Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Hindi Naat ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing a safe experience while using our mobile application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Hindi Naat application.

By downloading, installing, and using Hindi Naat, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide:

• App usage preferences and settings
• Favorite Naat selections
• Search history within the app
• Playback history and recently played content

2.2 Automatically Collected Information:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers
• Usage Data: App interaction data, feature usage, content access patterns
• Performance Data: App crashes, performance metrics, technical logs
• Network Information: IP address, network type (Wi-Fi/mobile data)

2.3 Information from Third Parties:

• Firebase Analytics data for app improvement
• AdMob advertising identifiers for personalized ads

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To Provide Services: Deliver Naat content, maintain app functionality
• To Improve App Experience: Analyze usage patterns to enhance features
• To Personalize Content: Recommend Naats based on your preferences
• To Display Relevant Ads: Show advertisements through Google AdMob
• To Ensure Security: Protect against fraud and abuse
• To Communicate Updates: Inform about app updates and new features
• For Analytics: Understand user behavior through Firebase Analytics

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Google Firebase: We use Firebase for:

• Hosting and serving Naat content (audio files, text)
• App analytics and performance monitoring
• Crash reporting and error tracking
• Real-time database for content synchronization

4.2 Google AdMob: We display advertisements through Google AdMob, which may collect:

• Advertising ID for personalized ads
• Device information for ad targeting
• Interaction data with advertisements

AdMob's privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4.3 Admin Application: Our separate admin application is used only by authorized personnel to:

• Upload new Naat content
• Manage categories and playlists
• Monitor app performance and usage statistics

5. Data Storage and Security

5.1 Data Storage:

• Naat content is stored on Firebase servers
• User preferences are stored locally on your device
• Analytics data is stored on Firebase servers

5.2 Security Measures:

• Encrypted connections (HTTPS) for all data transfers
• Secure authentication for admin access
• Regular security updates and monitoring
• Limited access to user data (only essential personnel)

5.3 Data Retention:

• Usage data is retained for 26 months for analytics purposes
• You can clear app data anytime through device settings
• Aggregated, anonymized data may be retained longer

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Control:

• Clear app data through device settings
• Reset advertising ID through device settings
• Opt-out of personalized ads through device settings
• Uninstall the app at any time

6.2 Children's Privacy:

• Our app is suitable for all ages
• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
• Parents can contact us to request data deletion for their children

6.3 California Privacy Rights:

• California residents have specific privacy rights under CCPA
• Contact us for any privacy-related requests

7. Contact Information

8. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of any material changes by:

• Updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy
• Posting notifications within the app
• Sending email notifications (if provided)

Your continued use of Hindi Naat after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.