Privacy Policy for Habits Radio

Last Updated: December 31, 2024

Introduction

Habits Radio ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Habits Radio (the "App") on iOS and Android platforms.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Favorites List: We store your favorite radio channels locally on your device. On iOS, this is stored using UserDefaults, and on Android, this is stored using SharedPreferences. This information is stored only on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.

Automatically Collected Information

• Device Information: We may collect information about your device, including device model, operating system version, and unique device identifiers.
• Usage Data: We collect information about how you interact with the App, such as which channels you listen to and for how long.
• Stream Metadata: When you listen to radio streams, we fetch track information (artist, title, artwork) from third-party APIs to display current playing information.

Third-Party Services

Google AdMob

Our App uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use information about you to provide personalized ads. This may include:

• Device identifiers (IDFA on iOS, Advertising ID on Android)
• Location data (if permitted)
• App usage data
• Product interaction data
• Advertising data

For more information about how Google AdMob uses data, please visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Radio Streaming Services

The App streams audio content from third-party radio streaming services. When you listen to streams, your device connects directly to these streaming servers. We do not control the data collection practices of these third-party streaming services.

Apple Music/iTunes API iOS Only

On iOS, we use the iTunes Search API to fetch album artwork for currently playing tracks. This service is provided by Apple and is subject to Apple's Privacy Policy.

Banner API

The App fetches banner images from our API server (https://habitsradio.com/api/banners.json). This connection is used solely to display promotional banners and does not transmit personal information.

Platform-Specific Privacy Information

Apple iOS iOS

Habits Radio is distributed through the Apple App Store and complies with Apple's App Store Review Guidelines and privacy requirements. Our app follows Apple's best practices for user privacy and data protection.

iOS Privacy Features

• App Tracking Transparency: We comply with Apple's App Tracking Transparency framework. The app may request permission to track you across apps and websites for advertising purposes through Google AdMob. You can manage this in your device settings: Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking.
• Privacy Nutrition Labels: We have accurately declared all data collection practices in our App Store privacy labels, including:
  • Device identifiers used for third-party advertising
  • Product interaction data for advertising purposes
  • Advertising data for ad delivery and measurement
  • Performance and crash data for analytics and app functionality
• App Store Privacy Requirements: All data collection and usage practices disclosed in this policy are accurately reflected in our App Store Connect privacy declarations.

For information about how Apple handles your data, please review Apple's Privacy Policy.

Google Android Android

Habits Radio on Android complies with Google Play's Developer Policy and privacy requirements. Our app follows Google's best practices for user privacy and data protection.

Android Privacy Features

• Google Play Data Safety: We have accurately declared all data collection practices in our Google Play Console Data Safety section, including all data types collected and their purposes.
• Advertising ID: The app uses Android Advertising ID for ad personalization. You can reset or opt-out of personalized ads in Settings > Google > Ads.
• Permissions: The app requests only necessary permissions for core functionality (e.g., internet access for streaming, background audio for playback).

For information about how Google handles your data, please review Google's Privacy Policy.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain the App's functionality
• Display current track information and artwork
• Show relevant advertisements through AdMob
• Improve user experience and app performance
• Analyze app usage patterns
• Diagnose and fix technical issues

Data Storage and Security

• Local Storage: Your favorites and app preferences are stored locally on your device and are not transmitted to our servers.
• No Account Required: The App does not require user registration or account creation.
• Security: We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, though no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• AdMob: Information may be shared with Google AdMob for advertising purposes as described above.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

Children's Privacy

Our App is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-Out: Opt out of personalized advertising through your device settings (see instructions above)
• Data Portability: Request a copy of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The App may use cookies and similar tracking technologies through AdMob to track activity and hold certain information. You can instruct your device to refuse cookies, but this may limit some functionality.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of information to these locations.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights:

• Right to access, update, or delete your personal information
• Right to rectification
• Right to object to processing
• Right to restriction of processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to withdraw consent

Consent

By using our App, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.