Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

StreamScout ("we", "us", or "our") operates the StreamScout website and mobile application (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

a. Usage & Analytics Data

We automatically collect anonymous usage data to improve the Service. This includes:

• Search queries you enter
• Content you view (movies, TV shows)
• Streaming platform links you click
• Device type (mobile, tablet, or desktop) and browser information
• Your general region/country (detected from your IP address)
• Referrer URL (the page that linked you to our Service)
• Session identifiers (randomly generated, not linked to your identity)

b. Local Storage

We store your language preference locally on your device using browser localStorage. This data never leaves your device.

c. Information We Do NOT Collect

• We do not require you to create an account
• We do not collect your name, email address, or any personal contact information
• We do not collect payment or financial information
• We do not use cookies for tracking or advertising
• We do not collect precise location data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

• Display streaming availability relevant to your region
• Show trending content for your area
• Analyze aggregate usage patterns to improve the Service (e.g., popular searches, most-used platforms)
• Monitor Service performance and fix issues

4. Data Storage & Security

Analytics data is stored securely using Supabase, a cloud database provider, with servers located in the United States. We use industry-standard security measures to protect this data. Session identifiers are randomly generated and cannot be used to identify you personally.

5. Third-Party Services

Our Service uses the following third-party services:

• TMDB (The Movie Database) — provides movie and TV show data, including streaming availability. Subject to TMDB's Privacy Policy.
• Vercel Analytics — provides anonymous, privacy-friendly web analytics. Subject to Vercel's Privacy Policy.
• Supabase — cloud database for storing anonymous analytics events. Subject to Supabase's Privacy Policy.

6. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it.

7. Data Retention

Anonymous analytics data is retained for up to 12 months to analyze trends and improve the Service. Session identifiers expire when you close your browser.

8. Your Rights

Since we do not collect personally identifiable information, most data privacy rights (access, correction, deletion) do not apply. However, you can:

• Clear your browser's localStorage to remove your language preference
• Use your browser's privacy/incognito mode to prevent session storage
• Contact us with any privacy concerns

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@streamscout.app.