Quick Summary
- Guest mode: All data stays on your device
- Signed-in: Data syncs securely to our cloud database
- No tracking: We don't sell data, use trackers, or show ads
- Full control: Export or delete your data anytime
- Account deletion: Removes ALL your data from our servers
Table of Contents
Introduction
Welcome to WatchMori. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our iOS app and website.
Who We Are: WatchMori is an anime tracking application that helps you organize your watch list, track your progress, and discover new anime.
Information We Collect
1. Account Information (Optional)
Sign in with Apple:
- Apple User ID (encrypted, unique identifier)
- Email address (if you choose to share it)
- Name (if you choose to share it)
Guest Accounts:
- Only a randomly generated local identifier stored on your device
- No personal information collected
- Data never leaves your device
2. Watch List Data
What we collect:
- Anime titles you add to your watch list
- Episode progress and completion status
- Your ratings and notes (if you add them)
- Timestamps of when you add/update entries
Storage:
- Guest accounts: Stored locally on your device only
- Signed-in accounts: Stored locally AND synced to our secure cloud database
3. Social Features (Optional)
If you enable social features:
- Username you choose
- Friend code (auto-generated)
- Friend connections
- Activity posts (anime completed, level ups)
- Privacy preferences (who can see your profile/list)
4. Gamification Data
- Your total XP (experience points)
- Current level and progress
- Achievement milestones
5. Technical Data
We automatically collect:
- Device type and iOS version (for compatibility)
- App version
- Crash reports and diagnostic data (anonymized)
- Image cache storage usage
Purpose: To fix bugs, improve performance, and ensure compatibility
What We Don't Collect
We do NOT:
- