Introduction

Vaster105FM ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Vaster105FM mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Account Information

• Full name and email address (when you register an account)
• Role designation (e.g., listener or administrator)

Usage and Activity Data

• Page visit data, including which pages you view and aggregate visit counts
• Song requests you submit, including song title, artist, your name, and optional message
• Song reactions (thumbs up / heart) and likes you give to tracks or featured artists
• Community chat messages you send, including your display name and email
• Chat reactions and presence indicators (e.g., typing status)

Device and Location Data

• Approximate geographic location derived from your IP address (country-level only)
• A unique browser session identifier used to track aggregate visit statistics

Technical Data

• Device type, operating system, and browser information
• Log data and usage analytics to help us improve the Service

How We Use Your Information

• To provide, operate, and maintain the Service, including live audio streaming and playback
• To process and display song requests, reactions, and community chat messages
• To track and display aggregate visitor statistics and active listener counts
• To manage your account and provide authentication
• To moderate community chat using automated and AI-assisted tools to enforce community rules
• To display recently played songs, featured artists, and programming schedules
• To send you service-related communications and respond to your inquiries
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and policy violations

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We use third-party platforms to power the Service, including our backend infrastructure provider (Base44) and our live audio streaming provider (Zeno.fm). These providers have access to your information only to perform services on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for other purposes.
• Community Features: Chat messages, song requests, and reactions you submit are visible to other users of the Service as part of its interactive community features.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. Aggregate and anonymized statistics may be retained indefinitely. Chat messages and moderation logs are retained in accordance with our community guidelines. You may request deletion of your account at any time (see "Your Rights" below).

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your account and associated personal data
• Opt out of certain data collection or processing activities
• Withdraw consent to data processing where consent was given

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at opensourcemediabb@gmail.com. You can also delete your account directly within the app's About page.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures designed to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.

Third-Party Links and Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate third-party services (such as streaming providers, social sharing, and analytics tools). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the updated policy within the app and updating the "Last updated" date at the top. You are encouraged to review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: