Privacy Policy

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.

1. Data controller

The data controller is the operator of the Matchfilm service (the developer/publisher of the app). Contact details are in Section 10.

2. Information we collect

2.1 Account and profile data

• Registration: name, email address, and a hashed password when you create an account.
• Profile: optional fields (e.g. profession, interests) if you choose to set them.

2.2 Usage data you provide

• Watch data: content identifiers, titles, watch status (e.g. plan to watch, watching, watched), progress, ratings, and timestamps.
• Social data: who you follow (subscriptions) and content you like or review.
• Search: search queries you enter (e.g. to find users or content).

2.3 Automatically collected data

• Analytics: We use Google Firebase Analytics. This may include: device identifiers, app interactions (screens, actions), session duration, approximate location (e.g. country/region derived from IP), and similar usage data. See Section 4 (Third-party services).
• Country/region: We determine your country or region once (e.g. via your IP) to provide analytics and improve the service. This is stored as a high-level location (country code), not precise GPS.
• Push notifications (if enabled): We store a push token (FCM or similar) to send you notifications; the token is linked to your account on our servers.

We do not collect precise geolocation (GPS) unless you explicitly grant it for a feature that requires it (none at this time).

3. How we use your information

• To provide and operate the app (account, feed, recommendations, notifications).
• To authenticate you and protect your account.
• To improve the service using aggregated, anonymized analytics.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms.

4. Third-party services and APIs

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.

5. Data sharing and disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data only:

• With the third parties listed in Section 4, to the extent necessary for their stated purposes.
• When required by law or a valid legal process (e.g. court order).
• To protect the rights, safety, or property of Matchfilm, our users, or the public.

6. Data retention

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.

7. Data security

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.

8. Your rights

Depending on your location (e.g. EU/EEA, UK, California), you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
• Object to or restrict certain processing.
• Data portability.
• Withdraw consent where processing is consent-based.
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

You can access and delete your account (and associated data) directly in the app (Settings / Danger zone). For other requests, contact us (Section 10).

9. Children's privacy

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.

10. International transfers

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.

11. Changes to this policy

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.

12. Contact

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.