Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how WatchStash ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our application and services. By using WatchStash, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

We collect the following types of information:

Account Information

• Username and display name
• Email address
• Profile picture (if provided)
• Account preferences and settings

OAuth Provider Information

When you sign in using a third-party provider (Google, GitHub, Facebook, or X), we receive basic profile information from that provider, which may include:

• Name and username
• Email address
• Profile picture
• A unique provider identifier (used to link your account)

User Content

• Watchlists and media tracking data
• Ratings, reviews, and personal notes
• Social interactions (followers, following)

Usage Data

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Pages viewed and actions taken within the Service
• Timestamps of activity

We use your information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service.
• Authenticate your identity and manage your account.
• Personalize your experience.
• Communicate with you about updates, security alerts, and support.
• Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve the Service.
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and abuse.

Your data is stored on secure servers. We implement industry- standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest where supported by our infrastructure. Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel who need it to operate the Service.

While we take reasonable precautions, no method of electronic storage or transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

When you use OAuth to sign in, your authentication is handled directly by the third-party provider (Google, GitHub, Facebook, or X). We do not store your third-party login credentials. We receive only the basic profile information you authorize us to access.

Each provider handles your data according to their own privacy policies:

• Google: Google Privacy Policy
• GitHub: GitHub Privacy Statement
• Facebook: Facebook Privacy Policy
• X (Twitter): X Privacy Policy

WatchStash uses authentication tokens stored in your browser to maintain your session. These tokens are necessary for the Service to function and are not used for tracking or advertising purposes.

We do not use third-party analytics cookies or advertising trackers. The Service does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers.

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data from our active systems within a reasonable timeframe.

Some data may be retained in backup or archival storage for a limited period to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

You may delete your account at any time through the Service settings or by contacting us. Upon deletion, we will permanently remove your account information and User Content from our active systems.

Account deletion is irreversible. Please make sure you have backed up any data you wish to keep before requesting deletion.

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your personal data.
• Object to or restrict certain processing of your data.
• Data portability — receive your data in a portable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@watchstash.app.

WatchStash is not directed to individuals under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you through the Service or by email. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at contact@watchstash.app.