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Privacy Policy

WaveTune Radio

Table of Contents

  1. Overview & Privacy-First Principle
  2. Important Operational & Broadcast Disclaimer
  3. Data Handling, Media Playback & Local Storage
  4. Third-Party Services & Technical Data Collection
  5. Official Distribution Channel
  6. User Rights & Local Data Management
  7. Data Security
  8. Children’s Privacy
  9. International Privacy Regulations & Scope
  10. Policy Changes & Transfer of Ownership
  11. Contact Information

Last Updated: August 22, 2026

1. Overview & Privacy-First Principle

The "WaveTune Radio" application (the "App") is developed and maintained by avih6 as a free utility application. This SERVICE is provided at no cost and is intended for use "AS IS".

The App operates on a strict privacy-first approach: it does not require user account registration, does not create cloud profiles, and does not collect personally identifiable information (PII) such as personal names, email addresses, phone numbers, or user location coordinates.

2. Important Operational & Broadcast Disclaimer

Independent Audio Player & Directory Browser: WaveTune Radio is an independent mobile application developed solely by avih6.

Third-Party Broadcast Content: The application functions as an audio tuner and directory browser connecting to public internet streams. avih6 does NOT own, produce, host, broadcast, rebroadcast, or monitor the audio content, music, talk shows, news, opinions, or advertisements transmitted by independent radio stations.

Broadcaster Intellectual Property: All radio broadcasts, trademarks, and station brand names remain the exclusive intellectual property of their respective owners and broadcasters.

3. Data Handling, Media Playback & Local Storage

3.1 Foreground Service Permission & Media Playback

The App utilizes the AndroidX Media3 / ExoPlayer framework via an Android Foreground Service (FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK) strictly to enable uninterrupted background audio playback and display lock-screen media controls.

When a station is selected, the application establishes a direct stream connection between the user's device and the third-party broadcaster's streaming server. No audio streams are routed through or stored on developer-owned proxy servers.

3.2 Alarm Permissions & Local Audio Recordings

On-Device Stream Recording: If the user utilizes the built-in recording feature, audio files are saved strictly to the physical device's local storage for personal, offline listening. Recordings are never uploaded, synchronized, or transmitted to any external server.

Exact Alarms & Sleep Timer: Scheduled radio alarms and sleep timers are managed strictly by the local Android OS alarm subsystem (USE_EXACT_ALARM / SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM).

3.3 Local Database & Preferences

User preferences (including favorited stations, recent search history, audio buffer settings, and theme choices) are stored strictly locally on the device using a Room SQLite database and Jetpack DataStore. This data is never transmitted to external servers.

4. Third-Party Services & Technical Data Collection

4.1 Technical Identifiers & Analytics

To ensure app stability, monitor performance, and improve user experience, the app incorporates reputable industry-standard SDKs provided by Google LLC:

4.2 Radio Directory & Content Delivery Networks

To retrieve station listings, category directories, and visual metadata, the App communicates with external public services:

4.3 Third-Party Privacy Policy References

For more information on the data processing practices of third-party service providers, review their official policies:

5. Official Distribution Channel

The only authorized and official distribution platform for WaveTune Radio is the Google Play Store:

Google Play Store - WaveTune Radio

Any download or distribution through third-party websites, APK mirror portals, or unofficial app stores is unauthorized and unmaintained. avih6 assumes no responsibility for modified, corrupted, or potentially harmful APK files obtained outside the official Google Play Store.

6. User Rights & Local Data Management

Because the App operates without user accounts and stores no personal data on external servers, data control is managed directly on the local device:

7. Data Security

Security of user information is prioritized, and commercially reasonable technical and organizational safeguards are employed. However, no method of electronic storage or internet transmission is 100% immune to vulnerabilities, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Service is designed for a general audience. There is no intentional collection or solicitation of personal information from children under the age of 13. If it is discovered that a child under 13 has provided personal data without parental consent, please send a notification immediately to the contact email so that the information can be promptly removed.

9. International Privacy Regulations & Scope

10. Policy Changes & Transfer of Ownership

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically by posting the revised version on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. In the event of a merger, acquisition, or transfer of the application or its service, stored data will remain subject to the provisions of this Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Information

For any questions, suggestions, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact: