Watchly Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 21, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how the "Watchly" mobile application ("Application") collects, processes, stores, and protects your personal data. By using the Application, you agree to the terms stated in this policy.

1. Data Controller

Developer: Yunus Emre Çağan
Contact: caganyunusemre.5559@gmail.com
Website: https://www.yunusemrecagan.com

2. Data We Collect

2.1 Account Information

When you register for the Application, the following information is collected:

Email address
Name / username
Profile photo (optional)
Credentials provided via Sign in with Apple or Sign in with Google

2.2 Usage Data

Lists of movies and TV shows you have watched or plan to watch
Episode tracking progress
Ratings and reviews you submit
Custom lists you create
Users you follow and your social interactions
In-app language and notification preferences

2.3 Technical Data

Device model and operating system version
Application version
Push notification token (via APNs)
Anonymous usage statistics and crash reports (via Firebase Analytics / Crashlytics)
Anonymized product analytics and session recordings (via PostHog). Users are identified solely by an anonymous ID; all text input fields are automatically masked during session recordings to protect your privacy, and all data is processed on servers located within the European Union (EU).

2.4 Purchase Data

When you purchase Watchly Premium, the transaction is processed directly through the Apple App Store. We do not collect, view, or store your credit card or payment information. Only your premium entitlement status (active/inactive) is associated with your account. Watchly Premium is a one-time purchase, not a subscription.

3. How We Use Your Data

The collected data is used for the following purposes:

To create and manage your account
To provide movie/TV show tracking features
To enable social features (following, sharing, comments)
To send push notifications when new episodes are released
To verify your Premium entitlements
To improve application performance and user experience
To fulfill legal obligations

4. Third-Party Services

The Application uses the following third-party services. These services are governed by their own privacy policies:

Supabase – Authentication and database (https://supabase.com/privacy)
Sign in with Apple – Authentication (https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/)
Sign in with Google – Authentication (https://policies.google.com/privacy)
Firebase – Analytics and crash reporting (https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy)
PostHog – Product analytics and anonymous session replay - EU Servers (https://posthog.com/privacy)
TMDB – Movie and TV show data (https://www.themoviedb.org/privacy-policy)
Apple Push Notification service (APNs) – Notification delivery (https://www.apple.com/legal/privacy/)

5. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely and encrypted within the Supabase infrastructure. Usage analytics and anonymous session recording data are hosted on PostHog's European Union (EU) based servers. Your data is protected as long as your account remains active. Only authorized system processes and the developer (in a limited capacity) have access to the data.

6. User Rights

Under GDPR and KVKK, you have the following rights:

To request access to your data
To request correction of inaccurate data
To delete your account and all associated data (available with a single tap within the app under "Settings > Delete Account")
To object to the processing of your data
To request data portability

For any requests, please contact caganyunusemre.5559@gmail.com.

7. Account Deletion

You can permanently delete your account within the Application via "Settings > Delete Account". When your account is deleted, the following will be irreversibly removed from our system:

Your profile information
All your lists, reviews, and ratings
Your social connections
Your following relationships
Your Premium entitlement, if applicable

Important: If you have purchased Watchly Premium and subsequently delete your account, your Premium access will be lost along with your account. Because your Premium entitlement is tied to your Watchly account (and not solely to your Apple ID), the "Restore Purchases" function will not restore Premium for a deleted account. If you create a new account later, you will need to purchase Premium again. Refunds for this scenario must be requested directly from Apple.

8. Children's Privacy

The Application is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect data from users under 13 years of age. If we become aware of such a situation, the relevant data will be deleted immediately.

9. Notifications

Push notifications are sent only with your consent. You can manage your notification preferences within the Application and through your device settings.

10. Policy Changes

This Privacy Policy may be updated as necessary. You will be notified of significant changes via in-app notification or email. The current version will always be published on this page.

11. Contact

For any questions, requests, or complaints regarding this policy: caganyunusemre.5559@gmail.com