1. Introduction

Minus Seven Labs ("we", "our", or "us") operates WatchMovie.AI (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.

We are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy describes our practices regarding data collection and use in clear, understandable terms.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you use WatchMovie.AI, you may provide:

  • Movie Preferences: Genre selections and favorite movie titles you enter for recommendations
  • Search Queries: Movie titles or keywords you search for

Note: We do not require registration, so we do not collect names, email addresses, or other personal identifiers.

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

We automatically collect certain information when you use our Service:

  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, click patterns
  • Device Information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution
  • IP Address: For rate limiting, analytics, and abuse prevention
  • Cookies and Session Data: For functionality and analytics (see Cookie Policy below)

2.3 Third-Party Data

We use The Movie Database (TMDB) API for movie information. TMDB may have their own data collection practices.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Provide the Service: Generate AI-powered movie recommendations based on your preferences
  • Improve Our Service: Analyze usage patterns to enhance recommendation algorithms and user experience
  • Prevent Abuse: Monitor for automated usage, rate limiting, and security threats
  • Analytics: Understand how users interact with our platform to make improvements
  • Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. Data Retention

We retain data for the following periods:

  • Movie preferences: Not stored permanently; processed in real-time for recommendations
  • Usage analytics: Aggregated data retained for up to 2 years for service improvement
  • IP addresses: Retained for up to 30 days for rate limiting and abuse prevention
  • Session data: Automatically expires when you close your browser

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your information to outside parties except in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Third-party services that help us operate (Google Analytics, TMDB API)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Security: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
  • Business Transfer: In connection with a merger, sale, or transfer of assets

We never share individual movie preferences or personal usage patterns with third parties for commercial purposes.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Essential Cookies: For basic site functionality and security
  • Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to understand site usage (you can opt out via browser settings)
  • Session Cookies: To maintain your preferences during your visit

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality of the Service.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption: All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
  • Access Controls: Limited access to data on a need-to-know basis
  • Regular Updates: Security patches and updates applied promptly
  • Monitoring: Continuous monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request information about data we have collected about you
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Opt-out: Opt out of analytics tracking via browser settings

Since we don't collect personal identifiers, most data cannot be linked to specific individuals. Contact us through our website if you have specific privacy concerns.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with third-party services:

  • The Movie Database (TMDB): Provides movie data and images
  • Google Analytics: Website analytics and usage tracking

These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their privacy practices.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Our Service is hosted in the United States. If you are accessing the Service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our website or visit Minus Seven Labs.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2025.

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