Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 31, 2026
1. What Information We Collect
We collect information to provide, improve, and personalize your experience on BollywoodUpdates. The types of information we collect include:
- Account Information: Email address, username, and authentication tokens (via Supabase)
- Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, clicks, and interactions (via Google Analytics)
- Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers
- Cookies and Tracking: Consent preferences, session data, and analytics identifiers
- Newsletter Subscriptions: Email addresses for movie updates and news
- Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we do not store card details)
- AI Processing: Content queries sent to OpenAI, Gemini, Anthropic, and Perplexity for enhanced recommendations
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Essential Operations
Authentication, account management, fraud prevention, and security (Supabase, Stripe)
Analytics & Improvement
Understanding user behavior, improving site performance, and optimizing content (Google Analytics)
Personalization
Delivering personalized movie recommendations and content based on your preferences (OpenAI, Gemini, Anthropic, Perplexity)
Communications
Sending newsletters, updates, and promotional content (only with your consent)
Legal Compliance
Complying with legal obligations and protecting our rights
3. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us recognize you and remember your preferences.
For a detailed list of all cookies we use, their purposes, and durations, please visit our Cookie Policy.
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the Cookie Preferences button in the footer.
4. Do Not Sell My Personal Information
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and similar privacy laws, you have the right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of your personal information for targeted advertising purposes.
We do not sell your personal information. However, we do share certain data with third-party analytics and advertising partners (Google Analytics, Stripe, and AI services) as described in this policy.
To opt out of personalized advertising and data sharing:
- Use the Cookie Preferences button in the footer to disable marketing cookies
- Clear your browser cookies and disable third-party cookies in your browser settings
- Contact us at support@niraj.com with your request
5. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
GDPR Rights (EU Residents)
- Right to access your personal data
- Right to rectification of inaccurate data
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent at any time
CCPA Rights (California Residents)
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@niraj.com with your request.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations.
Consent Data
Your cookie consent preferences are stored locally in your browser's localStorage under the keybollywoodupdates_consent_v1. This data is retained until you clear your browser cache or manually delete it.
Account Data
Account information is retained for the duration of your account and for 30 days after deletion for recovery purposes.
Analytics Data
Google Analytics data is retained for 26 months by default. You can request deletion at any time.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
BollywoodUpdates Privacy Team
Email: support@niraj.com
We will respond to your request within 30 days.
8. Last Updated
This Privacy Policy was last updated on March 31, 2026. We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.