Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 23, 2025

Welcome to CineVault ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit cinevault.watch. By using our website, you agree to this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect minimal data to operate our service:

• Usage data: Pages viewed, time on site, browser type, device type, referring URLs — collected automatically via analytics tools.
• Search queries: Movie search terms you enter, used only to return results and improve search quality.
• Cookies: Small text files stored on your browser to remember preferences (e.g., genre filters). See our Cookie section below.
• IP address: Collected automatically for security and analytics purposes.

We do not collect your name, email, payment details, or any personally identifying information unless you voluntarily contact us.

2. How We Use Information

• To operate and improve the CineVault website
• To display relevant movies and content
• To serve advertising (via third-party ad networks — see below)
• To analyze traffic and usage patterns
• To prevent fraud and abuse

3. Third-Party Services & Advertising

CineVault uses third-party services that may collect data independently:

• TMDB API: We use The Movie Database API to fetch movie data. Their privacy policy applies at themoviedb.org.
• Advertising networks: We work with ad networks (such as Google AdSense or similar) to display ads. These networks may use cookies and tracking technologies to serve personalized ads based on your browsing habits. You can opt out via aboutads.info.
• Analytics: We may use Google Analytics or similar tools to understand traffic. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Video embeds: Movies are streamed via third-party embed services. These services have their own privacy policies and may set cookies.

4. Cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential cookies: Required for the website to function (e.g., session preferences).
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use CineVault.
• Advertising cookies: Used by ad networks to serve relevant ads.

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the site may not function correctly.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share anonymized, aggregated data with analytics providers. Third-party ad networks operate under their own data policies.

6. Data Retention

We retain usage logs for up to 90 days for security and performance monitoring purposes. We do not store personal data beyond what is necessary to operate the service.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

• The right to access data we hold about you
• The right to request deletion of your data
• The right to opt out of personalized advertising
• The right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority (EU/UK users)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy@cinevault.watch

8. Children's Privacy

CineVault is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us data, contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of CineVault constitutes acceptance of any updates.

10. Contact

For privacy questions or requests: privacy@cinevault.watch