Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 31, 2026

Overview

ChirpChirp is a peer-to-peer communication app. We do not operate servers, collect data, or track users. Your messages travel directly between devices over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi -- they never pass through our infrastructure because we have none.

Data we collect

None. ChirpChirp does not collect, store, transmit, or sell any personal data. There are no accounts, no sign-ups, no analytics, and no telemetry.

How communication works

All communication occurs directly between devices using:

• Bluetooth Low Energy -- for device discovery
• Wi-Fi Direct / MultipeerConnectivity -- for voice, text, and file transfer
• Wi-Fi Aware -- for high-bandwidth peer connections (where supported)

No data is routed through the internet or any third-party servers. Messages are encrypted end-to-end using AES-256-GCM before leaving your device.

Encryption

ChirpChirp encrypts all channel communication with AES-256-GCM. Each device generates a unique Ed25519 identity key pair stored in the iOS Keychain. Key material never leaves your device.

Permissions

ChirpChirp requests the following device permissions, all processed locally:

• Microphone -- push-to-talk voice communication
• Bluetooth -- discover nearby devices for peer-to-peer communication
• Local Network -- connect directly to nearby devices
• Location -- share your position with nearby peers and for emergency SOS
• Camera and Photos -- capture and share media with nearby devices
• Speech Recognition -- real-time voice translation
• Motion -- improve positioning when GPS is unavailable
• Notifications -- message and emergency alerts

Nothing is uploaded anywhere.

Third-party services

ChirpChirp does not integrate any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking. The only optional network connection is downloading offline map tiles from OpenFreeMap, which occurs only when you explicitly request it.

Data storage

Messages and settings are stored locally on your device using an encrypted SQLite database. Uninstalling the app permanently deletes all data.

Children's privacy

ChirpChirp does not knowingly collect information from children under 13. The app does not require or collect any personal information from any user.

Changes to this policy

If we update this policy, we will post the revised version here with an updated date.

Contact

Questions? Email support@chirpchirps.com.