URMI Consortium

Privacy Policy

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by

shreebhattji
in

For Android Applications Developed by Urmic.org for Broadcasters, Publishers, News Channels, TV Channels, OTT Platforms, and Media Organizations

Effective Date: May 27, 2026

This Privacy Policy applies to all Android applications (“Apps”) developed, operated, published, maintained, or technically managed by Urmic.org on behalf of broadcasters, publishers, media companies, digital news publishers, OTT platforms, radio stations, and related organizations (“Broadcasters”).

This Privacy Policy is intended to support compliance with:

1. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to all Android mobile applications created or managed by Urmic.org for:

  • News channels
  • Television broadcasters
  • OTT platforms
  • Digital media publishers
  • Radio broadcasters
  • Live streaming platforms
  • Media distribution entities

Each Broadcaster may independently operate and control its own content, moderation, streaming infrastructure, advertisements, and policies.

2. No User Tracking or Monitoring

Unless explicitly disclosed within a specific App:

  • The App does not intentionally track users.
  • The App does not intentionally monitor personal activities.
  • The App does not intentionally collect sensitive personal information.
  • The App does not intentionally record private communications.
  • The App does not intentionally profile users for surveillance purposes.
  • The App does not intentionally sell personal user data.

Urmic.org aims to maintain a privacy-focused technical infrastructure wherever reasonably possible.

3. Information That May Be Processed Automatically

Certain limited technical information may be processed automatically by Android systems, Google Play Services, content delivery networks, hosting infrastructure, streaming providers, or integrated third-party services for operational purposes.

This may include:

  • Device type
  • Android version
  • App version
  • Crash diagnostics
  • Basic network logs
  • Anonymous performance analytics
  • Streaming delivery metadata

Such processing may be necessary for:

  • Video/audio streaming
  • Stability improvements
  • Fraud prevention
  • Security protection
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Compliance with platform requirements

Urmic.org does not guarantee full operational control over third-party infrastructure or integrated external services.

4. Third-Party Services

Apps may utilize or integrate third-party services including but not limited to:

  • Google Play Services
  • YouTube
  • CDN providers
  • Streaming infrastructure
  • External embedded content
  • Social media integrations
  • Advertising networks
  • Analytics services

Such third-party services may independently collect or process information under their own privacy policies and terms.

Users are encouraged to review the policies of those third parties separately.

5. Data Safety & Google Play Compliance

Google Play requires developers to maintain accurate disclosures regarding user data handling and privacy practices.

Apps developed by Urmic.org are intended to comply with applicable Google Play disclosure requirements based on the actual technical configuration of each App.

Broadcasters and publishers are responsible for ensuring that any additional SDKs, advertisements, analytics tools, or integrations they request are properly disclosed where required.

6. Content Classification & Age Ratings

Broadcasters and publishers are responsible for content classification compliance under applicable Indian regulations including MIB advisories and IT Rules, 2021.

Where applicable, content may be categorized as:

  • U (Universal)
  • U/A 7+
  • U/A 13+
  • U/A 16+
  • A (Adult)

Classification may consider:

  • Violence
  • Language
  • Horror
  • Sexual content
  • Nudity
  • Substance use
  • Mature themes

Publishers are solely responsible for assigning and maintaining appropriate content ratings.

7. Children’s Privacy

Apps are not intentionally designed to unlawfully collect personal information from children.

For age-restricted or mature content, broadcasters may implement parental controls or age restrictions where applicable.

Parents or guardians who believe personal information has been improperly submitted may contact the relevant broadcaster or Urmic.org.

8. Broadcaster Responsibility

Broadcasters and publishers remain solely responsible for:

  • Published content
  • Editorial decisions
  • Streaming operations
  • Copyright compliance
  • Advertising compliance
  • User communications
  • Legal and regulatory obligations
  • Content moderation
  • Age ratings
  • Grievance handling obligations

Urmic.org primarily functions as a technical development and infrastructure provider.

9. Grievance Redressal Mechanism

Users may submit complaints, legal notices, copyright concerns, regulatory complaints, or grievance requests through:

Official Redressal Portal

Urmic Redressal Portal

Complaints may be forwarded to the relevant broadcaster, publisher, hosting provider, or competent authority where appropriate.

10. External Links & Embedded Content

Apps may contain:

  • External links
  • Embedded videos
  • Third-party streams
  • Advertisements
  • Social media integrations
  • External websites

Urmic.org does not control or guarantee the safety, legality, availability, or privacy practices of external services.

Users access third-party services at their own risk.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

To the fullest extent permitted under applicable law:

Apps are provided on an “AS IS” and “AS AVAILABLE” basis without warranties of any kind.

Urmic.org disclaims all warranties including:

  • Availability
  • Reliability
  • Accuracy
  • Security
  • Merchantability
  • Fitness for a particular purpose
  • Compatibility
  • Non-infringement

No guarantee is provided regarding uninterrupted or error-free operation.

12. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law:

Urmic.org, its developers, partners, contractors, broadcasters, and affiliates shall not be liable for:

  • Content disputes
  • Editorial decisions
  • Broadcast interruptions
  • Streaming failures
  • Data loss
  • Device issues
  • Regulatory disputes
  • Copyright claims
  • Third-party actions
  • Unauthorized access
  • Cyber incidents
  • Indirect damages
  • Consequential damages
  • Financial losses

Users access Apps and broadcaster content entirely at their own discretion and risk.

13. Regulatory Cooperation

Urmic.org may cooperate with lawful requests, court orders, government notices, takedown directions, or regulatory requirements where legally required.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically without prior notice.

Continued use of the App after modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Information

Organization: Urmic.org
Redressal Portal: https://redressal.urmic.org/
Email: devdatt.bhatt@urmic.org