Privacy First
We implement rigorous data protection standards across all our platforms to ensure user privacy is never compromised.
Built with Security in Mind
How we protect people, their data and their communities across our platforms.
Our approach
Three commitments
Account Verification
Robust verification protocols are integrated into our services to protect communities from fraudulent activity.
User Protection
Dedicated moderation systems and secure infrastructure guarantee a safe environment for everyone interacting with our technologies.
In practice
Safety features in Talkerlink
Optional verification
A selfie check confirms you look like your profile photos. It does not check identity documents.
Report and block
Anyone can report a profile or block another user. Confirmed violations lead to warnings, suspensions or bans.
Adults only
Talkerlink is only for people aged 18 and over. Accounts we discover belong to minors are removed.
Message protection
Messages are protected with end-to-end encryption where supported by both devices.
Location care
Other users see an approximate distance, never your exact location.
Account control
Pause your account any time, or delete it. Deleted accounts have a 90-day grace period before data is permanently removed.
Data protection
Your rights under POPIA
We handle personal information in line with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). You can ask us to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your information
- Stop certain processing
You can also lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator. To make a privacy request, email privacy@talkerlink.co.za.
We don’t sell your data
We share only what’s needed with service providers who help us run our platforms.
Minimal collection
We collect the data needed to provide our services.
Clear policies
Read our Privacy Policy, Terms and Community Guidelines.
Staying safe
Tips for meeting people
From our Community Guidelines.
Protect your details
Hold your personal information close, such as your address, banking and ID numbers, until you trust someone.
Meet in public
If you choose to meet, do it in a public place and tell a friend.
Trust your instincts
If something feels off, leave, and use Report on the way out.
See something that concerns you?
Use Report inside the app, or email us and we will look into it.