Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 3, 2025

Privacy at a Glance

What we collect: Your interactions with our site (clicks, ratings, watchlist) stored locally in your browser.

How we use it: To provide personalized movie and TV show recommendations.

What we share: Nothing. Your data stays on your device and is never sold or shared.

Your control: You can delete all your data at any time through your browser settings.

1. Introduction
2. Information We Collect
3. How We Use Your Information
4. Data Storage and Security
5. Third-Party Services
6. Cookies and Tracking
7. Your Privacy Rights
8. Children's Privacy
9. Changes to This Policy
10. Contact Us

1. Introduction

Welcome to WatchNext AI ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

By using WatchNext AI, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our service:

Ratings and Reviews: When you rate movies or TV shows and optionally write reviews
Watchlist: Movies and TV shows you add to your personal watchlist
Preferences: Your genre preferences, rating filters, and other customization settings
Contact Information: If you contact us, we collect your email address and message content

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use WatchNext AI, we automatically collect certain information:

Data Type	What We Collect	Purpose
Usage Data	Pages viewed, features used, time spent	Improve service performance
Click Interactions	Movies/shows you click on or view	Personalize recommendations
Device Information	Browser type, screen resolution, OS	Optimize user experience
Log Data	IP address, timestamps, errors	Security and troubleshooting

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

We do NOT collect:

Your name, email, or any personally identifiable information (unless you contact us)
Payment information (our service is free)
Social security numbers or government IDs
Precise geolocation data
Information from your other accounts or services

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Provide and Maintain Our Service: To deliver personalized movie and TV show recommendations
Improve Our AI: To train and refine our recommendation algorithms based on user interactions
Personalization: To remember your preferences and customize your experience
Analytics: To understand how users interact with our service and identify areas for improvement
Communication: To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Important: We NEVER sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for their marketing purposes.

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage

Most of your data is stored locally in your web browser using browser localStorage. This means:

Your preferences, ratings, and watchlist remain on YOUR device
We do not have access to this data unless you send it to us
You can delete this data at any time through your browser settings
If you clear your browser data or use a different device, your preferences will be reset

4.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

HTTPS Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted
Secure APIs: We use Netlify serverless functions to securely handle API requests
No Password Storage: Since we don't require accounts, we don't store passwords
Regular Updates: We keep our software and dependencies up to date with security patches

Note: While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

4.3 Data Retention

We retain data for the following periods:

LocalStorage Data: Remains until you clear your browser data or delete it manually
Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data retained for up to 26 months
Server Logs: Retained for up to 90 days for security purposes
Contact Form Data: Retained for up to 2 years or until the inquiry is resolved

5. Third-Party Services

WatchNext AI uses the following third-party services, each with their own privacy policies:

5.1 The Movie Database (TMDb)

We use TMDb API to provide movie and TV show data. When you use our service, API requests are made to TMDb servers. Please review TMDb's Privacy Policy.

5.2 Netlify

Our website is hosted on Netlify. They may collect technical information about your visit. Review Netlify's Privacy Policy.

5.3 Google Analytics (If Enabled)

We may use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous usage statistics. You can opt-out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

5.4 Google AdSense (If Enabled)

We may display ads through Google AdSense to support our free service. Google may use cookies to show relevant ads based on your browsing history. Review Google's Privacy Policy. You can control ad personalization in your Google Ads Settings.

5.5 Streaming Service Links

We provide links to streaming services (Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+, etc.). When you click these links, you leave our website and are subject to those services' privacy policies.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

6.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience.

6.2 Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function (cannot be disabled)
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use the site (can be disabled)
Advertising Cookies: Used by ad networks to show relevant ads (can be disabled)

6.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Block All Cookies: Most browsers allow you to block all cookies, though this may limit functionality
Delete Cookies: You can delete existing cookies from your browser
Third-Party Cookies: You can block third-party cookies while allowing first-party cookies

Learn more: All About Cookies

7. Your Privacy Rights

7.1 General Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

Access: Request a copy of the data we have about you
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
Deletion: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal obligations)
Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format
Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

7.2 How to Exercise Your Rights

Since most data is stored locally on your device, you can:

Delete All Data: Use the "Reset AI Data" button in AI Settings on our website
Clear Browser Data: Clear localStorage through your browser settings
Contact Us: For server-side data, contact us at the information provided below

7.3 GDPR Rights (EU Residents)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under GDPR:

Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Right to withdraw consent at any time
Right not to be subject to automated decision-making

7.4 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
Right to say no to the sale of personal information
Right to access your personal information
Right to equal service and price

Note: We do NOT sell personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

WatchNext AI is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such information.

Age Requirement: You must be at least 13 years old to use WatchNext AI. If you are between 13 and 18, you must have parental or guardian consent.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes:

We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
For material changes, we will provide prominent notice on our website
Your continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Get in Touch

We're here to help with any privacy-related questions

Email: andrhlu0@gmail.com

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 30 days.

Legal Note: This Privacy Policy constitutes a legally binding agreement between you and WatchNext AI. By using our service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this policy.