Help & FAQ
Quiet answers to the questions we get most.
Getting started
Do I need an account to use HushedEchoes?
You can read public pages and public echoes without signing in. Posting, saving, following, or using personal features requires a signed-in account and an 18+ check.
What does signing in actually do?
It links the things you do — your echoes, your saves, your notifications — to a private @handle. We don't share your email with anyone. We never post or send messages on your behalf.
Why does the site feel so quiet?
Soft paper colours and gentle motion give your thoughts a little space. On Breathe, the atmosphere follows your mood and gradually settles as you breathe.
Public identity & privacy
What identity do other people see on echoes?
Echoes are pseudonymous to other members: they see your @handle and board display name, never your email or account name. HushedEchoes still links the post to your signed-in account internally for moderation, blocking, and deletion. You also control whether your profile is publicly findable from the privacy badge in settings. When the badge is off, your echoes still appear on the feed — but their author chip won’t link to a profile.
Can I delete an echo or my account?
Yes. Each echo has a delete option. To delete your account and all data, email hello@hushedechoes.com with the subject “Data request” — full process on the contact page.
What data do you collect?
Only what we need: email for sign-in, your @handle, and the echoes you choose to post. Full list and reasons in our privacy policy.
Practice
Is the audio mine to keep?
The guided meditations and ambient beds stream from our CDN — they're free to listen to as often as you'd like, but not downloadable. We're working on offline support.
Gifts & support
What does a gift actually do?
Gifts cover hosting and audio production. They are not tax-deductible and don't unlock anything for you — they keep HushedEchoes free for someone who needs it.
Can I get a refund on a gift?
Gifts are non-refundable by default since they fund work already done. If something feels off, write to us — see our refunds policy for the full picture.
Safety
What if I'm in crisis?
HushedEchoes is not a crisis service. If you are in danger or considering self-harm, please reach a qualified line now. India and international helplines are listed on our medical disclaimer page.
Someone's echo seems harmful — what do I do?
Every echo has a report option. We review reports manually and remove anything that violates our community standards or could endanger someone.
Didn’t find your answer?
Write to hello@hushedechoes.com — we read every email within 2 business days.