Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 28, 2026

Picaflick ("the App") is operated by Liam McGarrigle ("we", "us", "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use the App.

By using Picaflick, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

Age Restriction

Picaflick is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 13. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at the email below.

Information We Collect

When you use Picaflick, we may collect the following information:

  • Account information: email address, username, and display name
  • Watch activity: movies you have watched, ratings, and reviews
  • Watchlist data: movies you save to your watchlist and their priority levels
  • Social data: friend connections and shared activity
  • Preferences: streaming service preferences, content trigger preferences, display settings, and genre preferences
  • Analytics data: usage patterns, device information, and interaction events collected via PostHog

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and operate the App's features, including movie recommendations, watchlists, and social features
  • Personalize your experience, including tailored movie recommendations based on your watch history and preferences
  • Improve the App through analytics and usage data
  • Communicate with you about your account, updates, and (if opted in) marketing communications

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services to operate the App:

  • The Movie Database (TMDB): movie metadata, images, and streaming availability
  • DoesTheDogDie: content and trigger warnings
  • PostHog: product analytics and usage tracking
  • Apple App Store / Google Play Store: app distribution and in-app purchases

These services may collect data independently according to their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review their policies.

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure servers. We take reasonable measures to protect your information, but no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your data: request a copy of all personal data we hold about you
  • Delete your data: request deletion of your account and all associated data
  • Export your data: request a portable copy of your data

Data export and full account deletion features are being implemented and will be available in the App. In the meantime, you can exercise these rights by contacting us at the email below.

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with third-party services as described above solely for the purpose of operating the App. We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Liam McGarrigle shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, whether incurred directly or indirectly, or any loss of data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from your use of the App.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the effective date. Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your data, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

[email protected]