Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 14-03-2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Katha, operated by the Katha team ("we", "our", or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the Katha mobile application ("App"). By using the App, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

• Name
• Email address
• Profile picture
• Profile information you voluntarily provide

B. Usage Information

• Device information (device model, OS version)
• App usage data
• Log data and crash reports

C. Advertising Data

Advertising partners may use cookies or similar technologies to provide personalized ads in accordance with their privacy policies.

If advertisements are shown in the App, third-party advertising partners may collect:

• Device identifiers
• Advertising ID
• IP address
• Ad interaction data

D. Payment Information

If you purchase a premium subscription within the App, payment processing is handled by Google Play. We do not collect or store your credit or debit card information. We may receive confirmation of subscription status from Google Play.

3. How We Use Information

• To provide and maintain the App
• To authenticate user accounts
• To improve app performance
• To personalize user experience
• To display relevant advertisements
• To respond to user support requests

4. Third-Party Services

Katha may use third-party services such as:

• Firebase (Authentication, Database, Analytics, Crash Reporting)
• Google AdMob (Advertising services)
• Google Play Billing (Subscription payments)

These services may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no electronic transmission or storage system is completely secure.

Your data may be processed and stored on secure servers provided by trusted third-party service providers.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.

7. Account Deletion

You may request account deletion by:

• Using the in-app account deletion feature (if available), or
• Emailing us at: kathalok2112@gmail.com

Upon verified request, we will delete your personal data associated with your account, unless retention is required by law.

8. Children's Privacy

Katha is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted at this URL. Continued use of the App after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Email: kathalok2112@gmail.com

App Name: Katha