To keep VAMA running smoothly, we collect some limited info, like your phone number and basic account details. Here’s how:
• You provide it when you sign up.
• We collect technical info automatically to deliver messages (like your internet connection details).
• Other users might add you as a contact, so we receive that information too.
Absolutely not. We don’t share your private data with any parent company or third parties. Your data stays secure with us, and only you control how it’s shared.
Your Last Seen and Online status let others know when you were last active on VAMA or if you’re currently using the app.
You can find others’ Last Seen and Online status:
• In individual chats, you can view the person’s status at the top of the chat. If the person is Online, you will see a green dot with the text – Online. Otherwise, you will see Last Seen with the time stamp.
• In group chats, tap the group’s title at the top of the chat and tap Members to view all members’ status.
• NOTE: Last Seen status reveals the last time a person opened VAMA, not when they last saw your chat.
You will be able to view when people viewed your message.
• Tap and hold your individual message (or right-clicking if you are using Desktop).
• Once you see the pop-up window, tap Seen with two checkmarks.
• There, you will see the list of people who viewed your message with time stamps.
When you first use certain features in VAMA, the app may request permission to access parts of your device — like your camera, microphone, contacts, or storage. This is to ensure all features work seamlessly.
Turning off permissions may cause some features to stop working.
If you’ve already installed VAMA, here’s how to control permissions:
1. Open your phone’s Settings
2. Tap Apps
3. Select VAMA
4. Tap Permissions
5. Toggle permissions on or off based on what you’re comfortable with
Once you've installed VAMA, you can control what the app has access to through your iPhone settings. This helps you manage your privacy and ensure everything works the way you want.
How to check or change app permissions:
1. Go to iPhone Settings
2. Tap Apps
3. Select VAMA
4. Under “Allow VAMA to Access”, turn permissions on or off depending on what you’d like to allow
Some contacts might not show up when calling, messaging, or viewing statuses if you haven't allowed access to your Contacts.
To fix this, go to Settings > VAMA > Contacts and turn it on.
If you want to send or save photos and videos in VAMA, the app needs permission to access your photo library. If you previously said "No," you might see an alert like:
"VAMA does not have access to your photos or videos. To enable access, tap Settings and turn on Photos."
To give access:
1. Go to Settings > Privacy & Security
2. Tap Photos > VAMA
3. Choose Limited Access or Full Access
If VAMA is grayed out or missing in privacy settings:
• Make sure Screen Time restrictions aren’t blocking access:
• Go to Settings > Screen Time and check for any limits
• If that doesn't solve it, you may need to back up and restore your iPhone
Apple and Android now show you privacy dashboards revealing how apps use your phone’s features. We love this kind of transparency — and have been upfront about your data from day one. For years, we’ve let you download all the info tied to your VAMA account whenever you want.
Since 2016, VAMA has used end-to-end encryption on everything — calls, messages, photos, videos, voice notes — so only you and who you’re chatting with can see or hear them. Not even VAMA or Meta can peek. Once delivered, your messages don’t stay on our servers, and we don’t keep logs of who talks to whom.
To keep VAMA running smoothly worldwide, we do collect some info, but only the bare minimum. Plus, we lock it down tight. For example, when you share your live location, it’s encrypted end-to-end — not even we or Meta can see it.
Here’s a quick rundown of how VAMA uses your phone’s features — but remember, you’re always in control:
Contacts: We ask permission to see your contacts so you can message friends easily. We regularly update this list to keep it current. Don’t worry — we never share your contact list with Meta.
Microphone: Used only when you choose — for voice messages, calls, video chats, or recording videos inside VAMA.
Camera: We only access your camera when you tell us — to snap a photo, make a video, or do a video call.
Photos: VAMA accesses your photo library so you can share and save images easily. Photos you send and receive are fully encrypted.
Bottom line: You’re always in control of app permissions, and you can change them anytime in your phone’s settings. We build VAMA to protect your privacy — because your data belongs to you.
Apple now requires all apps in their App Store to show how they handle your data. At VAMA, we’re all about transparency and protecting your privacy — that’s why we let you download your account info anytime and explain how your data is used right from the start of every chat.
What info do we collect? To keep VAMA running smoothly worldwide, we do need some info. But we collect as little as possible and guard it carefully. For example, if you let us access your contacts, it’s only to help deliver messages — we never share your contact list with anyone else.
Here’s a quick breakdown of the main data types involved:
Contact info: When you sign up, we get your phone number so messages reach you. You can add an email if you want two-step verification or to contact support.
Identifiers: Your phone number acts as your VAMA ID. We also see the IP address your phone uses to connect.
General location info: We don’t know your exact location, but we see your IP address and country code from your number.
Contacts: If you allow it, we check which phone numbers in your contacts are on VAMA, so messaging friends is easy. We never share this info with anybody else.
Usage data: To keep things running well, we monitor how features perform and prevent abuse like spam or bulk messaging. We also run marketing campaigns and notify you about updates and new features.
Diagnostics: If VAMA crashes, we get logs so we can fix bugs and improve your experience.
Extra options (optional):
• Payments: In countries where you can send money via VAMA, we need your card or bank details to process transactions.
• User content: We collect your profile info like your “about” text, profile photo, group names, and descriptions. This helps us stop abuse, like banning accounts sharing harmful content. If you report an issue, we get whatever info you send us.
VAMA handles all government and law enforcement data requests with the highest degree of scrutiny.
• Each request is assessed individually to ensure it complies with applicable legal standards, is narrowly tailored, and respects user rights. Most importantly, we do not provide user data in response to informal inquiries or unsupported demands.
• Only legally valid and properly scoped requests are considered, and even then, we limit disclosure to only the data specifically required by law.
Law enforcement and government agencies may issue formal legal processes such as subpoenas, court orders, or emergency disclosures requesting specific user data.
Upon receipt, VAMA conducts a multi-layered review to assess the jurisdictional authority, legal sufficiency, and scope of each request. Requests must comply with the laws of the relevant jurisdiction in which they are made and be enforceable against VAMA. We require all such requests to be precise, justified, and in writing.
All requests are reviewed by a dedicated legal and compliance team with specialized training in data protection, law enforcement cooperation, and international privacy regulations.
This team collaborates with external counsel where necessary and receives ongoing training in privacy law, data security, and digital due process. No user data is disclosed unless the request is confirmed to meet strict internal and legal thresholds.
In cases involving imminent threats to life, serious physical harm, or child endangerment, law enforcement may submit an emergency disclosure request without a formal legal process.
Under applicable laws (e.g., 18 U.S.C. § 2702(b)(8) in the U.S.), VAMA may disclose limited account information if we, in good faith, believe that the disclosure is necessary to prevent serious harm.
We are committed to transparency and aim to notify users when their data has been requested by a government or law enforcement agency except where prohibited by law, legal process, or a court order.
Notification may be delayed or withheld in exceptional circumstances, such as when disclosure would compromise an investigation, put someone at risk, or involve child safety or national security concerns.
Where permissible, we provide notice as soon as possible after the restriction is lifted.
Yes. VAMA will challenge requests that are overly broad, lack proper legal authority, or appear inconsistent with applicable data protection laws or user rights. Where feasible, we require requesting agencies to narrow their requests or obtain more appropriate legal process before disclosing any information
The scope of data shared depends strictly on what the law allows and what the request demands. Typically, this may include limited account-related information such as a user’s name (if provided), account creation date, last login timestamp, device identifiers, profile details, and participation in public groups.
VAMA does not store the content of messages or calls in the ordinary course of business, and we do not provide message content unless explicitly required by law under legal process.
No. VAMA does not provide user data to foreign intelligence agencies or governments unless required under a mutual legal assistance treaty (MLAT) or other international legal mechanism that complies with U.S. law and due process requirements.
VAMA is not subject to Executive Order 12333 or other U.S. intelligence collection mandates applicable only to government entities.
Yes. If VAMA receives a legally valid data preservation request from a law enforcement agency or other authorized entity, we will preserve relevant account data for a limited period in accordance with applicable law.
This ensures authorities have the opportunity to obtain appropriate legal process without risk of data deletion. Preserved data is not disclosed unless and until a valid legal process is received and reviewed.
