Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 16, 2025

FlickSpotlight cares deeply about your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, and share your data when you interact with our website, services, and features (collectively, the “FlickSpotlight Services”).

By using FlickSpotlight Services, you acknowledge and agree to the practices outlined in this Privacy Notice. This policy is designed to comply with data protection laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union (including The Netherlands), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) in the United States, and other applicable privacy laws worldwide.

1. What Personal Information Do We Collect?

a. Information You Provide to Us

You may provide personal data when you:

  • Subscribe to our newsletter.
  • Comment on articles or participate in discussions.
  • Contact us through forms or email.
  • Participate in surveys, polls, or contests.

This information may include:
Name, email address, preferences, location, profile photo, and any user-generated content (e.g., reviews or comments).

b. Information We Collect Automatically

When you use FlickSpotlight Services, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address and device identifiers.
  • Browser type and operating system.
  • Pages visited, interaction data, and referral URLs.
  • Access times and usage patterns.
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies.

c. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

  • Social media platforms (if you link your account or log in through them).
  • Analytics and advertising partners.
  • Public sources such as media reports or press releases.

2. How Do We Use Your Information?

We process your personal information to:

  • Operate and improve FlickSpotlight Services.
  • Deliver movie news, content, and features relevant to your interests.
  • Send newsletters, updates, and promotional communications (with your consent).
  • Conduct analytics and gather user feedback.
  • Detect, prevent, and address security or technical issues.
  • Comply with legal obligations or exercise legal rights.
  • Display non-identifiable, interest-based advertising.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and login sessions.
  • Analyze site traffic and user behavior.
  • Personalize content and ads (where legally permitted).
  • Improve our service and user experience.

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may impact your experience on our site.

4. Do We Share Your Information?

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data in the following limited circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: Trusted partners who help us operate and support our services (e.g., hosting, analytics, email tools).
  • With Advertising Partners: Only non-identifiable data (like cookie IDs) may be shared for ad personalization, where permitted by law.
  • For Legal Compliance or Security: If required by law, court order, or to protect the rights of users and the platform.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred under continued protection.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have rights regarding your personal data, which may vary depending on your location. These may include:

  • Access and Portability – Request a copy of your data.
  • Correction – Request correction of inaccurate information.
  • Deletion – Request erasure of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
  • Objection and Restriction – Object to or restrict certain types of processing.
  • Withdraw Consent – For data processed based on consent (e.g., newsletters).
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Information – (For California residents under CCPA/CPRA).

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us via our Contact Us page.

6. Data Transfers and International Users

FlickSpotlight is accessible globally. If you access our services from outside the country where our servers are located (e.g., The Netherlands or the U.S.), your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in those countries. We take appropriate measures to ensure such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws.

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security practices to safeguard your personal data. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure. We encourage users to use strong passwords and sign out of shared devices.

8. Children’s Privacy

FlickSpotlight is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Privacy Notice

We may update this Privacy Notice periodically. Any changes will be reflected here with an updated effective date. Continued use of FlickSpotlight Services after such changes indicates your acceptance.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests related to this Privacy Notice or your personal data, you can reach us via our Contact Us page.