privacy policy

Last updated: 2/25/2026

introduction

welcome to NGLFS (ngl.link)! we take your privacy seriously. this policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our anonymous messaging platform.

information we collect

account information

email address (for authentication)
username (public)
display name (optional)
profile picture (optional)
bio (optional)

message data

message content
timestamp
sender IP address (hashed for privacy, raw for recipient visibility)
device type, browser, and operating system
timezone and language settings
screen resolution and device capabilities
referrer source (if from social media)

analytics data

profile visit tracking
message send/receive statistics
usage patterns (for improving the service)

how we use your information

to provide and maintain the messaging service
to identify and prevent abuse (spam, harassment)
to enforce rate limits and prevent misuse
to provide message tracking features to recipients
to improve user experience and platform features
to comply with legal obligations

anonymity & privacy protection

sender anonymity: we do not reveal sender identities to recipients. message senders remain anonymous unless they choose to identify themselves in the message content.

IP address handling: we store both hashed and raw IP addresses. hashed IPs (with daily rotating salt) are used for rate limiting and abuse prevention. raw IPs are visible only to message recipients for their safety and security.

data minimization: we only collect data necessary for platform functionality and user safety.

data sharing & disclosure

we do not sell your personal information. we may share data only in these limited circumstances:

with message recipients (tracking data for messages they receive)
with law enforcement if legally required
to protect our rights and prevent abuse
with service providers who help us operate the platform (under strict confidentiality agreements)

your rights

access: you can view your profile and message data at any time
deletion: you can delete your messages and account
blocking: you can block senders by IP hash
reporting: you can report abusive messages
export: you can request a copy of your data

security

we implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, hashing, rate limiting, and secure authentication. however, no system is 100% secure. you are responsible for keeping your account credentials confidential.

cookies & tracking

we use essential cookies for authentication and session management. we also collect browser and device information to provide tracking features to message recipients. you can control cookie preferences in your browser settings.

children's privacy

our service is not intended for users under 13 years old. we do not knowingly collect information from children. if you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

changes to this policy

we may update this privacy policy from time to time. we will notify users of significant changes via email or platform notification. continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

contact us

if you have questions about this privacy policy or your data, please contact us at: privacy@ngl.link

gdpr & ccpa compliance

for EU users (GDPR): you have the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict processing, data portability, and object to processing. contact us to exercise these rights.

for California users (CCPA): you have the right to know what personal information we collect, delete your information, and opt-out of sale (we do not sell data).

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