Privacy Policy for Aapan Radio

Effective Date: April 2, 2026

Aapan Radio ("we", "our", or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our mobile application, Aapan Radio (the "App"), collects, uses, stores, and shares information when you use the App.

By using the App, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information needed to provide the App's features.

A. Information You Provide Voluntarily

When you register or use certain interactive features, we may collect:

This information may be collected when you register in the App, join an event, or participate in polls or other user-linked features.

B. Device and App Information

We may collect limited technical information required for the App to function, including device type/platform and push notification token (FCM token).

C. Content and Usage Requests

The App fetches content from our servers, including radio station details, banners, show schedules, RJ profiles, videos, events, polls, notifications, and informational pages. We may temporarily cache some content inside the App to improve performance and user experience.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to provide live radio streaming and audio playback features, register users in the App, enable event registration, enable poll participation, deliver notifications, show user-relevant content and notifications, maintain app performance and security, and respond to support requests.

We do not collect personal data beyond what is reasonably necessary for these features.

3. Push Notifications

The App uses Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM) to send push notifications. For this purpose, a device notification token may be collected and associated with your account or device.

You can control notifications through your device settings.

4. Audio Streaming and Background Playback

The App provides live radio streaming, including background playback on supported devices. Audio may continue playing when the App is minimized if you choose to keep playback active.

5. Third-Party Services

The App uses third-party services and libraries that may process limited technical data necessary for app functionality. These may include:

These services are used only for the App's core features such as streaming, notifications, content delivery, sharing, and video playback.

6. Data Storage

Some user data may be stored on our backend servers where required for registration, event participation, notifications, or related app features, and locally on your device, such as basic session data needed to keep you signed in or improve app experience.

We take reasonable steps to protect data, but no method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

7. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share limited information only with service providers or technology partners strictly needed to operate the App, when required by law, or to protect the rights, safety, and security of users, the App, or the public.

8. External Links

The App may open third-party links such as WhatsApp, social media pages, YouTube content, Play Store, or App Store pages. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites or services.

9. Children's Privacy

The App is not intended to knowingly collect personal information from children in violation of applicable law. If you believe a child has provided personal information through the App, please contact us so we can review and take appropriate action.

10. Your Choices

You may choose whether to register, control app notifications through your device settings, and contact us to request help regarding your personal data.

If you want us to review, update, or delete user information associated with your account, contact us at the email below.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the Effective Date at the top of this page. Continued use of the App after changes means you accept the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the App's data practices, please contact us at aapanradio@gmail.com.