SocketChat Privacy Policy
Overview
SocketChat (hereinafter referred to as “we” or “the App”) is a TCP/UDP network protocol debugging tool that makes network debugging as easy as chatting with friends. We respect and protect the privacy rights of every user. This Privacy Policy aims to provide detailed information on how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information. Please read the following content carefully before using the App.
App Description
SocketChat is a TCP/UDP network protocol debugging tool that makes network debugging as easy as chatting with friends, turning tedious network debugging into something fun. It supports seamless use on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
Data Storage and Processing
Data Storage Location
- iCloud Storage: SocketChat relies on iCloud to store subscription status. This means your subscription data is directly saved in the iCloud account managed by Apple, not on our servers.
No Account System
- No Registration or Login Required: To simplify the user experience and protect user privacy, SocketChat does not require users to register or log in to any account. We have not established our own account system, ensuring that your personal identification information is completely separated from your usage data.
User Data Collection
SocketChat Itself Does Not Collect User Data
- No First-Party Data Collection: SocketChat itself pledges not to collect, store, or analyze any personal data from users, including but not limited to network debugging data, device information, location data, etc. We firmly believe that your data should solely belong to you.
Third-Party Services (Google AdMob)
To help support the continuous development of the App and keep core features free, we display advertisements in the App. We integrate Google AdMob (provided by Google LLC) as our third-party advertising service.
- Google AdMob SDK Data Collection: Google AdMob may collect and process certain data automatically for ad personalization, performance measurement, attribution, and fraud prevention. This data may include:
- Identifiers: Device advertising identifiers (such as Apple’s Identifier for Advertisers (IDFA) or Identifier for Vendors (IDFV)).
- Device & Usage Info: Device model, operating system, network connection type, and technical diagnostic logs.
- Ad Interactions: Click logs, impressions, and user interactions with advertisements displayed.
- Google’s Privacy Policy: We encourage you to review Google’s privacy practices to understand how they collect and use your data. For more information, please visit Google’s Partner Privacy Policy and Google Privacy & Terms.
Security Measures
- Relying on iCloud Security Mechanisms: Leveraging Apple iCloud’s robust security mechanisms, including end-to-end encryption, ensures the security of your data during transmission and storage.
- Regular Reviews: We regularly review and update our security measures to adapt to evolving privacy protection needs and technological environments.
If you have any questions or suggestions regarding SocketChat’s Privacy Policy, please contact us via the following method:
- Email: wujiuye99@gmail.com
Policy Updates
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Therefore, we recommend that you check this page periodically for any changes. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. These changes will take effect immediately upon posting on this page.
Last updated: May 26, 2026