Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 2025
WhichMovie ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website.
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us:
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your username, email address, and password.
- Watchlist Data: We store the movies you add to your watchlist.
- Usage Data: We automatically collect information about how you interact with our service.
Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function (session management, CSRF protection).
- Preference Cookies: Remember your choices and settings.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- Process your account registration
- Store your watchlist preferences
- Send you technical notices and support messages
- Send you newsletters and movie recommendations (with your consent)
- Respond to your comments and questions
Email Communications
With your explicit consent, we may send you:
- Newsletters: Updates about new movies, curated recommendations, and platform news.
- Promotional emails: Special features or announcements.
You can opt-in to receive newsletters during registration or in your account settings. You can unsubscribe at any time by:
- Clicking the "Unsubscribe" link in any email
- Updating your preferences in your account settings
- Contacting us at privacy@whichmovie.app
Even if you unsubscribe from marketing emails, we may still send you essential transactional emails (password resets, account notifications).
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- The Movie Database (TMDB): We use TMDB's API to display movie information. Their privacy policy can be found at themoviedb.org/privacy-policy.
- YouTube: Trailer links redirect to YouTube. Google's privacy policy applies when you visit YouTube.
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
Data Retention
We retain your account information and watchlist data for as long as your account is active. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data
- Correct inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
- Export your data
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@whichmovie.app.