Privacy Policy
DCTS is a self-hosted communication platform designed for decentralized messaging and real-time communication. The developers of DCTS do not operate any central servers and do not collect user data.
Data Processing
A DCTS "instance" is a server operated by an individual. By default, all data remains on that instance and is not shared with third parties.
The following data may be processed by a server:
- Account data (ID, public key, profile data such as icon, banner, status, about me)
- Messages (server chats and direct messages)
- Metadata (timestamps, room IDs)
- Connection information (IP address)
- Uploaded content (e.g. images, audio, files)
- Proof-of-Work data (used for abuse prevention)
For abuse prevention, IP addresses may be checked using a third-party service:
This is used to detect VPNs, proxies, or malicious activity.
End-to-End Encryption
Direct messages can be end-to-end encrypted when using supported clients.
- Only intended recipients can decrypt message content
- Servers and operators cannot read encrypted message content
- Some metadata (e.g. sender, timestamps) remains visible for functionality
Responsibility
DCTS is fully self-hosted. Each server operator is responsible for:
- Data storage
- Logging
- Moderation
- Legal compliance
DCTS developers do not have access to data stored on third-party servers.
Data Storage
All data is stored on the server you connect to. There is no central database or CDN operated by DCTS.
Official clients may store data locally on the device, including:
- Account data
- Public and private keys
Private keys are stored locally and are never transmitted to servers.
Data Sharing
DCTS does not sell or share personal data.
Data is only transmitted between servers when required for core functionality (e.g. message delivery).
Changes
This privacy policy may be updated. Continued use of DCTS implies acceptance of any changes.