Privacy Policy for FM Radio
Privacy Policy for FM Radio
Privacy Policy for FM Radio
Last updated: April 2026
Last updated: April 2026
Where this Policy applies
Where this Policy applies
This Privacy Policy applies to the FM Radio iOS application and related services operated by Pixster Studio (collectively, the "Service"). For simplicity, we refer to them as our "app" or "services" in this Privacy Policy. This Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, when we share it, and the choices available to you.
This Privacy Policy applies to the FM Radio iOS application and related services operated by Pixster Studio (collectively, the "Service"). For simplicity, we refer to them as our "app" or "services" in this Privacy Policy. This Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, when we share it, and the choices available to you.
Overview of the Service
Overview of the Service
Our FM Radio app lets users access radio stations, discover and listen to podcasts, stream audio using AirPlay, use Apple CarPlay compatible playback experiences, identify music through Shazam-related functionality where available, and optionally submit radio-related information or corrections to us for review.
Radio station and related metadata may be obtained from publicly available or licensed sources. Podcast content, metadata, and related services are provided through a third-party paid API provider, Taddy, and may also be subject to that provider's terms and privacy practices where applicable.
Our FM Radio app lets users access radio stations, discover and listen to podcasts, stream audio using AirPlay, use Apple CarPlay compatible playback experiences, identify music through Shazam-related functionality where available, and optionally submit radio-related information or corrections to us for review.
Radio station and related metadata may be obtained from publicly available or licensed sources. Podcast content, metadata, and related services are provided through a third-party paid API provider, Taddy, and may also be subject to that provider's terms and privacy practices where applicable.
Information you give us
Information you give us
You may choose to give us information in the following ways:
When you contact us for support, you may provide your name, email address, and the contents of your message.
When you submit radio-related data, corrections, feedback, or suggestions, we collect the information you choose to provide in that submission.
If certain optional features allow you to share content, feedback, or recommendations, we collect the information needed to process that request.
You may choose to give us information in the following ways:
When you contact us for support, you may provide your name, email address, and the contents of your message.
When you submit radio-related data, corrections, feedback, or suggestions, we collect the information you choose to provide in that submission.
If certain optional features allow you to share content, feedback, or recommendations, we collect the information needed to process that request.
Information collected when you use our services
Information collected when you use our services
When you use our services, we may collect information about your use of the app and the device you use to access it.
Usage Information
We may collect information about your activity in the app, such as features used, screens viewed, listening actions, podcast interactions, session dates and times, time spent in the app, and app performance events.
We may collect diagnostics information such as crash logs, app version, device type, operating system version, and similar technical information to maintain and improve the app.
Device Information
We may collect technical information from and about the device you use to access the services, including IP address, device type, operating system, language, app version, time zone, and identifiers permitted by applicable law.
We may also collect information about your network connection, such as mobile carrier or Wi-Fi status, when needed to deliver and optimize streaming.
Location Data
With your permission, we may access your location to help surface relevant local or nearby radio stations and improve regional content discovery. Location data is used only for these app features and is not used for advertising or tracking.
We do not require precise location to use the core listening features of the app unless a location-based feature specifically depends on it.
If location permission is denied, core app functionality may still remain available, but localized station discovery may be limited.
Microphone / Audio Access
With your permission, we may access the microphone when you actively use music identification functionality such as Shazam-related features available through the app.
Microphone access is used only when you actively initiate music identification functionality, is not used in the background, and is not used for unrelated advertising purposes.
CarPlay and AirPlay
When you use AirPlay or Apple CarPlay features, the app may process playback, device, and session information needed to enable audio streaming and playback controls on supported devices.
When you use our services, we may collect information about your use of the app and the device you use to access it.
Usage Information
We may collect information about your activity in the app, such as features used, screens viewed, listening actions, podcast interactions, session dates and times, time spent in the app, and app performance events.
We may collect diagnostics information such as crash logs, app version, device type, operating system version, and similar technical information to maintain and improve the app.
Device Information
We may collect technical information from and about the device you use to access the services, including IP address, device type, operating system, language, app version, time zone, and identifiers permitted by applicable law.
We may also collect information about your network connection, such as mobile carrier or Wi-Fi status, when needed to deliver and optimize streaming.
Location Data
With your permission, we may access your location to help surface relevant local or nearby radio stations and improve regional content discovery. Location data is used only for these app features and is not used for advertising or tracking.
We do not require precise location to use the core listening features of the app unless a location-based feature specifically depends on it.
If location permission is denied, core app functionality may still remain available, but localized station discovery may be limited.
Microphone / Audio Access
With your permission, we may access the microphone when you actively use music identification functionality such as Shazam-related features available through the app.
Microphone access is used only when you actively initiate music identification functionality, is not used in the background, and is not used for unrelated advertising purposes.
CarPlay and AirPlay
When you use AirPlay or Apple CarPlay features, the app may process playback, device, and session information needed to enable audio streaming and playback controls on supported devices.
Information we receive from third parties
Information we receive from third parties
Public or licensed radio data sources: We may receive station names, stream URLs, genres, logos, regions, languages, and other station-related metadata from public or licensed sources.
Taddy podcast API: Podcast metadata, program details, episode information, artwork, and related podcast content may be provided through Taddy or its upstream content sources.
Analytics and infrastructure providers: We may receive technical and analytics information from service providers that help us operate, secure, and improve the app.
How we use information
How we use information
We use information for the following purposes:
To provide FM radio streaming, podcast browsing, playback, AirPlay, CarPlay, and music identification features.
To personalize station or podcast discovery based on language, country, region, device settings, or approximate location where permitted.
To review user-submitted radio-related information and improve the quality, accuracy, and availability of station listings and metadata.
To respond to support requests, questions, and feedback.
To monitor service performance, troubleshoot bugs, prevent abuse, and maintain the security and integrity of the app.
To analyze app usage and improve existing features or develop new ones.
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.
We use information for the following purposes:
To provide FM radio streaming, podcast browsing, playback, AirPlay, CarPlay, and music identification features.
To personalize station or podcast discovery based on language, country, region, device settings, or approximate location where permitted.
To review user-submitted radio-related information and improve the quality, accuracy, and availability of station listings and metadata.
To respond to support requests, questions, and feedback.
To monitor service performance, troubleshoot bugs, prevent abuse, and maintain the security and integrity of the app.
To analyze app usage and improve existing features or develop new ones.
To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.
Analytics and diagnostics
Analytics and diagnostics
We may use analytics and diagnostics tools, including analytics providers such as Firebase, to understand app performance, app stability, feature usage, and app reliability. These providers may process device and usage data on our behalf in accordance with their own privacy terms and applicable law.
We may use analytics and diagnostics tools, including analytics providers such as Firebase, to understand app performance, app stability, feature usage, and app reliability. These providers may process device and usage data on our behalf in accordance with their own privacy terms and applicable law.
How we share information
How we share information
We do not sell your personal information for money. We may share information in the following limited situations:
With service providers and vendors that help us host, operate, analyze, support, or improve the app.
With content or infrastructure partners, including podcast API providers such as Taddy, where necessary to deliver podcast-related functionality.
With public authorities, regulators, courts, or law enforcement where required by law or where necessary to protect rights, safety, or the integrity of the service.
In connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, sale of assets, or similar corporate transaction, subject to applicable safeguards.
We do not sell your personal information for money. We may share information in the following limited situations:
With service providers and vendors that help us host, operate, analyze, support, or improve the app.
With content or infrastructure partners, including podcast API providers such as Taddy, where necessary to deliver podcast-related functionality.
With public authorities, regulators, courts, or law enforcement where required by law or where necessary to protect rights, safety, or the integrity of the service.
In connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, reorganization, sale of assets, or similar corporate transaction, subject to applicable safeguards.
User-submitted radio data
User-submitted radio data
If you submit radio-related data, corrections, stream links, station details, or similar materials, you represent that you have the right to submit that information. We may review, use, store, and act on such submissions to improve the app, validate station listings, maintain service quality, and respond to support or compliance-related requests.
The app may also provide a removal-request option in Settings under Data Transparency so that station owners, rights holders, or other affected parties can request review or removal of a radio station listing, stream, or related metadata, including where they believe content is unauthorized, inaccurate, or infringes copyright or other rights. When you submit a removal request, we may collect and use the details you provide, such as your name, contact information, station information, supporting documentation, and the reason for the request, to verify, investigate, communicate about, and process the request.
We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to review, verify, refuse, or remove any user-submitted data or removal requests at our discretion for legal, compliance, or service integrity reasons.
If you submit radio-related data, corrections, stream links, station details, or similar materials, you represent that you have the right to submit that information. We may review, use, store, and act on such submissions to improve the app, validate station listings, maintain service quality, and respond to support or compliance-related requests.
The app may also provide a removal-request option in Settings under Data Transparency so that station owners, rights holders, or other affected parties can request review or removal of a radio station listing, stream, or related metadata, including where they believe content is unauthorized, inaccurate, or infringes copyright or other rights. When you submit a removal request, we may collect and use the details you provide, such as your name, contact information, station information, supporting documentation, and the reason for the request, to verify, investigate, communicate about, and process the request.
We reserve the right, but are not obligated, to review, verify, refuse, or remove any user-submitted data or removal requests at our discretion for legal, compliance, or service integrity reasons.
Third-party content and services
Third-party content and services
The app may display, access, or rely on third-party content, feeds, APIs, websites, and streaming sources. Radio streams, podcast content, artwork, metadata, and external links may be controlled by third parties. We do not control all third-party content and are not responsible for the privacy practices or availability of external services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of third-party providers you interact with through the app. We do not control third-party content or data provided by services such as Taddy and process only the minimum data required to enable podcast functionality.
The app may display, access, or rely on third-party content, feeds, APIs, websites, and streaming sources. Radio streams, podcast content, artwork, metadata, and external links may be controlled by third parties. We do not control all third-party content and are not responsible for the privacy practices or availability of external services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of third-party providers you interact with through the app. We do not control third-party content or data provided by services such as Taddy and process only the minimum data required to enable podcast functionality.
Legal bases for processing (where applicable)
Legal bases for processing (where applicable)
Where applicable under laws such as the GDPR, we process personal data on one or more of the following legal bases:
Performance of a contract, including providing the app and requested features.
Legitimate interests, such as app security, fraud prevention, analytics, service improvement, and support.
Consent, where required, including for permissions such as microphone or location access and certain analytics or advertising practices.
Compliance with legal obligations.
Where applicable under laws such as the GDPR, we process personal data on one or more of the following legal bases:
Performance of a contract, including providing the app and requested features.
Legitimate interests, such as app security, fraud prevention, analytics, service improvement, and support.
Consent, where required, including for permissions such as microphone or location access and certain analytics or advertising practices.
Compliance with legal obligations.
Cookies and similar technologies
Cookies and similar technologies
We and our service providers may use SDKs, local storage, device identifiers, and similar technologies to operate the app, remember settings, analyze usage, detect issues, and support analytics, attribution, advertising measurement, and tracking where applicable and permitted by law. Where tracking is used, it is subject to your consent through Apple’s App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework. You will be asked for permission before any tracking occurs, and you can change your choice at any time in your device settings. If you do not allow tracking, your data will not be used for cross-app or third-party advertising purposes. Where required, you may be given choices regarding tracking or personalized advertising through device settings or in-app disclosures.
We and our service providers may use SDKs, local storage, device identifiers, and similar technologies to operate the app, remember settings, analyze usage, detect issues, and support analytics, attribution, advertising measurement, and tracking where applicable and permitted by law. Where tracking is used, it is subject to your consent through Apple’s App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework. You will be asked for permission before any tracking occurs, and you can change your choice at any time in your device settings. If you do not allow tracking, your data will not be used for cross-app or third-party advertising purposes. Where required, you may be given choices regarding tracking or personalized advertising through device settings or in-app disclosures.
Apple App Tracking Transparency and device choices
Apple App Tracking Transparency and device choices
On Apple devices, you can manage app tracking permissions through your device settings. If the app engages in tracking as defined by Apple, we will request permission where required. You can also manage location, microphone, notifications, and other permissions in your device settings at any time.
On Apple devices, you can manage app tracking permissions through your device settings. If the app engages in tracking as defined by Apple, we will request permission where required. You can also manage location, microphone, notifications, and other permissions in your device settings at any time.
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)
California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you may have rights to know, access, correct, delete, and limit certain uses of your personal information, subject to applicable exceptions. You may also have the right to opt out of certain sharing or selling practices, if applicable under California law. To exercise your rights, contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.
If you are a California resident, you may have rights to know, access, correct, delete, and limit certain uses of your personal information, subject to applicable exceptions. You may also have the right to opt out of certain sharing or selling practices, if applicable under California law. To exercise your rights, contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or similar jurisdictions, you may have rights including access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection, withdrawal of consent, and data portability, subject to applicable law. You may also lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
To exercise your privacy rights, contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.
If you are located in the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or similar jurisdictions, you may have rights including access, correction, deletion, restriction, objection, withdrawal of consent, and data portability, subject to applicable law. You may also lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
To exercise your privacy rights, contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.
International data transfers
International data transfers
Your information may be processed in countries other than the one where you live. Where required by law, we take steps intended to provide appropriate safeguards for international transfers of personal data.
Your information may be processed in countries other than the one where you live. Where required by law, we take steps intended to provide appropriate safeguards for international transfers of personal data.
Data retention
Data retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
Children's privacy
Children's privacy
Our app is not directed to children under 13, or the minimum age required in the relevant jurisdiction, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from such children. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, please contact us so we can review and delete it where appropriate.
Our app is not directed to children under 13, or the minimum age required in the relevant jurisdiction, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from such children. If you believe a child has provided us personal information, please contact us so we can review and delete it where appropriate.
Security
Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. However, no system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Your rights
Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have some or all of the following rights:
Access to the personal information we hold about you;
Correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
Deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances;
Restriction or objection to certain processing activities;
Withdrawal of consent where processing is based on consent;
Data portability where applicable.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com. We may request information needed to verify your identity before completing your request.
Depending on your location, you may have some or all of the following rights:
Access to the personal information we hold about you;
Correction of inaccurate or incomplete information;
Deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances;
Restriction or objection to certain processing activities;
Withdrawal of consent where processing is based on consent;
Data portability where applicable.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com. We may request information needed to verify your identity before completing your request.
Changes to this Policy
Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or data practices. When we make material changes, we will update the effective date or otherwise provide notice as required by law.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our services, legal requirements, or data practices. When we make material changes, we will update the effective date or otherwise provide notice as required by law.
Contact us
Contact us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at feedback@pixsterstudio.com.