🔒 Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to JIODE. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

This policy applies to all users of JIODE, including those who browse without creating an account and those who register.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account Information: Email address, username, and password (encrypted) when you create an account
• Profile Data: Your display name, which you can set in your profile
• User Content: Movies you add to your watchlist, viewing history, and preferences
• Google Sign-in: If you sign in with Google, we receive your email address and public profile information (name, avatar)
• Newsletter Subscription: Your email address if you choose to subscribe

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide the Service: Save your watchlist, viewing history, and preferences
• Personalize Your Experience: Show relevant movie recommendations
• Account Management: Allow you to access your account and manage your data
• Communication: Send you updates and newsletters (only if you opt-in)
• Service Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve the user experience

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is securely stored in Firebase (Google Cloud), which provides industry-standard security measures including:

• Encryption of data at rest and in transit
• Regular security audits and compliance with GDPR and other regulations
• Access controls to prevent unauthorized access

We do not sell your data to third parties. Your data is used only to provide and improve the Service.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

• Firebase (Google): Authentication and database services. Privacy Policy
• TMDB (The Movie Database): Movie and TV show data. Privacy Policy

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal cookies for:

• Authentication: To keep you logged in across sessions
• Theme Preference: To remember your dark/light theme preference
• Analytics: To understand how users interact with the Service

You can control cookie preferences in your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Update: Correct or update your account information
• Delete: Delete your account and all associated data (available in Edit Profile)
• Unsubscribe: Opt out of newsletters at any time
• Data Portability: Request a machine-readable copy of your data

8. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. Upon account deletion, your data is permanently removed from our systems within 30 days. Analytics data may be retained longer but is anonymized.

9. Children's Privacy

JIODE is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us to delete it.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending email notifications (if you have opted in)

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

• Email: techwithmartony@gmail.com
• Developer: Martin Onyisi (Martony)
• Portfolio: martony.gt.tc