Privacy Policy

Last Updated: March 13, 2026

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how ICQChat.org (the "Website" or "Service") collects, uses, stores, and discloses information when you access or use the Website. The Website is owned and operated by C3 Media Marketing, LLC ("Operator," "we," "us," or "our").

ICQChat.org is an 18+ platform. By using the Website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, you must not use the Website.

This Privacy Policy should be read alongside our Terms of Use and Chat Rules, which together govern your use of the Website and its chat services.

2. Scope and Applicability

This Privacy Policy applies solely to information collected through ICQChat.org and does not apply to third-party websites, services, or platforms that may be linked or referenced from the Website. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit, as we have no control over how those sites collect or handle information.

This policy applies to all visitors and users who access or use the Website, regardless of the device or method used to access it.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Information You Provide

Depending on how you use the Website, we may collect limited information you voluntarily provide. This may include:

  • A chosen username or display name used to participate in chat
  • Messages and content transmitted through the chat features of the Website
  • Reports, complaints, or other communications you submit to us directly
  • Any other information you choose to share when contacting us for support or safety reporting

We recommend that users exercise caution when sharing personal details in chat. We are not responsible for information you voluntarily share with other users.

3.2 Automatically Collected Information

For safety, moderation, abuse prevention, and security purposes, we automatically collect certain technical data when you access or use the Website. This may include:

  • IP address and approximate geographic region derived from it
  • Connection timestamps, including time of access and session duration
  • Browser type, version, and configuration
  • Device type and operating system
  • Language and locale settings
  • Referring URL or page, if applicable
  • Chat activity metadata such as channels accessed, connection events, and moderation actions taken
  • Technical identifiers used for abuse detection and enforcement

This information is collected primarily to protect the safety and security of users and to enable effective moderation. It is not used for commercial profiling or behavioral advertising.

3.3 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We may use cookies or similar technologies that are strictly necessary for basic site functionality, session management, security, and abuse prevention. These may include:

  • Session cookies that maintain your connection state while using the chat
  • Security tokens used to help prevent unauthorized access or abuse
  • Preference cookies that remember basic display settings

We do not use cookies for behavioral advertising, cross-site tracking, or commercial profiling, and we do not sell or share cookie data with advertising networks. Most browsers allow you to control or delete cookies through their settings, though doing so may affect certain features of the Website.

3.4 Information We Do Not Collect

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information such as government ID numbers, financial account information, biometric data, or health information. We do not require email addresses or phone numbers to access the basic chat features of the Website.

4. How We Use Information

We use collected information only for legitimate operational and safety purposes, including:

  • Operating, maintaining, and improving the Website and its chat features
  • Protecting user safety and enforcing our Terms of Use and Chat Rules
  • Detecting, investigating, and responding to abuse, fraud, or violations
  • Identifying and blocking prohibited access methods such as VPNs, proxies, or Tor
  • Complying with applicable legal obligations and regulatory requirements
  • Supporting law enforcement or child protection investigations where required
  • Preserving records in connection with suspected violations involving child safety
  • Responding to user inquiries, support requests, or safety reports

We do not use your information for targeted advertising, commercial profiling, data brokering, or any purpose unrelated to operating and securing the Website.

5. Minors and Child Safety

ICQChat.org is strictly an 18+ platform. We do not knowingly permit minors to access or use the Website, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18.

If we become aware that a minor has accessed the Service or submitted personal information, we will take steps to terminate their access and delete or restrict their information as promptly as reasonably practicable, subject to any applicable legal preservation obligations.

Any suspected exploitation, grooming, predatory behavior, or child sexual abuse material ("CSAM") observed on or reported to the Website will be investigated, logged, and preserved. We will report such activity to appropriate authorities, including the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) CyberTipline and law enforcement, as required by applicable law.

6. Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties for commercial purposes. We may disclose information only in the following circumstances:

  • To comply with applicable legal obligations, subpoenas, or court orders
  • To law enforcement agencies, child protection organizations, or government authorities where required, permitted, or appropriate
  • To third-party service providers who assist with the operation, hosting, or security of the Website, under confidentiality obligations and only to the extent necessary to perform their services
  • To protect the rights, safety, or property of users, the Operator, or the general public
  • In connection with a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, where the successor entity would be bound by the obligations of this Privacy Policy

7. Data Retention

We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, operate the Website, enforce our policies, and comply with legal obligations.

Connection logs and technical identifiers associated with suspected violations or active investigations may be retained for extended periods as required by law or to support law enforcement cooperation. General operational data no longer needed for any active purpose will be deleted or anonymized in accordance with our internal data management practices.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, or disclosure.

However, no data transmission over the internet or system of electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of any information transmitted to or stored by the Website. In the event of a data breach, we will respond in accordance with applicable law, including Florida Statutes § 501.171.

9. Prohibited Access Methods

Access to the Website via VPNs, proxies, Tor, anonymizers, or similar obfuscation services is prohibited. Connection attempts using such methods may be blocked, logged, or used as a basis for access termination. This restriction exists to protect users and support enforcement of our safety and moderation controls.

10. Third-Party Services

The Website may rely on third-party infrastructure, hosting, or security providers to operate its chat functionality. These providers may process certain technical data as part of delivering their services. We require that such providers handle data only as necessary to perform their contracted services and not for independent commercial purposes.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party providers beyond the contractual obligations we impose on them.

11. Your Rights and Choices

Subject to applicable law, users may have certain rights regarding personal information we hold, including:

  • The right to request access to personal information we hold about you
  • The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • The right to request deletion of personal information, where not otherwise required to be retained by law or for safety purposes
  • The right to object to or restrict certain processing activities

Requests may be limited or denied where retention is required for safety purposes, active legal compliance, or cooperation with law enforcement. To submit a request, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe consistent with applicable law.

12. Florida Data Breach Notice

In the event of a breach involving personal information as defined under Florida law, we will comply with the notification requirements set forth in Florida Statutes § 501.171, including providing notice to affected individuals and, where required, to the Florida Department of Legal Affairs within the timeframes specified by law.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or Website features. Changes are effective when posted. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised accordingly. Continued use of the Website after a revised policy is posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

14. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, data requests, or safety concerns, contact:
C3 Media Marketing, LLC
PO Box 510061
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Email: [email protected]

For urgent child safety concerns, please include relevant usernames, timestamps, and URLs in your message. We may preserve records and refer reports to appropriate authorities, including NCMEC and law enforcement, as required by law.