The short version
Latest does not require an account and does not contain advertising, analytics, or tracking. Aceves Apps does not receive or store your podcast subscriptions, listening history, searches, or downloaded episodes on its own servers.
The app connects directly to third-party services when you search for a podcast, refresh a feed, stream or download an episode, load artwork or chapters, open an external link, or use Google Cast. Those services process the request under their own privacy terms.
Information kept on your device
Latest stores the following information locally so the player works:
- podcast subscriptions and feed addresses;
- the newest episode metadata returned by each feed;
- playback position, queue state, and player preferences;
- downloaded audio, podcast artwork, and temporary cache files.
Aceves Apps cannot access this local information. You can remove individual subscriptions and downloads in the app. Clearing the app's storage or uninstalling Latest removes the remaining local data.
Network requests and third parties
Latest sends requests only when needed for a feature you use:
- Search text goes to the Apple iTunes Search API to find podcasts.
- Feed addresses, episode requests, artwork requests, and chapter requests go directly to podcast publishers and their hosting providers.
- If you choose Google Cast, Latest sends the selected episode's media URL, title, podcast name, artwork URL, and playback state to the Cast device and Google Cast framework. Google's privacy policy applies to its services.
These providers receive normal network information such as your IP address and request headers. Most connections use HTTPS. A podcast publisher may provide an HTTP feed or media address, in which case that request is not encrypted in transit. Aceves Apps does not sell this information or use it for advertising.
Files you choose
You can export your subscriptions to an OPML file or import an OPML file from your device. Latest reads or creates that file only after you choose the action and location. The app does not upload OPML files to Aceves Apps.
Permissions
Latest uses internet access for podcast discovery and playback, a foreground media service for background audio and lock-screen controls, and a wake lock while media is playing. It does not request access to your location, contacts, camera, microphone, or advertising ID.
Children
Latest is a general-audience podcast utility and is not designed for children under 13. The app does not knowingly collect personal information from children. Podcast content comes from independent publishers and may not be suitable for every age.
Changes to this policy
If the app's data practices change, Aceves Apps will update this page and the effective date above. Material changes will also be reflected in the Google Play Data safety section.
Contact
Questions about Latest or this policy can be sent to latest@inbox.aceves.mx.