Waheguru Ji Ka Khalsa, Waheguru Ji Ki Fateh
AppAspect Technologies Pvt. Ltd. ("we", "us", or "our") operates the Sikh World - Nitnem & Gurbani application on Android and iOS. We are committed to protecting the privacy of all users who use our app to connect with Gurbani, Nitnem, and the worldwide Sikh community. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights over that information. Please read it carefully before using the app.
Sikh World — Nitnem & Gurbani is a comprehensive spiritual reference and community application designed for Sikhs and anyone wishing to connect with the teachings of Sikhism. The app brings together a wide range of features in one place:
By downloading and using Sikh World, you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please uninstall the application.
We collect only the information necessary to operate and improve the app. The following categories of data may be collected depending on the features you use:
| Data Category | What It Includes | How Collected |
|---|---|---|
| Precise Location | GPS coordinates of your current position | When you use the Gurudwara Finder feature |
| Crash & Diagnostic Data | App crash logs, error reports, device model, OS version | Automatically on app crash or error |
| App Usage Data | Features accessed, radio stations played, screens visited | Automatically during app use (anonymised) |
| User-Generated Content | Posts and messages shared on Sikhwall community feature | When you post or chat in the community |
| Favourites & Bookmarks | Saved Nitnem Banis, Hukamnama, GuruSakhi, Granth pages | Stored locally on your device |
| Radio History | Recently played stations stored for quick access | Stored locally on your device |
| Alarm / Timer Settings | Scheduled alarm time and selected radio station | Stored locally on your device |
| Advertising Identifier | Android GAID / iOS IDFA (with ATT consent on iOS 14+) | Automatically, for ad personalisation |
| Network Information | Internet connectivity status for streaming features | Automatically to check connection |
As declared on Google Play: No data is shared with third parties and no data is collected per the developer's declaration. User-requested data deletion is supported.
We do not collect your name, email address, phone number, payment details, or any other personally identifiable information unless you explicitly provide it while contacting support.
The following device permissions may be requested by Sikh World. All optional permissions can be denied without affecting the core Gurbani and Nitnem features.
All data collected is used solely to provide and improve the Sikh World app experience. We use your information for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Data Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Provide Gurbani radio streaming | Internet, usage data | Performance of Service |
| Display Nitnem Banis & Granth | Device storage, preferences | Performance of Service |
| Deliver daily Hukamnama | Notifications, internet | Performance of Service |
| Find nearby Gurudwaras | Precise GPS location | Performance of Service |
| Gurbani alarm & sleep timer | Alarm settings (local) | Performance of Service |
| Live recording of radio streams | Audio, storage | Explicit Consent |
| Community posts & Sikhwall chat | User-generated content | Explicit Consent |
| Save favourites & bookmarks | Local device storage | Performance of Service |
| App performance & crash analysis | Crash data, device info | Legitimate Interest |
| Display in-app advertisements | Advertising ID | Legitimate Interest |
| Send Hukamnama notifications | Notification permission | Explicit Consent |
Sikh World includes community features — Sikhwall (share Sikhism posts) and in-app chat — that allow users to connect with the worldwide Sikh community. These features are entirely optional.
Any content you post on Sikhwall or share via community chat becomes visible to other users. Please do not share personal, sensitive, or private information in these public spaces. AppAspect is not responsible for content posted by other users.
The App Store listing declares that the app contains Messaging and Chat and User-Generated Content. Content shared in these community spaces is subject to our Terms of Use at sikhworld.app/terms.html.
We reserve the right to remove content that violates our community guidelines or is disrespectful to Sikh teachings and traditions. If you wish to delete your community posts or account data, please contact us at the email below.
Sikh World streams live Gurbani radio including from Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple), Amritsar, via internet radio. We are a SHOUTcast partner and respect their terms of service.
We are a SHOUTcast partner. For PC listening or to learn more, visit shoutcast.com. SHOUTcast operates under their own privacy terms.
The Gurudwara Finder feature uses your device's GPS to locate Gurudwaras near you — both local and historical. Location data is used only for this feature.
