Privacy Policy

1. Introduction & Overview

Welcome to Mahagatha ("we", "our", or "us"), a free devotional streaming platform designed for Android devices. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a transparent user experience.

Mahagatha operates purely as an indexing and discovery platform that aggregates publicly available devotional shows, movies, and live streams. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and share information when you use our mobile application (the "App").

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

2. Information Collection & Usage

We prioritize your privacy and minimize data collection. The types of information processed include:

A. Personal Information

We do not require you to register an account, log in, or provide personal identity details (such as your name, phone number, physical address, or email address) to use the core streaming aggregation functions of the App. If you contact us directly for support, we may retain your email address and any correspondence details solely to resolve your request.

B. Non-Personal & Technical Information

We collect anonymized technical and usage data automatically through integrated third-party service providers. This may include:

• Device information (e.g., model, operating system version, unique device identifiers).
• Anonymous usage statistics (e.g., screens visited, features interacted with, time spent in the App).
• Crash and performance logs (e.g., crash stack traces, error reports).

C. Media and Content Storage Limitations

We do not collect, view, access, or store your personal videos, photos, camera feed, microphone inputs, or other local files on your device.

3. App Permissions Required

To deliver our services effectively on Android, the App requests access to specific device permissions:

1. Internet Access (INTERNET): Required to load content listings, fetch stream directories, display advertisements, process purchases, and stream video content from official third-party sources.
2. Network State (ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE): Required to monitor internet connectivity, optimize buffer rates, and notify you if your internet connection is lost.
3. Notifications (POST_NOTIFICATIONS): If enabled, this optional permission allows us to send push notifications regarding new devotional shows, live streaming alerts, or feature updates. You can manage or disable notifications at any time through your Android system settings.

4. Third-Party Services & SDKs

The App integrates third-party SDKs (Software Development Kits) to support operations, analytics, crash reporting, and monetization. These services collect anonymous usage data under their own respective privacy policies:

A. Firebase Analytics

We use Firebase Analytics to understand how users engage with the App, helping us optimize layouts and aggregate popular devotional streams. This data is collected on an anonymous basis.

B. Firebase Crashlytics

We use Firebase Crashlytics to record application crash events, identify software bugs, and maintain app stability. These logs do not contain any personally identifiable information.

C. Google AdMob

We display third-party advertisements via Google AdMob to keep our platform free. AdMob may collect and use unique mobile advertising identifiers (such as Android Advertising ID or AD-ID) to serve relevant advertisements, measure ad effectiveness, and prevent fraudulent activity. You can control or reset your advertising ID preferences through your Android device settings.

D. Links to Partner & Third-Party Platforms

For certain media titles, the App may display links or buttons that redirect you to official external streaming services (such as JioHotstar, Disney+ Hotstar, or other official platforms). These external links open either in your default browser or their official mobile apps. We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of these external platforms.

5. YouTube API Services Integration

A core feature of Mahagatha is displaying publicly available devotional videos using the official YouTube IFrame Player API. Because our App integrates YouTube API Services, you must read and agree to the following:

• By using the App, you agree to be bound by the YouTube Terms of Service.
• The video playback and data exchange that occur during YouTube streams are subject to the Google Privacy Policy. Google may collect, store, and process device identifiers, cookies, and other interaction data.
• We do not download, store, cache, or modify YouTube videos or metadata. Video playback runs entirely through the official YouTube web player client embedded in our App.
• You may refer to the Google Privacy Policy to understand how Google collects and uses your data, as well as how to manage your privacy settings.

For convenience, please review the relevant policies here:

• Google Privacy Policy
• Firebase Privacy and Security
• Google AdMob Privacy Policy
• YouTube Terms of Service

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Mahagatha does not directly set or use tracking cookies. However, third-party services (such as YouTube's video player, Google AdMob, and Firebase) may use cookies, web beacons, or unique device identifiers to deliver their embedded features, manage advertising delivery, and compile user metrics. You can manage or disable cookie configurations in your web browser or system preferences if necessary.

7. Data Security & Storage Limitations

We implement industry-standard technical measures to safeguard the integrity of our application resources. However, please be aware that no transmission of data over the mobile internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. Because we do not run user databases, host video files, or store personal files on our servers, there is no personal media or user streaming history database stored on our backend systems.

8. Children's Privacy

Mahagatha provides access to devotional programs, mythological stories, and religious broadcasts, which are generally suitable for family audiences. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will take necessary actions to delete the information from our records.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect operational changes, security updates, or regulatory compliance. Any modifications will be posted directly within this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions, suggestions, or complaints regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: