This Privacy Policy explains how MovieVibes.net and the MovieVibes Android app (package: net.movievibes) collect, store, and use information when you visit or use our platform.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Automatically Collected Data (Website & App)

When you visit MovieVibes.net or use the MovieVibes app, we may automatically collect anonymised usage data via Google Analytics 4, including:

• Pages visited and sections browsed
• General geographic region (country/city level, not precise location)
• Device type and operating system
• Browser type and version
• Session duration and click patterns
• Referral source (how you found our site)

All analytics data is anonymised. We do not collect your IP address in identifiable form. Google Analytics 4 is configured with IP anonymisation enabled.

1.2 Local Storage Data (On Your Device Only)

The following data is stored exclusively on your device using browser localStorage or app storage and is never transmitted to our servers:

• Favourites — movies you saved with the heart button
• Watchlist — movies added to your watchlist
• Reminders — upcoming release alerts you set
• Theme preference — dark or light mode selection
• Language tab settings — which language tabs are shown or hidden
• Cookie consent status — whether you accepted or rejected cookies
• Notification permission state — browser notification opt-in status

1.3 Notification Permissions

If you grant notification permission, the Website or app uses your browser's Web Push API to send release reminders. These notifications are generated locally based on your saved Reminders and do not require us to store any identifying information. You can revoke notification permission at any time via your browser or device settings.

2. How We Use Your Data

The anonymised analytics data we collect via Google Analytics 4 is used to:

• Understand which languages and categories are most popular
• Improve site performance and fix bugs
• Plan content and feature priorities
• Generate aggregated traffic reports for advertisers (no personal data shared)

We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Cookies

We use cookies for analytics, advertising, and preference storage. See our full Cookie Policy for details on cookie types, how to manage them, and how to opt out.

4. Google Analytics 4

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) with the measurement ID G-2NBF8VGYP0. GA4 uses cookies to track anonymised user interactions. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5. Advertising

MovieVibes.net may display advertisements served by Google AdSense and related networks. These services may use cookies to show relevant ads based on your browsing activity. To opt out of personalised advertising, visit Google's Ad Settings.

6. Android App Privacy

The MovieVibes Android app (package: net.movievibes) requests the following permissions:

• INTERNET: Required to fetch movie data from our API
• POST_NOTIFICATIONS: Required to send release reminders (Android 13+)

The app does not request camera, microphone, contacts, location, or storage permissions. All personal lists are stored in the app's local storage and are not backed up to any cloud service unless you explicitly enable Android's backup service.

7. YouTube Embeds

We embed YouTube trailers using YouTube's standard embed API. When you play a trailer, YouTube may set its own cookies and collect data as described in Google's Privacy Policy. We use YouTube's privacy-enhanced embed mode where available.

8. Data Retention

We do not retain any personal data on our servers. Anonymised GA4 data is retained according to Google Analytics' default data retention settings (14 months). Your local device data persists until you clear your browser cache, reset the app, or manually delete your lists via the Settings page.

9. Children's Privacy

MovieVibes.net is not directed toward users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any information from children. If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us immediately.

10. Your Rights

Since we do not collect personal data, there is no personal profile to access, correct, or delete. For anonymised analytics data held by Google, you can manage your preferences via Google My Account. To delete your local device data, use the Settings page on MovieVibes.net or clear your browser's localStorage.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. The updated date will be reflected at the top of this page. Continued use of the platform after changes indicates acceptance.

12. Contact Us

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Disclaimer

The content on MovieVibes.net is for informational and entertainment purposes only. We do not host, stream, or distribute movies or series. All movie information, cast data, and release dates are sourced from publicly available information. External links and YouTube trailers are used at your own risk. MovieVibes.net is not responsible for any loss, damages, or inaccuracies arising from use of the platform.