Privacy Policy

1Introduction

Welcome to Mahabharata Wisdom ("the App," "we," "us," or "our"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience using our application.

This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information in relation to our mobile application, which provides educational content about Mahabharata characters, Bhagavad Gita verses, and life lessons from ancient Indian wisdom.

By using Mahabharata Wisdom, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

2Information We DO NOT Collect

Mahabharata Wisdom is designed with privacy as a core principle. We want to be clear about what we do not collect:

In short: We collect ZERO personal data from you.

3Data Stored Locally on Your Device

While we don't collect any data, the app does store some information locally on your device to provide you with a personalized experience:

Local Storage Includes:

• User Preferences: Language selection (English or Hindi)
• Theme Settings: Light mode, Dark mode, or System theme preference
• Font Size: Your chosen reading text size (Small, Medium, or Large)
• Reading Progress: Scroll position and reading time for character stories
• App State: Last viewed character or section

4No User Accounts Required

Mahabharata Wisdom does not require you to create an account, sign up, or log in. You can use all features of the app immediately upon installation without providing any personal information.

There are no:

• Registration forms
• Email verifications
• Social media logins
• Password requirements
• User profiles

5No Third-Party Services

Mahabharata Wisdom operates completely independently and does not integrate with any third-party services that might collect your data, including:

• ❌ No analytics services (Google Analytics, Firebase Analytics, etc.)
• ❌ No advertising networks or ad SDKs
• ❌ No crash reporting tools
• ❌ No social media integrations
• ❌ No cloud storage or backup services
• ❌ No user tracking or behavioral analysis tools

Result: Your data cannot be collected by third parties because we don't use any.

6Permissions Required

Mahabharata Wisdom requests minimal permissions to function:

Required Permissions:

• Storage (if applicable): Only to save your local preferences on your device
• Internet (if applicable): Not currently used, but may be required for future features like sharing content

We do not request or use:

• ❌ Camera or photos
• ❌ Microphone or audio recording
• ❌ Location services
• ❌ Contacts or phone data
• ❌ Calendar or SMS

7Content and Intellectual Property

The content provided in Mahabharata Wisdom, including character stories, Bhagavad Gita verses, and life lessons, is based on:

• Ancient texts in the public domain (Mahabharata and Bhagavad Gita)
• Original interpretations and translations created for this app
• Traditional scholarly interpretations

The specific presentations, UI design, and original content in this app are protected by copyright.

8Children's Privacy

Mahabharata Wisdom is suitable for all ages and does not knowingly collect any personal information from children under 13 or any other age group.

Since we don't collect any data at all, there is no risk of children's data being collected, stored, or shared.

Parents can feel confident letting their children use this app without privacy concerns.

9Data Security

While we don't collect or transmit your data, we still take security seriously:

• All data stored locally on your device is protected by your device's security features
• We follow secure coding practices in app development
• Regular updates address any potential security vulnerabilities
• No data transmission means no interception risk

10Sharing Content

The app includes a "Share with Friends" feature that allows you to share information about the app via your device's native sharing functionality (email, messaging apps, social media, etc.).

Important:

• We only facilitate sharing; we don't collect or track what you share
• Sharing is done through your device's system, not through our servers
• Any data shared is subject to the privacy policies of the platform you choose to share on

11Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.

When we make changes:

• We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Significant changes will be communicated through app updates
• Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12Your Rights and Choices

Since we don't collect any personal data, most privacy rights (like right to access, deletion, or portability) are not applicable. However:

• Right to Uninstall: You can delete the app and all locally stored data at any time
• Right to Privacy: You can use the app with complete privacy assurance
• Right to Information: You can contact us with any privacy questions

13Disclaimer

Please note:

• Mahabharata Wisdom is provided for educational and spiritual enrichment purposes only
• Content interpretations may vary and should not be considered the sole source of information
• The app is not intended to provide personal, professional, legal, medical, or financial advice
• See our complete Disclaimer within the app for more information

14Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - European Union
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) - United States
• Information Technology Act, 2000 - India
• Google Play Store privacy requirements
• Apple App Store privacy requirements

Compliance is easy for us because we simply don't collect any data.