# Privacy Policy for Cinetel-Intersect

**Last Updated: June 2026**

## Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how **Cinetel-Intersect** ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and shares information about users of the mobile application **Cinetel-Intersect** (the "App").

By accessing or using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

## Information We Collect

### 1. Information You Provide
- **Account Credentials**: When you create an account, we collect your email address and a password (stored securely via Firebase Authentication).
- **Profile Information**: Username, display name, avatar image, bio text, and favorite movie genre preferences.
- **App Settings**: Your chosen theme preference, sound settings, and scanline display preference.
- **User Content**: Any posts, comments, likes, or other content you create within the App.

### 2. Information Automatically Collected
- **Usage Data**: Information about how you interact with the App through Firebase Analytics to improve service quality.
- **Device and Connection Information**: Device type, operating system version, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information collected by our advertising partners (AdMob).
- **Advertising Identifier**: For personalized ad delivery through Google AdMob services.

## How We Use Your Information

- To create and manage your account
- To provide and maintain the App's functionality (posting, commenting, liking features)
- To personalize your experience (theme preferences, genre recommendations)
- To display advertisements through Google AdMob
- To analyze usage patterns and improve our service
- To communicate with you about updates or service changes

## How We Share Your Information

### 1. With Service Providers
We share data with the following third-party services:
- **Firebase** (Google LLC): For authentication, database storage (Firestore), and analytics
- **Google AdMob**: For serving advertisements. Google may collect advertising identifiers and usage data for ad targeting purposes as described in [Google's Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)

### 2. Other Users
- Your username, avatar, bio, and posted content (posts, comments, likes) are visible to other App users
- Your email address is **not** shared with other users

### 3. Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.

## Data Retention

Your data is retained as long as your account remains active. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal information within [specify timeframe] days, subject to legal retention obligations.

## Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Object to or restrict certain processing activities
- Export a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at [your-email@example.com].

## Third-Party Services

The App uses the following third-party services:
- **Google Firebase/Firestore**: Data storage and authentication. See [Firebase Privacy](https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy)
- **Google AdMob**: Advertising platform that may collect data for ad personalization. See [AdMob Privacy Policy](https://adssettings.google.com/)

## Children's Privacy

The App does not target users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such data, contact us immediately.

## Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When changes are made, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy and, for significant changes, by posting notice in the App or via email.

## Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Spaceranger.inbox@gmail.com