When you reach out to VAMA Support for assistance, we may collect certain information to help resolve your issue and ensure account security. This can include your account details (such as username, phone number, or email), your inquiry history, device metadata, and any other information you voluntarily provide during the conversation.
Support replies may be delivered through chat and may include responses powered by artificial intelligence (AI). While our AI tools are designed to provide helpful and timely answers, they may occasionally be inaccurate or incomplete. In such cases, we encourage users to consult our official Help Center or request assistance from a human support agent.
To protect your account, VAMA support agents may ask for verification details, such as information related to your most recent account activity. These steps help us confirm your identity and prevent unauthorized access. We will never ask for your password or sensitive financial credentials.
Tired of spam, annoying contacts, or shady messages? Block them instantly. Want to take it further? Report bad actors to VAMA to help keep the community safe.
• When you block someone, they can no longer call, message, or see your profile.
• Blocking doesn’t delete your chat history — you can delete or archive chats anytime.
• You can unblock someone whenever you want to get back in touch.
• You can’t block groups, but you can leave groups and block the admins who add you.
• If you feel threatened or in danger, contact local emergency services immediately.
• Go to the person’a profile and tap More (three dots)
• Tap Block, and you will not hear from that person again.
Want to report at the same time? Just check the “Report” box before you block!
• Block unknown numbers the same way.
• Block high volumes of unknown messages to protect your account and phone performance.
• Go to Settings > Privacy & Security.
• You will see the Blocked list, and you can choose to unlock people from that list.
VAMA wants to keep the community safe and welcoming for everybody. If someone is breaking VAMA’s policies, making you feel unsafe, and/or spamming you, we urge you to report the person to our team.
Here’s how to report:
• Open the chat with the person.
• Tap Report at the top (under the person’s name).
• Fill out the details and tap Submit.
VAMA is built to make messaging fast, simple, and safe. At its core, messaging is a private experience, and we want to keep it that way for everyone. To help us keep VAMA secure and enjoyable, please follow these guidelines.
Only message people you know or who have reached out first
It’s always better to connect with people who’ve given you their number or contacted you first. Respect their space.
Ask before adding people to groups
Before adding someone to a group, get their permission. If someone leaves a group, don’t add them back — that’s their choice.
Don’t send unwanted messages
If someone asks you to stop messaging them, respect their request. Remove them from your contacts and don’t reach out again.
Don’t send bulk or automated messages
Avoid using bots or third-party tools to send mass messages or make auto-calls. VAMA monitors this kind of activity and will take action against it.
Don’t use contact lists that aren’t yours
Never message users using numbers scraped or bought from other sources. Only message people who’ve agreed to hear from you.
Never harvest user data
Automatically pulling user info like profile photos is a big no-no. It goes against our Terms of Service and will get the account banned.
Follow the rules
VAMA doesn’t allow threatening, offensive, or misleading behavior. If the messages break our rules, the account can be banned at any time.
If something doesn't seem right, VAMA gives you the tools to take action fast:
• Report anything suspicious: Whether it’s a message, a person, or even a business, reporting helps us keep the platform safe. Simply contact our support team and report the issue.
• Block unwanted users: If someone’s bothering you, block them — they won’t be able to contact you again.
Your safety and privacy matter to us. That’s why VAMA is designed with tools and settings that give you more control over who you connect with and how. Here’s how we help you stay protected every step of the way.
Our Terms of Service are in place to make VAMA safe for everyone. We don’t allow content that’s illegal, threatening, abusive, obscene, hateful, or discriminatory. This includes messages, status updates, and profile content.
If someone violates these rules, their account may be banned.
You can read more about what’s not allowed in the “Acceptable Use of Our Services” section of our Terms. You can also learn more about how account bans work.
Before sending any messages, photos, videos, files, or voice notes, take a moment to think—would you be okay with someone else seeing or forwarding this?
Once shared, others can copy, save, or share what you sent. For extra privacy, try using our View Once feature for media that should disappear after being opened.
You can also share your location through VAMA, but only do so with people you trust.
If you get a message from someone who’s not saved in your contacts, we’ll give you some context. You might see if they’re in your contact list, if you have groups in common, or if their number is from a different country.
