Privacy Policy for NovaStream: Live TV & Movies
Effective Date: September 2, 2026
Last Updated: September 2, 2026
Application: NovaStream: Live TV & Movies
Package Name: com.novastream.iptv.player
1. Introduction
Welcome to NovaStream: Live TV & Movies ("we", "our", or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency regarding how your data is handled. This Privacy Policy details our practices concerning data collection, usage, permissions, and security in compliance with Google Play Developer Program Policies, GDPR, and CCPA regulations.
2. Essential IPTV & Copyright Disclaimer
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:
- No Media Hosted: NovaStream does not supply, host, transmit, broadcast, or include any media content, live TV channels, or video streams.
- User-Provided Content: The application functions strictly as a media player tool. Users are solely responsible for providing their own playlists, stream URLs, or M3U/M3U8 links obtained legally.
- No Third-Party Affiliation: NovaStream has no affiliation with any third-party IPTV service, playlist distributor, or stream provider.
- Copyright Protection: We strictly do not endorse or support the streaming of copyrighted material without authorized permission from the copyright owner.
3. Information We Collect
A. Information Stored Locally on Your Device
Any custom playlists, stream URLs, bookmarks, watch history, or favorite channels you add are stored strictly locally on your device. We do not transmit, collect, or store your personal playlists or viewing records on external servers.
B. Automatically Collected Technical Data (Via Third-Party SDKs)
When using the app, certain non-personally identifiable diagnostic information is collected by integrated third-party analytics and advertising SDKs:
- Device Specifications: Device model, operating system version, language settings, and Google Advertising ID.
- Crash & Performance Logs: Aggregated crash data and performance diagnostics (via Firebase Crashlytics) to detect and resolve application bugs.
- Network Information: Network type (Wi-Fi or cellular) to optimize video buffer management and local device discovery (Cast to Smart TV).
4. Application Permissions & Usage
NovaStream requests only the necessary permissions required for core media player functionality:
- INTERNET & ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Required to play user-provided video streams and load playlist data.
- ACCESS_WIFI_STATE & CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE: Required to discover DLNA, Smart TVs, and casting devices on your local Wi-Fi.
- FOREGROUND_SERVICE: Required for continuous audio playback when the screen is off or in Picture-in-Picture (PiP) mode.
- WAKE_LOCK: Prevents your device screen from sleeping while video playback is active.
We do NOT request sensitive permissions such as Camera, Microphone, Contacts, GPS Location, or SMS.
5. Third-Party Services & Advertising
To support the free availability of NovaStream, we integrate trusted third-party SDKs:
- Google AdMob: Serves banner, interstitial, native, and rewarded advertisements. (https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads)
- Google Play Services: Core platform APIs and advertising identifiers. (https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- Firebase Crashlytics & Analytics: App stability reports and crash diagnostics. (https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy)
- Google User Messaging Platform (UMP): Delivers GDPR and privacy consent forms for European and global users.
6. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
NovaStream is designed for a general audience and is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
7. Data Retention & User Deletion Rights
Because playlists, bookmarks, and watch history are stored exclusively in your device's local application sandbox, you maintain full control over your data. Clearing app cache/data or uninstalling the app permanently deletes all stored preferences and history from your device.
8. Contact Us & DMCA / Copyright Inquiries
If you have any questions, feedback, or DMCA copyright inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our support team:
- Email: trandyapp3@gamil.com
- Application: NovaStream: Live TV & Movies