Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you create an account
• Profile Information: Your IMDb profile URL that you wish to promote
• Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through Stripe (we do not store full payment card details)
• Communications: Messages you send us through our contact forms or support channels

Information We Collect Automatically

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our service, including login times, features used, and activity in the network
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Analytics Data: Aggregate statistics about network activity and profile performance

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain the STARmeter.net service
• Distribute your IMDb profile across our discovery network
• Process your payments and manage your subscription
• Send you service updates, security alerts, and support messages
• Analyze and improve our service performance
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity
• Comply with legal obligations

3. How We Share Your Information

We are committed to protecting your privacy. We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• With Service Providers: We work with trusted third parties who help us operate our service (e.g., Stripe for payments, hosting providers). These parties are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• Network Distribution: Your IMDb profile URL is shared with members of our discovery network so they can view your public IMDb page. No other personal information is shared.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or governmental authority.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner.

4. Data Security

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

• Bank-level encryption (SSL/TLS) for all data transmission
• Encrypted storage of sensitive information
• Regular security audits and updates
• Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant providers
• Limited employee access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Access and Update

You can access and update your account information at any time through your dashboard.

Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data by:

• Canceling your subscription through your dashboard
• Contacting us at [email protected]

Upon cancellation, your profile is removed from our network and your data is deleted within 30 days.

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of promotional emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email. You will still receive essential service-related communications.

Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our service.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. Specifically:

• Active Accounts: Data retained for the duration of your subscription
• Canceled Accounts: Data deleted within 30 days of cancellation
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law
• Analytics Data: Anonymized aggregate data may be retained indefinitely

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this privacy policy.

8. Children's Privacy

STARmeter.net is not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. Third-Party Links

Our service contains links to IMDb and other third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending you an email notification for significant changes

Your continued use of our service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

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

12. California Privacy Rights

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

• Right to Know: Request information about the personal data we collect and how we use it
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the "sale" of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided above.

13. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

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

• Right of Access: Obtain confirmation and access to your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data under certain circumstances
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we process your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Right to Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority