Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 23, 2025
Information We Collect
Thrifty Streamer is committed to protecting your privacy. We collect minimal information necessary to provide our streaming tracking service:
Personal Information
- Account Information: Email address and encrypted password for account creation and login
- Profile Data: Display preferences, settings, and account customizations
- Communication Data: Support inquiries and feedback you provide
Usage Information
- Streaming Data: TV shows in your watchlist, viewing progress, and subscription preferences
- Service Data: Streaming services you track and their associated costs
- Interaction Data: How you navigate and use application features
- Device Information: Browser type, device type, and screen resolution for optimization
How We Use Your Information
Primary Functions
- Service Delivery: Provide core functionality for tracking shows and subscriptions
- Personalization: Generate personalized recommendations and cost analysis
- Progress Tracking: Maintain your viewing history and episode progress
- Account Management: Enable login, data export/import, and account recovery
Improvement & Analytics
- Service Enhancement: Analyze usage patterns to improve functionality
- Bug Fixes: Identify and resolve technical issues
- Feature Development: Develop new features based on user needs
- Performance Optimization: Improve app speed and reliability
Third-Party Services
To provide our services effectively, we integrate with the following third-party providers:
Data & Content Providers
- The Movie Database (TMDb):
- Purpose: TV show information, metadata, posters, and episode details
- Data Shared: Search queries and show IDs (no personal information)
- Privacy Policy: TMDb Privacy Policy
Advertising & Analytics
- Google AdSense:
- Purpose: Display relevant advertisements to support free service
- Data Used: Browsing behavior, device information, and demographics
- Control: You can opt out via Google's Ads Settings
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Essential Cookies
- Authentication: Keep you logged in securely
- Preferences: Remember your settings and preferences
- Security: Protect against unauthorized access
Analytics Cookies
- Usage Analytics: Understand how features are used
- Performance Monitoring: Track app performance and errors
- A/B Testing: Test new features with user groups
Advertising Cookies
Google AdSense uses cookies to:
- Serve personalized advertisements based on your interests
- Measure ad performance and effectiveness
- Prevent showing you the same ad repeatedly
- Understand which ads lead to website visits or purchases
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through:
- Browser Settings: Block or delete cookies in your browser preferences
- Ad Preferences: Google Ads Settings for personalized ads
- Opt-Out Tools: Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and update your personal information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Opt out of non-essential communications
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: [email protected]
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page.