Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy explains how Parla.gr (“Parla”, “we”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal data when you use our website and services.
Privacy-first by design
Parla.gr is built around anonymity. Our goal is to enable meaningful voice conversations without requiring users to reveal their real-world identity. We collect only the minimum data necessary to operate and improve the service.
1. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for processing your personal data is Parla.gr. For any privacy-related questions, you may contact us through the Contact Us page.
2. Data we collect
Account and matching data
When using Parla, you may voluntarily provide limited information such as a nickname, age range, gender, preferred language, location (country or region), and conversation topics.
This data is used solely for anonymous matching purposes and is not publicly visible.
Voice communication data
Voice conversations on Parla are not recorded, stored, or monitored by default. We do not keep conversation histories or audio recordings.
Technical and usage data
We may collect limited technical information such as IP address, device type, browser, and operating system for security, abuse prevention, and system stability.
Payment-related data
If you choose to purchase a Premium subscription, all payments are processed exclusively by our payment provider 2Checkout.
Parla.gr does not store or process your credit card details. 2Checkout is responsible for payment processing, invoicing, and compliance.
3. How we use your data
- To provide and operate the Parla service.
- To match users anonymously based on shared interests and preferences.
- To maintain platform security and prevent abuse.
- To improve performance, reliability, and user experience.
- To comply with legal obligations.
4. Analytics
Parla.gr may use Google Analytics in the future to understand how visitors use the website and to improve the service.
Analytics data is collected in aggregated and anonymized form and is not used to identify individual users.
5. Data sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
Your data may only be shared with:
- 2Checkout, solely for payment processing and invoicing.
- Service providers strictly necessary for operating the platform (e.g. hosting).
- Authorities, if required by applicable law.
6. Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
7. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- The right to access your data.
- The right to correct inaccurate data.
- The right to request deletion of your data.
- The right to restrict or object to certain processing.
- The right to data portability, where applicable.
8. Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.
9. Age restriction
Parla.gr is intended for users aged 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.
10. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. Updates will be published on this page.
Contact
If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us via the Contact Us page.