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Privacy Policy

This policy explains how Hatagi collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our platform and mobile app.

Last updated: April 15, 2026

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information when you use the Hatagi platform:

Account Information: Name, email address, password, profile photo, and payment details when you register as a student, guru, or studio.

Camera & Microphone: The Hatagi app requests access to your device's camera and microphone solely to enable live class streaming and video sessions. We do not record, store, or transmit camera or microphone data outside of active live sessions.

Usage Data: Pages visited, classes attended, session duration, and interaction logs to improve the platform experience.

Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version, and push notification tokens for app functionality.

Payment Information: Transactions are processed securely via Stripe. We do not store full card numbers on our servers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, operate, and improve the Hatagi platform and mobile app
  • Facilitate live streaming sessions between students and gurus
  • Process payments and payouts through Stripe
  • Send booking confirmations, class reminders, and platform notifications
  • Respond to support requests and inquiries
  • Detect and prevent fraud or unauthorized access
  • Comply with applicable legal obligations

3. Camera and Microphone Permissions

Hatagi uses your device camera and microphone exclusively for:

  • Live class streaming: Transmitting your video/audio feed during active sessions you have joined or are hosting
  • Private 1-on-1 sessions: Enabling real-time video communication between student and guru

We do not access your camera or microphone outside of active sessions. You can revoke these permissions at any time through your device settings. Revoking permissions will prevent you from participating in live video sessions.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

Service Providers: Stripe (payments), Firebase (notifications and authentication), cloud hosting providers — only as necessary to operate the platform.

Other Users: Your display name and profile photo are visible to other users during live sessions. Gurus can see the names of enrolled students.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights and safety of our users.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us. Some data may be retained for legal compliance or fraud prevention purposes for up to 7 years after account closure.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • HTTPS encryption for all data in transit
  • Encrypted storage for sensitive account data
  • Secure payment processing via PCI-DSS compliant Stripe infrastructure
  • Access controls limiting employee access to personal data

No method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use a strong password and keep your credentials confidential.

7. Children's Privacy

Hatagi is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately and we will delete it.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
  • Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@hatagi.com.

9. Third-Party Links

The Hatagi platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will notify you via email or an in-app notification and update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of Hatagi after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

Email: privacy@hatagi.com Company: Hatagi Inc. Website: hatagi.com