# FilmSpotter Privacy Policy **Last Updated:** February 16, 2026 ## 1. Introduction FilmSpotter ("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 Service. ## 2. Information We Collect ### 2.1 Information You Provide - **User Name:** You provide a display name when creating or joining a session - **Project Names:** Names you assign to your video projects - **Event Markers:** Timecoded notes, markers, and annotations you create - **Session IDs and Passwords:** Optional session passwords you create ### 2.2 Information Automatically Collected - **Browser Information:** Browser type, version, and operating system - **Usage Data:** How you interact with the Service (features used, session duration) - **Session Data:** Temporary session identifiers stored in localStorage ### 2.3 Information We DO NOT Collect - **Video Files:** We do NOT store, access, or process your video files - **Personal Identifiable Information:** We do not require email addresses, phone numbers, or real names - **Payment Information:** Currently not collected (free tier) ## 3. How We Use Your Information We use collected information to: - Provide and maintain the Service - Improve user experience and Service functionality - Monitor usage patterns to optimize performance - Detect, prevent, and address technical issues - Communicate with you about the Service (if contact information is provided) ## 4. Data Storage ### 4.1 Local Storage (Browser) - Event markers, session data, and user preferences are stored in your browser's localStorage - This data remains on your device and is NOT transmitted to our servers - You can delete this data at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage ### 4.2 Third-Party Storage - Video files are hosted by third-party services YOU choose (Dropbox, Vimeo, Google Drive, etc.) - We do not have access to these files - These services have their own privacy policies that govern how they handle your data ### 4.3 Server Storage (Future) - If real-time collaboration features are implemented, event data may be stored on our servers - You will be explicitly notified and asked to consent before this feature is enabled - Server-stored data will be encrypted and accessible only to authorized session participants ## 5. Data Sharing and Disclosure ### 5.1 We DO NOT Sell Your Data We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. ### 5.2 We May Share Data With: - **Service Providers:** Third-party vendors who help us operate the Service (hosting, analytics, etc.) - **Legal Requirements:** If required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request - **Protection of Rights:** To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or others ### 5.3 Collaborative Sessions - When you join a collaborative session, your user name and markers are visible to other session participants - Use session passwords to control who can access your sessions ## 6. Data Security We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, including: - HTTPS encryption for data transmission - Secure session IDs - Optional password protection for sessions - Regular security audits However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security. ## 7. Data Retention ### 7.1 Local Data - Data stored in your browser's localStorage persists until you manually clear it - Clearing your browser data will permanently delete all local session information ### 7.2 Server Data (If Implemented) - Session data will be retained for [X days/months] after last activity - You may request deletion of your data at any time ## 8. Your Rights and Choices ### 8.1 Access and Control - You can view all data stored in your browser's localStorage using browser developer tools - You can delete your data at any time by clearing localStorage - You can export your data using the export feature ### 8.2 Opt-Out - You can stop using the Service at any time - Closing your browser or clearing localStorage will remove all local data ### 8.3 Do Not Track Currently, we do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals because we do not track users across third-party websites. ## 9. Children's Privacy FilmSpotter is intended for professional use by adults. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If we discover we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately. ## 10. International Users FilmSpotter is hosted in [Your Country]. If you access the Service from outside [Your Country], your data may be transferred to and processed in [Your Country]. By using the Service, you consent to this transfer. ## 11. Third-Party Links and Services FilmSpotter integrates with third-party services (Dropbox, Vimeo, etc.). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these services. Please review their privacy policies. ## 12. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by: - Updating the "Last Updated" date - Posting a notice in the Service - (If implemented) Sending an email notification Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. ## 13. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA) If you are a California resident, you have the right to: - Know what personal information we collect, use, and disclose - Request deletion of your personal information - Opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information) To exercise these rights, contact us at [Your Email Address]. ## 14. European Users (GDPR) If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): - **Right to Access:** Request a copy of your data - **Right to Rectification:** Correct inaccurate data - **Right to Erasure:** Request deletion of your data - **Right to Restrict Processing:** Limit how we use your data - **Right to Data Portability:** Receive your data in a portable format - **Right to Object:** Object to certain types of processing To exercise these rights, contact us at [Your Email Address]. ## 15. Contact Us For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: **Email:** [Your Email Address] **Website:** [Your Website] ## 16. Data Breach Notification In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify affected users within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach.