Last Updated: November 25, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to CineClub Cafe ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website (movieclub.akogarecafe.com) and mobile application. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully.

Information We Collect

Contact Information

• Email address (required for account creation and authentication)

Identifiers

• User ID (to sync data across devices)

User Content

• Profile photo (optional)
• Movie submissions, watchlist, and votes
• Display name (optional - we don't require real names)

Usage Data

• Product interaction data (to improve app experience)

Diagnostics

• Crash data (not linked to your identity)
• Performance data (not linked to your identity)

Information We Do NOT Collect

We do NOT collect:
• Phone number
• Physical address
• Precise or coarse location
• Contacts
• Health & fitness data
• Financial information
• Browsing or search history
• Advertising data
• Device ID for tracking purposes

We do NOT use your data for tracking or targeted advertising.

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:
• To provide and maintain our Service
• To create and manage your account
• To enable movie club features (submissions, watchlists, voting)
• To send notifications about movie club activities
• To personalize your experience
• To improve our services through analytics
• To monitor app performance and fix crashes
• To respond to your questions and support requests
• To ensure the security of our Service

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

Firebase (Google)

• Firebase Auth: Email address, User ID
• Firebase Firestore: User content (movies, watchlist, votes)
• Firebase Analytics: Product interaction data
• Firebase Crashlytics: Crash data
• Firebase Performance: Performance data

Firestore Database

• Movie information, posters, and ratings
• All movie data is stored in our Firestore database

These services have their own privacy policies that govern their use of your information.

Data Storage and Security

• All data is transmitted over HTTPS (encrypted)
• Your data is stored securely using Firebase services
• Firebase security rules protect your data
• Your password is encrypted and never stored in plain text
• We do not sell your data to third parties
• No method of transmission is 100% secure, but we implement industry-standard protections

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
• With other users: Your display name and movie activities are visible to other Movie Club members
• Service providers: With third-party services that help us operate the Service
• Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition

Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to:
• Access your personal information
• Update or correct your information
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt-out of notifications
• Clear cached data from your device
• Export your data (upon request)

To exercise these rights, please use the in-app settings or contact us.

Data Retention

• User data is retained while your account is active
• You can delete your data through the settings at any time
• Data is deleted within 30 days of account deletion request
• Some information may be retained for legal or operational purposes

Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:
• Posting the new policy on this page
• Sending an email notification
• Displaying an in-app notification

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Through the feedback feature
• Email: privacy@akogarecafe.com
• Website: movieclub.akogarecafe.com

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.