Nil App Privacy Policy

# Privacy Policy for Nil Stream App

**Last Updated:** October 21, 2025

## Introduction

Nil Stream App ("we", "our", or "us") operates the Nil Stream mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

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## 1. Information We Collect

### 1.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or use our App, we may collect the following personal information:

- **Email Address** - For account creation and authentication

- **Display Name/Username** - For your profile and user identification

- **Profile Photo** - Optional, for personalizing your account

- **Password** - Encrypted and securely stored for account security

### 1.2 User-Generated Content

- **Videos and Shorts** - Content you upload to the App

- **Thumbnails** - Images associated with your uploaded content

- **Comments** - Text comments you post on videos and shorts

- **Likes/Dislikes** - Your engagement with content

- **Subscriptions** - Channels you subscribe to and creators you follow

- **Subscriber Information** - Your subscriber count if you are a content creator

- **Creator Profiles** - Information about content creators you interact with

### 1.3 Automatically Collected Information

- **Device Information** - Device model, operating system version

- **Usage Data** - Videos watched, app interactions, session duration

- **Local Storage Data** - Downloaded videos and playlists stored locally on your device

- **Network Status** - Internet connectivity status (used for offline mode detection only)

- **App Navigation** - Screen navigation and back button interactions for improved UX

### 1.4 Third-Party Authentication

If you sign in using Google Sign-In, we receive:

- Your Google account email address

- Your Google profile name

- Your Google profile photo (if available)

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## 2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

### 2.1 Core Functionality

- To create and manage your user account

- To enable video and short uploads, viewing, and streaming

- To process and display comments, likes, and subscriptions

- To manage channel subscriptions and track subscriber counts

- To personalize your app experience and content recommendations

- To manage downloads and playlists

- To detect network connectivity and provide offline mode functionality

- To enable smooth navigation and back button handling

### 2.2 Communication

- To send you authentication emails

- To respond to your inquiries and support requests

- To send important updates about the App (if applicable)

### 2.3 Improvement and Analytics

- To analyze app usage and improve features

- To debug and fix technical issues

- To enhance user experience and performance

### 2.4 Security

- To protect against unauthorized access and fraudulent activity

- To enforce our Terms of Service

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## 3. Data Storage and Security

### 3.1 Cloud Storage

- User account data, videos, and metadata are stored using **Google Firebase** (Firestore and Authentication)

- Videos and thumbnails are stored using **Cloudinary** cloud storage

- All data is transmitted using secure HTTPS connections

### 3.2 Local Storage

- Downloaded videos and playlists are stored locally on your device

- This data is stored in your app's private storage directory

- Local data is deleted when you uninstall the App

### 3.3 Security Measures

- Passwords are encrypted and never stored in plain text

- User authentication is managed by Firebase Authentication

- We implement industry-standard security practices to protect your data

**However, please note:** No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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## 4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

### 4.1 Public Information

The following information is **publicly visible** to all App users:

- Your display name/username

- Your profile photo (if set)

- Videos and shorts you upload

- Comments you post

- Your subscriber count (if you are a content creator)

- Channels you subscribe to (visible on your profile)

- Your uploaded content statistics (video count, shorts count)

### 4.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We use the following third-party services to provide our App:

| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |

|---------|---------|----------------|

| **Google Firebase** | Authentication, database, hosting, real-time subscriptions | [Firebase Privacy](https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy) |

| **Cloudinary** | Video and image hosting | [Cloudinary Privacy](https://cloudinary.com/privacy) |

| **Google Sign-In** | Third-party authentication | [Google Privacy](https://policies.google.com/privacy) |

| **The Movie Database (TMDB)** | Movie information and metadata | [TMDB Privacy](https://www.themoviedb.org/privacy-policy) |

| **Connectivity Plus** | Network connectivity detection (local device only) | Open source package |

### 4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

- Legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)

- Protection of our rights and safety

- Investigation of fraud or security issues

- Compliance with applicable laws and regulations

### 4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

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## 5. Children's Privacy

Our App is **not intended for children under 13 years of age**. 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, and we will delete such information from our systems.

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## 6. Your Rights and Choices

### 6.1 Access and Update

You can access and update your profile information directly in the App under **Profile Settings**.

### 6.2 Delete Account

You can delete your account directly from the app:

- Go to **Profile** → **Settings** → **Delete Account**

- Confirm deletion when prompted

- Your account will be deleted immediately

Alternatively, you can:

- Visit our help page: https://sites.google.com/view/nilapp-user-help/home

- Email us at: thomasalbin35@gmail.com

All your data (account, uploaded content, comments, subscriptions) will be deleted permanently.

### 6.3 Manage Subscriptions

You can subscribe and unsubscribe from channels directly in the App by:

- Tapping the subscribe/unsubscribe button on videos, shorts, or creator profiles

- Managing your subscriptions in your profile's "Subscriptions" tab

### 6.4 Manage Downloads

You can manage and delete downloaded videos and playlists from the **Downloads** section of the App.

### 6.5 Revoke Permissions

You can revoke app permissions (storage, network access, etc.) through your device settings at any time.

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## 7. Data Retention

- **Active Accounts**: We retain your data for as long as your account is active

- **Deleted Accounts**: Data is deleted **immediately** when you delete your account from the app

- **Legal Requirements**: Some data may be retained longer if required by law

- **Local Downloads**: Deleted when you uninstall the App or manually delete them

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## 8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country of residence. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws.

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## 9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our App may use:

- **Local Storage**: To store user preferences and downloaded content

- **Authentication Tokens**: To maintain your login session

- **Network State Monitoring**: To detect connectivity and provide offline mode

- **Session Management**: To maintain your login state and app navigation

- **Analytics**: To understand app usage (if implemented)

We do **not** use cookies for advertising or tracking across other apps or websites.

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## 10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

**Material changes** will be notified through:

- An in-app notification

- Email notification (if we have your email)

Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

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## 11. Third-Party Links

Our App may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., TMDB for movie information). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. Please review their privacy policies.

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## 12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

**Email:** thomasalbin35@gmail.com

**App Name:** Nil Stream App

**Account Deletion:** https://sites.google.com/view/nilapp-user-help/home

**Response Time:** We aim to respond to all inquiries within **24 hours**.

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## 13. Your Consent

By using the Nil Stream App, you consent to:

- The collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy

- The storage of your data on third-party cloud services (Firebase, Cloudinary)

- The public visibility of your uploaded content and user activity

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## 14. Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of **[Your Country/State]**, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

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**Thank you for trusting Nil Stream App with your data. We are committed to protecting your privacy.**

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## Summary (Quick Reference)

✅ **We collect:** Email, username, profile photo, uploaded content, subscriptions

✅ **We use it for:** Account management, app functionality, content delivery, subscriptions

✅ **We store it on:** Google Firebase, Cloudinary (secure cloud services)

✅ **We share it with:** Only necessary third-party services (Firebase, Cloudinary, TMDB)

✅ **You can:** View, update, delete your data, manage subscriptions, and downloads anytime

✅ **We protect:** Your data with industry-standard security measures

✅ **Offline mode:** Works locally on your device, no data sent when offline

❌ **We DON'T:** Sell your data or use it for advertising

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*This privacy policy was last updated on October 21, 2025*

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