You can deny location permission and still use all Gurbani, Nitnem, radio, and community features. Only the Gurudwara Finder requires location to function.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. The following third-party services are integrated in Sikh World and may receive limited data to function:
| Service | Data Received | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Google Maps / Apple Maps | GPS location (on request) | Gurudwara directions and navigation |
| SHOUTcast / Radio Servers | IP address (standard streaming) | Live Gurbani radio delivery |
| Google AdMob / Ad Network | Advertising ID, usage interaction | In-app advertisement delivery (free version) |
| Firebase / Analytics | Anonymised crash data, device info | Crash reporting and app performance monitoring |
| Push Notification Service | Device push token | Daily Hukamnama notifications |
All third-party providers are bound by their own privacy policies and applicable data protection laws. We do not pass personally identifiable information to any third party beyond what is described above.
We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or to protect the legal rights and safety of users or the public.
The free version of Sikh World is supported by third-party advertising. We understand the community's concern about ads appearing alongside sacred Gurbani content, and we are committed to placing ads respectfully and minimally.
We are aware of user feedback requesting that ads not appear during Nitnem or Granth reading. We are continuously reviewing ad placement to ensure ads do not interrupt sacred content. Thank you for your patience and for supporting the app. Sat Sri Akal.
Apple App Store Privacy Nutrition Label (App ID: 1177339919) — as declared by the developer:
| Apple Category | Data Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Data Used to Track You | Diagnostics (Crash Data) | Cross-app tracking via diagnostic data |
| Data Not Linked to You | Precise Location | App Functionality — Gurudwara Finder |
| Data Not Linked to You | Diagnostics — Crash Data | Analytics & App Functionality |
Google Play Data Safety (com.shikh.gurbaniradio.livekirtan) — as declared by the developer:
| Declaration | Status |
|---|---|
| Data shared with third parties | ✅ No data shared with third parties |
| Data collected | ✅ No data collected |
| Encryption in transit | ❌ Data is not encrypted in transit |
| User data deletion | ✅ You can request data deletion |
Store privacy labels are self-declared by the developer and reflect the data practices at the time of submission. Apple has not independently verified these declarations. This Privacy Policy provides more detailed context for each data type.
We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy:
| Data Type | Where Stored | How to Delete |
|---|---|---|
| Favourites & bookmarks | Device local storage | In-app settings or uninstall app |
| Radio history & recent stations | Device local storage | In-app: Clear History option |
| Alarm & timer settings | Device local storage | In-app: Delete alarm settings |
| Recorded radio streams | Device storage | Delete from device file manager |
| Community posts (Sikhwall) | AppAspect servers | Contact us: [email protected] |
| Crash & diagnostic data | Third-party analytics (anonymised) | Auto-deleted after ~14 months |
| Advertising ID associations | Ad network servers | Delete/Reset Advertising ID in device settings |
| Push notification token | Push notification server | Revoke notification permission in device settings |
To request deletion of any data held on our servers (such as community posts), email us at [email protected] with the subject line "Data Deletion Request." We will process your request within 30 days.
We take the protection of your data seriously and implement the following measures:
As declared in the Google Play Data Safety section, data transmitted by this app is not encrypted in transit. Most data stays on-device. Network communications (radio streaming, map tiles, analytics) use standard internet protocols.
Sikh World is rated 4+ on both the App Store and Google Play, and is suitable for all ages including children using the app for Nitnem, Gurbani, and learning Sikhism.
The app contains advertising and community/chat features. We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children under 13. The community (Sikhwall) and chat features should be used by children only under parental supervision.
Parents can disable location, microphone, and notification permissions for the app in device settings. Community and chat features can be avoided — Nitnem, Gurbani reading, radio, and Hukamnama all work without any account or community participation.
Depending on your country or region, you may have the following rights over your personal data:
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time as the app's features evolve or as applicable law requires. When we make changes, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. For significant changes, we will notify you through the app or via the "What's New" section in the App Store / Play Store.
Your continued use of Sikh World after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.
For any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out to us. We are happy to assist — Sat Sri Akal! 🙏