Based on that, you can decide to respond, block, report, or simply ignore the message.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call your local emergency services right away.
If you're worried someone may hurt themselves, please reach out to a suicide prevention hotline or your local support network.
If you come across any content involving the abuse or exploitation of children, contact your local authorities or a child protection agency immediately. You can also report the user to us—but please don’t include any screenshots when doing so.
On VAMA, you're in control of who you talk to and what groups you're part of. If you're added to a group you don’t want to be in, leave the group immediately.
If someone not in your contacts adds you to a group, VAMA will show you basic info about the group. You can browse through the list of people inside the group. If you don’t know anybody, tread carefully. Immediately leave the group if you feel uncomfortable.
You can't block an entire group, but you can block or report individual members or admins if they’re causing issues. Once blocked, they can’t message or call you privately anymore, but you’ll still see their messages in mutual groups.
Want to hear straight from us? Connect with VAMA’s official chat account! We’ll drop updates, handy tips, and insider info to help you get the most out of VAMA.
How to know it’s really VAMA?
Look for the Verified Checkmark (blue sticker with a white checkmark) and the username of “VAMA.”
If you get messages from accounts without that Verified Checkmark claiming to be VAMA, it’s a scam. Don’t reply. Report and block immediately.
• You must be at least 13 years old (or older in some countries) to register and use VAMA.
• Creating an account with fake information or making one for someone underage breaks VAMA’s Terms of Service, and that can get the account banned.
1. Keep Google Play Protect ON (your phone’s built-in malware shield):
• Open Play Store
• Tap your profile icon (top right)
• Go to Play Protect > Settings
• Turn on Scan apps with Play Protect
2. Avoid rooted phones. Rooting makes your phone vulnerable to malware.
3. If you suspect malware, reset your phone to factory settings, but back up your important stuff first.
4. Contact your phone maker or service provider for help removing harmful software if you need it.
Best practices to protect your VAMA account:
• Never use unofficial VAMA apps.
These fake third-party apps break VAMA’s rules and put your privacy and security at serious risk. Your messages, location, and files might get exposed or stolen.
• Delete apps from unknown or untrusted sources.
These can sneak malware onto your device.
• Watch out for suspicious links.
Don’t click anything sketchy without verifying the sender and the message.
• Be cautious with files you receive.
If a file causes an error or seems weird, it might be malicious. Only open files from people you trust.
• Don’t use jailbroken phones. Jailbreaking removes important security layers and makes your device vulnerable.
• If you suspect malware, reset your phone to factory settings. Just make sure to back up your data first.
• Need help? Contact your phone’s operating system manufacturer or your carrier to get advice on removing harmful software.
Best practices to protect your VAMA account:
• Never use unofficial VAMA versions.
These third-party apps violate VAMA’s rules and put your privacy and security at risk. No guarantee your messages, location, or files are safe with them.
• Delete untrusted apps.
Apps from unknown sources might carry malware.
• Watch out for suspicious links.
Always double-check before clicking any link you receive.
• Be cautious with files you get.If a file causes errors or looks fishy, it might be malicious. Only open files from people you trust.
How to protect your Mac and VAMA from malware:
• Keep macOS updated. Install the latest system updates to close security gaps.
• Use only trusted software. Download apps from the Mac App Store or verified developers. Avoid pirated or cracked apps, which often hide malware.
• Delete unknown apps. If you don’t recognize it, don’t keep it — malware can hide in unfamiliar software.
Best practices to protect your VAMA account:
• Only install the official VAMA desktop app. Third-party or modified versions put your messages and files at risk.
• Watch out for suspicious links. Always double-check before clicking links you receive.
• Be cautious with files. If a download causes errors or looks unusual, don’t open it unless it’s from someone you trust.
• Secure shared Macs. If you’re on a public or shared computer, always log out of VAMA when you’re done.
VAMA is built for real conversations between people, and we draw a hard line against spam, bots, and bulk messaging.We’re serious about keeping VAMA clean. We use smart technology to spot and stop abusive accounts. We don’t just rely on tech; we take legal action against those who abuse the platform, whether the evidence comes from inside VAMA or outside.
