Last updated: February 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Matchfilm ("we", "our", "the app") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our mobile application and related services.
By creating an account, you confirm that you have read and agree to this Privacy Policy. By continuing to use the app without an account (e.g. viewing the login screen), you also agree to this policy. If you do not agree, do not use the service.
The data controller is the operator of the Matchfilm service (the developer/publisher of the app). Contact details are in Section 10.
We do not collect precise geolocation (GPS) unless you explicitly grant it for a feature that requires it (none at this time).
To provide the app and pass store requirements (e.g. Google Play), we disclose the following third-party services and APIs. Each has its own privacy policy; we recommend reading them.
| Service / API | Provider | Purpose | Privacy / terms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firebase (Analytics, Cloud Messaging) | Google LLC | Analytics (usage, engagement, session duration), optional push notifications. Data may include device ID, app events, approximate location (e.g. country). | Firebase Privacy; Google Privacy Policy |
| ipapi.co (or equivalent) | Third-party geolocation API | One-time determination of country/region by IP for analytics and service improvement. No precise location. | ipapi.co Privacy |
| The Movie Database (TMDB) API | TMDB (tmdb.org) | Used by our servers only to provide recommendations (e.g. similar movies) and content metadata. Your personal data is not sent to TMDB; we send only content IDs and receive non-personal movie/series data. | TMDB Privacy Policy; TMDB Terms of Use |
Other third-party libraries (e.g. Capacitor for the app shell) may be used for technical operation; they do not receive your account or watch data for their own purposes.
We do not sell your personal data. We may share data only:
We retain your data while your account is active. When you delete your account, we permanently remove your personal data from our systems within 30 days. Aggregated or anonymized data may be retained longer. Third parties (e.g. Google) retain data according to their own policies.
We use industry-standard measures: hashed passwords (bcrypt), HTTPS, secure headers, and restricted access to data. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure; we strive to protect your data within reasonable means.
Depending on your location (e.g. EU/EEA, UK, California), you may have the right to:
You can access and delete your account (and associated data) directly in the app (Settings / Danger zone). For other requests, contact us (Section 10).
Matchfilm is not intended for users under 13 (or higher age if required by your country). We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us data, contact us and we will delete it.
Your data may be processed in countries other than your own (including the United States), where data protection laws may differ. We rely on appropriate safeguards (e.g. standard contractual clauses, adequacy decisions) where required by law.
We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify users of material changes (e.g. in the app or by email). The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the latest version. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
For privacy-related questions, data requests, or complaints, contact the data controller:
Email: support@matchfilm.app
Replace with your actual support email before publishing. You must provide a valid contact so users and stores (e.g. Google Play) can reach you.