Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 29, 2026

Qouch Potato ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address and optional display name.
• Taste Profile: Your movie preferences, genre selections, mood preferences, and ratings you provide to personalize your experience.
• Watchlist: Movies and shows you save to your watchlist.
• Feedback: Any feedback, comments, or support requests you submit.

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: How you interact with the app, including features used, movies viewed, and time spent.
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and app version.
• Log Data: IP address, access times, and referring URLs.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide personalized movie and TV show recommendations
• Improve and optimize our recommendation algorithms
• Maintain and improve the Service
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Send you updates about the Service (with your consent)
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics).
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

4. Third-Party Services

Our Service integrates with third-party services:

• TMDB (The Movie Database): For movie and TV show information. Their privacy policy is available at themoviedb.org/privacy-policy.
• Streaming Services: We display where content is available but do not access your streaming accounts.
• Firebase (Google): For authentication and analytics. Google's privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure cloud infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact us at Qouchp@gmail.com.

8. 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 believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

10. Changes to This 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.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

• Email: Qouchp@gmail.com