Privacy Policy for Stream Hub

Introduction

Stream Hub ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application Stream Hub (the "App"). Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the App.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide to Us

Account Information

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  Email Address: Required for account registration and login
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  Username/Nickname: Optional display name for your profile
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  Password: Encrypted and stored securely for authentication

User Preferences

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  Language Settings: Your preferred content and interface language
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  Theme Preferences: Light/dark mode selection
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  Content Preferences: Your watchlist and viewing preferences

Information Automatically Collected

Device Information

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  Device Type: Android/iOS device model and operating system version
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  Device ID: Anonymous device identifier for app functionality
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  Network Information: Connection status for optimal streaming recommendations

Usage Data

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  App Features Used: Which features and screens you interact with
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  Search History: Your search queries within the app (stored locally)
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  Viewing History: Content you've viewed (stored locally)
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  Crash Reports: Anonymous crash data to improve app stability

Third-Party Data

Content Data from TMDB

We use The Movie Database (TMDB) API to provide movie and TV show information. When you search or browse content, requests are made to TMDB servers. Please refer to TMDB's Privacy Policy for their data practices.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

Most of your data is stored locally on your device using:

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  SharedPreferences: For simple settings
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  SQLite Database: For structured data like watchlist
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  Secure Storage: For sensitive authentication tokens

Server Storage

Limited data is stored on our servers:

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  Account credentials: Encrypted using industry-standard methods
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  Basic profile information: Username and email
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  Authentication tokens: For maintaining login sessions

Security Measures

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information only in the following situations:

1. With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information
2. Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist in app operations
3. Legal Requirements: When required by law or legal process
4. Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety

Third-Party Services

The App uses the following third-party services:

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  TMDB API: For movie and TV show data
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  Firebase Crashlytics (if enabled): For crash reporting
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  Google Play Services: For app distribution and updates

Children's Privacy

Your Data Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

1. Access: Request a copy of your personal information
2. Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
3. Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
4. Portability: Request your data in a portable format
5. Opt-out: Opt-out of certain data collection or communications

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email provided below.

Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to:

• • Provide you with the App services
• • Comply with legal obligations
• • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using the App, you consent to such transfers.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• • Updating the "Last Updated" date
• • Sending an in-app notification for significant changes
• • Requesting your consent where required by law

Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]

California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional 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 opt-out of the sale of personal information
• • Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

European Union Privacy Rights

If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• • Legal basis for processing your data is consent or legitimate interest
• • Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
• • Right to withdraw consent at any time
• • Right to object to processing based on legitimate interests