BalkTalk

Privacy Policy

Updated 12. October 2026.

On this page
  1. 1. Introduction
  2. 2. Public User Content
  3. 3. Cookies
  4. 4. Data Collection and Processing
  5. 5. User Rights (GDPR)
  6. 6. Contact

Last updated: 12.10.2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how BalkTalk Chat (“we”, “our”, or “the site”) collects, uses, stores, and protects your personal data while using our site and chat platform, in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Public User Content

  • All user profiles on BalkTalk Chat are public.

  • All messages within public groups are visible to all users.

  • Messages in closed groups are visible only to members of those groups.

  • Private messages between users are not public, but administrators have access to all messages (public and private) strictly for safety and content moderation.

  • Private messages are never made public or misused, and confidentiality is respected.

3. Cookies

  • We use cookies for:

    • Site functionality (login, language settings, etc.)

    • Analytics through Google Analytics (visits, session time, engagement)

  • By using the site, you consent to the use of cookies. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.

4. Data Collection and Processing

  • We only collect minimal personal data that you voluntarily provide (e.g., email, username).

  • We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties without your consent, unless legally required.

  • We also use your email address and name for occasional BalkTalk news, sent via Brevo (Sendinblue SAS, France) as our data processor. You can unsubscribe in Settings → Email notifications (“News from BalkTalk”) and in every such email; a deleted account is also removed from the Brevo list.

  • Your data is protected using appropriate security measures (password hashing, secure servers, etc.).

5. User Rights (GDPR)

All users from the EU and globally have the following rights:

  • Right to access their data.

  • Right to correct inaccurate information.

  • Right to erasure (right to be forgotten).

  • Right to data portability.

  • Right to object or restrict processing.

  • Right to deactivate and permanently delete their account via their profile or by contacting support.

6. Contact

For any questions or privacy-related requests, please contact us at:
📧 info@balktalk.net

By using BalkTalk Chat, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

Strictly necessary cookies keep the site running. With your consent we also use optional ones (e.g. analytics) - you can change your choice at any time. Cookie Policy

Strictly necessary cookies keep the site running. With your consent we also use optional ones (e.g. analytics) - you can change your choice at any time. Cookie Policy

Strictly necessary

Always active

The site cannot work without them: sign-in, security, language and your choices. No consent needed and never used for tracking.

  • bt_session cookie · 30 days

    Session: keeps you signed in while you use the site.

    BalkTalk

  • XSRF-TOKEN cookie · 30 days

    Protects forms against forged requests (CSRF).

    BalkTalk

  • remember_web_* cookie · 13 months

    "Remember me": keeps you signed in after closing the browser.

    BalkTalk

  • bt_locale cookie · 12 months

    The language you chose.

    BalkTalk

  • bt_consent cookie · 12 months

    Your cookie choice (so we do not ask again).

    BalkTalk

  • bt-*, bt:* localStorage · until you clear it

    Browser local storage: theme, language, radio station, recent emoji, chat layout, hidden hints.

    BalkTalk

  • Cloudflare Turnstile service

    Human check on sign-up (challenges.cloudflare.com) - protects the site from fake accounts.

    Cloudflare, Inc. · Privacy policy

Third-party content

When you open it

Videos, music, GIFs, radio and the map come from other companies' servers. When you open them, those servers see your IP address and may set their own cookies.

  • YouTube service

    Videos in the blog and chat (youtube-nocookie.com).

    Google Ireland Ltd. · Privacy policy

  • Deezer service

    Song previews and covers on profiles, the Network and in chat.

    Deezer S.A. · Privacy policy

  • KLIPY service

    GIFs in chat.

    KLIPY Inc. · Privacy policy

  • Radio stations service

    Live stream when you start the radio.

    The selected station's server

  • OpenStreetMap service

    Map in the Nearby module (only with separate map consent).

    OpenStreetMap Foundation · Privacy policy

  • OneSignal service

    Push notifications on this device – loaded only after you turn them on in Settings.

    OneSignal, Inc. · Privacy policy

Analytics

Anonymous visit statistics that help us improve the site. Only with your consent.

  • Google Analytics service

    Visit statistics (which pages are opened, where visitors come from, device) - no ads. Loaded only with your consent.

    Google Ireland Ltd. · Privacy policy

  • _ga cookie · 24 months

    Google Analytics: tells visitors apart (random number, no name or email).

    Google Ireland Ltd. · Privacy policy

  • _ga_0QPMP1EXWV cookie · 24 months

    Google Analytics: remembers the current visit.

    Google Ireland Ltd. · Privacy policy