Privacy policy
Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 31, 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how FilmPlatforms (“we”, “us”, “our”) collects and processes personal data when you use our website and services, including the forum available at www.filmplatforms.com.
1. Data Controller
Data controller: FilmPlatforms
Contact: info@filmplatforms.com
2. Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to users located in the European Union, the United States, and all other regions worldwide.
3. What Data We Process
- Account data: username, email address, and other information you choose to provide.
- Communication data: information you provide when contacting us.
- Technical data: IP-related data, browser type, device information, and basic server logs.
- Analytics data: usage and interaction data collected via Google Analytics.
4. Purposes and Legal Bases
We process personal data for the following purposes and legal bases:
- Providing and operating the service (account creation and management) — performance of a contract.
- Communication and support — performance of a contract and/or legitimate interests.
- Website security and abuse prevention — legitimate interests.
- Analytics and service improvement using Google Analytics — legitimate interests and/or consent, where required by law.
5. Data Retention
- Account data: stored while your user account is active.
- Communication data: stored until the request is handled and closed.
- Technical and security logs: stored as long as necessary to ensure security and proper operation.
- Analytics data: stored according to Google Analytics retention settings.
Certain data may be retained longer if required to comply with legal obligations or to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims.
6. Processors and Data Sharing
We use third-party service providers solely to operate, secure, and improve the website. These providers process personal data only on our instructions.
- Hosting provider: OVHcloud
- Analytics provider: Google Analytics (Google LLC)
We do not sell personal data.
7. Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to ensure proper website functionality, enhance user experience, and collect analytics data. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit certain features of the website.
8. Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR), you have the right to:
- access your personal data
- request correction of inaccurate data
- request deletion of your data
- request restriction of processing
- object to processing based on legitimate interests
- withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
- request data portability where applicable
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent data protection authority.
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under applicable California privacy laws, including the right to know, access, or delete certain personal information. We do not sell personal data.
9. International Data Transfers
Some data may be processed on servers located outside of the European Union, including in the United States. Where required, such transfers are carried out using appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission.
10. Analytics and Security Services
We use Google Analytics 4, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to understand how users interact with the website and to improve our services. Google Analytics processes usage data such as page views, device and browser information, and IP-related data in anonymized or truncated form.
Google Analytics does not provide us with directly identifiable personal information. Data is processed in accordance with Google’s data protection terms and our configured retention settings.
We also use Google reCAPTCHA to protect the website from spam, abuse, and automated access. reCAPTCHA collects hardware and software information, such as device and application data, and sends it to Google for analysis. This data is processed in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
In addition, we use a security and anti-fraud solution developed by I/O Labs to protect the website from malicious activity. This service processes technical data solely for security and fraud prevention purposes and does not use the data for advertising or marketing.
11. Children
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has provided personal data, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes become effective upon publication on this page.
13. Contact
For privacy-related questions or requests, please contact: info@filmplatforms.com
