Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 2025
1. Introduction & Scope
Indian News ("we", "our", "us", "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring full transparency in our data practices. This Privacy Policy ("Policy") explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App"). BY INSTALLING, ACCESSING, OR USING THE APP, YOU EXPRESSLY CONSENT TO THE COLLECTION AND USE OF YOUR INFORMATION AS DESCRIBED IN THIS POLICY. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, PLEASE DO NOT USE THE APP.
2. Nature of the App — Intermediary Disclaimer
Indian News operates as an INTERMEDIARY PLATFORM as defined under Section 2(1)(w) of the Information Technology Act, 2000. The App is designed SOLELY for INFORMATIONAL and EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES. • The App aggregates and provides access to publicly available news content from third-party websites using WebView technology. • We do NOT create, author, edit, modify, host, store, cache, or redistribute any third-party content. • We function identically to a web browser — providing access to publicly available web pages. • ALL content displayed belongs EXCLUSIVELY to its respective owners and publishers.
3. WebView & Third-Party Websites
Our App uses WebView technology to display third-party websites. Critical disclosures: • WebView is used EXCLUSIVELY for information sharing and user convenience. • We do NOT control, modify, intercept, scrape, or manipulate any content displayed through WebView. • We do NOT inject code, trackers, or scripts into third-party websites. • We do NOT collect any personal data from third-party websites displayed via WebView. • We have NO control over the privacy practices of third-party websites.
4. Content Removal & Copyright Protection
We maintain a STRICT and IMMEDIATE content removal policy. • If ANY content owner has ANY concern regarding their content being accessible through our App, we will IMMEDIATELY and UNCONDITIONALLY remove access. • Removal guaranteed within 24 hours — NO questions asked. • We fully comply with DMCA takedown notices and Indian IT Act provisions. Content Removal Contact: vijayvaghela7272@gmail.com
5. Information We Collect
We are committed to DATA MINIMIZATION — we collect only what is strictly necessary for App functionality. A. AUTOMATICALLY COLLECTED (Non-Personal): • Device Information: Device model, OS version, screen resolution, device identifiers (for ad serving only). • Usage Analytics: Anonymous app usage patterns, screens viewed, session duration, crash/error reports. • Network Status: Internet connection type (WiFi/Mobile) — used solely to check connectivity. • Push Token: Firebase Cloud Messaging token — used solely for delivering notifications. B. INFORMATION WE DO NOT COLLECT: • Personal identification: Name, email, phone, address, date of birth. • Location data: GPS, IP-based location, or any geolocation. • Contacts, call logs, SMS, or communication data.
6. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for processing: • Legitimate Interest: App functionality, analytics, and security. • Consent: Push notifications and personalized advertisements. • Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws.
7. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information SOLELY for: • Providing and maintaining App functionality. • Delivering push notifications about news updates. • Displaying advertisements through Google AdMob. • Analyzing anonymous usage patterns to improve the App. • Detecting and preventing technical issues and crashes. • Complying with legal obligations. WE DO NOT: • Sell, rent, lease, or trade your information to ANY third party. • Share your data with third parties for their marketing purposes. • Use your data for profiling, automated decision-making, or behavioral targeting.
8. Third-Party Services & SDKs
Our App integrates the following third-party services: • Google AdMob (Advertising): May collect device identifiers for ad personalization. Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy • Firebase Cloud Messaging (Notifications): Collects device token for push notification delivery. Privacy Policy: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy • Firebase Analytics (Anonymous Analytics): Collects anonymous usage statistics. No personally identifiable information is shared.
9. Data Storage, Security & Retention
STORAGE: • ALL user data is stored LOCALLY on your device only. • We do NOT maintain external servers, databases, or cloud storage containing user personal data. SECURITY MEASURES: • Industry-standard encryption for data transmission (SSL/TLS). • No collection of sensitive data minimizes security risks. • Compliance with reasonable security practices as per IT Rules, 2011. RETENTION: • Cached content: Temporary, refreshed regularly, deleted when App cache is cleared. • User preferences: Retained until App is uninstalled. • Analytics data: Retained per Google's policies (typically 14 months). • Uninstalling the App permanently removes ALL locally stored data.
10. Push Notifications
• We use Firebase Cloud Messaging for push notifications. • Notifications contain ONLY news headlines and updates. • We do NOT send promotional, marketing, or spam notifications. • You can disable notifications at any time via device settings.
11. Advertisements & Ad Data
• Advertisements are displayed through Google AdMob to support free App access. • AdMob may use device advertising identifiers for ad personalization. • We do NOT have access to data collected by AdMob. • We do NOT control which ads are displayed. TO OPT OUT OF PERSONALIZED ADS: • Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization • iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
12. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
• Our App is NOT directed to children under 13 years of age. • We do NOT knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. • If we discover that a child under 13 has provided personal information, we will IMMEDIATELY delete it. • If you are a parent/guardian and believe your child has provided information, contact us immediately at vijayvaghela7272@gmail.com.
13. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you have the following rights: ALL USERS: • Right to Access: Know what data we hold about you. • Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your data. • Right to Opt-Out: Disable personalized ads and notifications. • Right to Uninstall: Remove App and all local data. • Right to Contact: Reach us with any privacy concerns. To exercise any rights, contact: vijayvaghela7272@gmail.com We will respond within 30 days of receiving your request.
14. International Data Transfers
• We do NOT independently transfer data internationally. • Third-party services (Google) may process data in various countries. • Google maintains appropriate safeguards for international transfers. • By using the App, you consent to data processing by Google in accordance with their privacy policies.
15. Do Not Track Signals
• We do NOT track users across third-party websites. • We do NOT respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals as there is no industry standard for mobile apps. • You can control ad tracking through your device settings.
16. Disclaimer of Liability
• The App is provided "AS IS" without any warranties. • We are NOT liable for any loss, damage, or harm arising from use of the App. • We are NOT liable for third-party content, websites, or their data practices. • Our total liability shall not exceed INR 100 (One Hundred Rupees).
17. Grievance Officer
In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and rules made thereunder, the Grievance Officer for the purpose of this Policy is: Name: Indian News Team Email: vijayvaghela7272@gmail.com The Grievance Officer shall address your concerns within 15 days of receiving the complaint.
18. Changes to This Policy
• We reserve the right to update this Policy at any time at our sole discretion. • Changes are effective immediately upon posting within the App. • We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this Policy. • Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy. • It is your responsibility to review this Policy periodically.
19. Governing Law
• This Policy is governed by the laws of India. • Subject to the Information Technology Act, 2000 and Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023. • Any disputes shall be subject to exclusive jurisdiction of courts in Bhuj/Kutch, Gujarat, India.
20. Contact Us
For ANY questions, concerns, data requests, content removal requests, or privacy complaints: Email: vijayvaghela7272@gmail.com Grievance Officer: vijayvaghela7272@gmail.com DMCA/Copyright Agent: vijayvaghela7272@gmail.com Response Times: • Acknowledgment: Within 12 hours • Content Removal: Within 24 hours • Data Requests: Within 30 days • Grievance Resolution: Within 15 days
BY USING THIS APP, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND CONSENT TO THE COLLECTION AND USE OF YOUR INFORMATION AS DESCRIBED IN THIS PRIVACY POLICY.