information about your interactions with the Service, such as the features you use, the content you view, and the time, frequency, and duration of your activities.

Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access the Service, including your IP address, browser type, and operating system.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

To Provide and Improve the Service: We use your information to operate, maintain, and enhance the features and functionality of the Service.

To Personalize Your Experience: We use your information to personalize your experience and to deliver relevant content and features.

To Communicate with You: We use your contact information to send you updates, newsletters, and other communications.

To Ensure Security: We use your information to help protect the safety and security of our Service and our members.

To Comply with Legal Obligations: We use your information to comply with applicable laws and regulations.

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent: We may share your information with third parties when we have your consent to do so.

ChatHive Mini-Program Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party mini-program service providers who have mini-programs on ChatHive.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to a valid request by a law enforcement or governmental entity.

Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Data Security

5 Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service, comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. The retention period may vary based on your location and the applicable laws.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to access, correct, update, or request deletion of your data.

Access and Update: You can access and update your account information by logging into ChatHive and editing your profile.

Delete Your Account: You can delete your account by following the instructions within ChatHive. Please note that some information may remain in our archives after your account has been deleted.

Communication Preferences: MegaHoot ChatHive will only send emails when required for important service updates, direct communication will usually occur within ChatHive itself. You will never receive promotional emails from MegaHoot Technologies, Inc.

7. Cross-Border Data Transfers

8. Compliance with International Data Protection Laws

We comply with applicable data protection laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): For users in the European Union (EU) and European Economic Area (EEA), we adhere to GDPR requirements, including providing you with rights such as access, rectification, deletion, and portability of your personal information.

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): For users in California, USA, we comply with CCPA, including your rights to access, delete, and opt-out of the sale of your personal information.

Other Applicable Laws: We also comply with other relevant data protection laws and regulations applicable to users in different jurisdictions.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 15. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 15. If we become aware that a child under 15 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. Updates to This Notice

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: chathive at privacy.megahoot.com

By using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this notice and agree to its terms. Thank you for trusting MegaHoot Technologies, Inc with your personal information.