Privacy Policy

1. Data Controller and Contact Information

2. Personal Data We Collect

To provide our services, we collect the following personal data:

2.1 User Registration Information

• First and last name
• Email address
• Username
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile picture (optional)

2.2 Platform Usage Data

• Viewing history and preferences
• Movie and TV show ratings
• Favorite lists and collections
• Social interactions (friendships, group memberships)
• Search history
• In-platform messaging data

2.3 Technical Data

• IP address
• Device information (model, operating system, browser type)
• Location information (optional, when permitted)
• Log records and error reports
• Data collected through cookies and similar technologies

2.4 Mobile Application Specific Data

• App usage statistics
• Crash reports (anonymous)
• Push notification preferences
• Device identifiers (not for advertising purposes)
• Firebase Analytics data

3. Purposes of Data Processing

Collected data is used for the following purposes:

3.1 Core Service Provision

• Creating and managing user accounts
• Providing platform features
• Content search and filtering
• Social features (friendships, groups)

3.2 Personalization

• AI-powered movie/TV show recommendations
• Personalized homepage content
• User experience optimization
• Preference-based notifications

3.3 Security and Technical Operations

• Ensuring account security
• Fraud and abuse prevention
• Detecting and resolving technical issues
• Platform performance improvement
• Providing user support

4. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

4.1 Movie/TV Show Database

• TMDB (The Movie Database): For movie and TV show data
• No user personal data is shared with this service

4.2 Mobile Application Services

• Google Firebase: App performance, crash analysis, and push notifications
• Google Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics
• Firebase Cloud Messaging: Push notifications
• Google Play Services: App updates and security
• Firebase Crashlytics: Anonymous error reporting

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The platform uses cookies for the following purposes:

• Session management and authentication
• Remembering user preferences
• Platform performance analysis
• Security measures
• Personalized content delivery

You can manage your cookie settings through your browser.

6. Data Security and Protection Measures

6.1 Technical Security

• SSL/TLS encryption protocols
• Secure server infrastructure
• Regular security updates
• Password protection with hash algorithms
• Firewall protection

6.2 Administrative Security

• Limited personnel access
• Regular security testing
• Data minimization principle
• Regular backup system

7. Data Retention Periods

• User account data: As long as the account is active
• After account deletion: Data is permanently deleted within 30 days
• Log records: Stored for maximum 12 months
• Crash reports: Stored anonymously for 90 days
• Analytics data: Stored anonymously for 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Security logs: Stored for 24 months

8. Children's Privacy (Under 13)

9. International Data Transfer

Your data may be transferred to countries outside the European Union through our service providers (especially Google Firebase). These transfers:

• Are conducted with adequate security measures
• Comply with EU-US Data Protection Framework rules
• Use standard contractual clauses
• Are conducted in accordance with GDPR and other applicable privacy laws

10. User Rights (GDPR and Other Privacy Laws)

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

10.1 Basic Rights

• Right to information: Learn what data of yours is being processed
• Right of access: Request access to your processed data
• Right to rectification: Request correction of incorrect data
• Right to erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to restrict processing: Request limitation of data processing
• Right to data portability: Obtain your data in a different format
• Right to object: Object to data processing activities

10.2 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise these rights, you can send an email to info@cinefia.com. Your request:

• Will be processed after identity verification
• Will be responded to within 30 days
• Is free of charge (fees may apply for unreasonable requests)

11. Mobile Application Special Provisions

11.1 Permissions

• Notification permission: For push notifications (optional)
• Storage permission: For profile picture upload (optional)
• Internet access: For basic app functionality (required)

11.2 App Updates

• Security updates may be installed automatically
• Feature updates are installed with user consent
• Update history is stored on the device

11.3 Offline Usage

• Some data is stored on the device for offline access
• This data is used only for app functionality
• All local data is deleted when the app is uninstalled

12. Policy Changes

This privacy policy may be updated when necessary. In case of important changes:

• Users are notified by email
• Notifications are sent through the mobile app
• Announcements are made on the homepage
• 30 days advance notice is given

13. Applicable Law and Jurisdiction

This privacy policy is subject to the laws of the Republic of Turkey. In case of disputes:

• Turkish courts have jurisdiction
• Turkish Personal Data Protection Law provisions apply
• GDPR provisions also apply for EU citizens

14. Right to Complain

For complaints regarding our personal data processing activities:

• You can first contact us at info@cinefia.com
• You can apply to the Personal Data Protection Authority
• EU citizens can apply to the relevant Data Protection Authority