Introduction This Privacy Policy outlines how FilmBeraterKI, an AI-based film and series recommendation platform operating in Switzerland, collects, uses, and safeguards your personal data. It is intended for all users interacting with our web or mobile applications, whether accessing recommendations, saving preferences, or exploring curated content. The policy reflects our compliance with Canadian privacy standards and Swiss data protection regulations, emphasizing user choice and transparency.
Privacy Policy To deliver personalized movie and TV series recommendations, FilmBeraterKI processes the following categories of data:
Personal identifiers: email address, device ID, pseudonymized user ID
Content preferences: genre selections, viewing habits, ratings, and saved lists
Interaction history: AI queries, selected recommendations, watch history
Technical metadata: browser type, OS, IP address, and session timestamps
Data is collected directly through account creation, during interactions with the AI assistant, or passively via system logs. All personal data is securely stored in data centers located in Switzerland or jurisdictions compliant with GDPR and Canadian data protection laws. Data retention is limited to the duration necessary to provide our services or as required by law.
GDPR We fully respect and uphold user rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the revised Swiss Federal Act on Data Protection (revFADP). You have the right to:
Access a copy of your stored personal data
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request erasure ("right to be forgotten") where legally applicable
Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing
Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
Withdraw your consent at any time without affecting previous lawful processing
We only process personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:
With your explicit consent (e.g., for personalized recommendations)
To fulfill our obligations to you under a user agreement
To comply with applicable legal obligations
Based on our legitimate interest in improving user engagement and platform relevance
Cookie Policy
4.1 Types of Cookies Used FilmBeraterKI uses cookies to improve performance and enhance user personalization. Our platform may set the following types of cookies:
Strictly Necessary Cookies: Enable navigation, secure login, and user authentication
Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences like language, region, and past picks
Analytical Cookies: Monitor usage statistics and optimize UI and algorithmic models
Recommendation Cookies: Track selections to refine suggestions in real-time
4.2 How to Disable Cookies You can manage cookie settings directly through your browser or device controls. While disabling non-essential cookies will not block access to the platform, it may limit personalization and result accuracy. You can also review and modify cookie preferences through our in-platform privacy settings panel.
Data Sharing with Third Parties We do not sell or rent personal information. We may disclose data to third-party partners only under the following circumstances:
Infrastructure providers that host or process data on our behalf under strict contracts
Analytics providers (with anonymized data only) for internal research and platform improvement
Regulatory or legal authorities if required to comply with Swiss or international law
All third parties are vetted for data protection standards and operate under confidentiality obligations aligned with Swiss and Canadian frameworks.
Data Security Measures We implement rigorous physical, administrative, and technical safeguards to protect your data:
Encryption of personal and preference data at rest and in transit
Secure API authentication and access limitation protocols
Regular system audits and security patching
Logging of data access and anomaly detection
User data is stored using distributed backup systems to minimize risk of loss or breach. Our team undergoes ongoing training in secure data handling and privacy best practices.
Effective Date This Privacy Policy is effective as of June 24, 2025. Any significant changes will be published on our platform and communicated to registered users. We encourage regular review to stay informed about updates related to personal data practices.