# Privacy Policy for WATDplayer
**Last Updated:** November 19, 2025
## Introduction
WATDplayer ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the WATDplayer mobile application (the "App").
## Age Restriction
WATDplayer is intended for users aged 16 and older due to mature themes in some of our podcast content. By using this App, you confirm that you are at least 16 years of age.
## Information We Collect
### Information You Provide
- **No Account Required:** WATDplayer does not require you to create an account or provide personal information to use the App.
### Automatically Collected Information
- **Device Information:** We may collect basic device information such as device type, operating system version, and app version for troubleshooting and improving the App.
- **Usage Data:** We may collect anonymous usage statistics such as which episodes you play and app features you use to improve our content and user experience.
- **Location Data:** The App uses your GPS location to provide location-based audio experiences. Location data is processed locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers or stored permanently.
### Push Notifications (Optional)
- If you opt-in to push notifications, we collect your device token to send you notifications about new podcast episodes. You can disable notifications at any time in your device settings.
## How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the App's functionality
- Deliver location-based audio content
- Send push notifications about new episodes (if enabled)
- Improve the App and user experience
- Troubleshoot technical issues
## Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:
- **Service Providers:** We may use third-party services (such as Firebase for push notifications) that may collect and process data on our behalf. These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.
- **Legal Requirements:** We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
## Third-Party Services
The App may use third-party services that have their own privacy policies:
- **Firebase Cloud Messaging:** For push notifications (if enabled)
- **Apple Push Notification Service (APNs):** For delivering notifications to iOS devices
## Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
## Your Rights and Choices
- **Location Services:** You can disable location access in your device settings, though this will limit the App's core functionality.
- **Push Notifications:** You can opt-out of push notifications at any time through your device settings.
- **Data Deletion:** Since we do not store personal data on our servers, deleting the App from your device will remove all locally stored data.
## Children's Privacy
WATDplayer is not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately.
## 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 new Privacy Policy in the App and updating the "Last Updated" date.
## Data Retention
- **Local Data:** Audio playback progress and preferences are stored locally on your device and are not transmitted to our servers.
- **Device Tokens:** If you enable push notifications, your device token is stored securely and deleted if you uninstall the App or disable notifications.
## International Users
The App is operated in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that information we collect will be transferred to and processed in the United States.
## Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
**Email:** grr@wlfdr.com
**Website:** www.wlfdr.com
## Consent
By using WATDplayer, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
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**Note:** This privacy policy is designed to comply with general privacy regulations including GDPR, CCPA, and Apple App Store requirements. You should consult with a legal professional to ensure it meets all applicable laws in your jurisdiction.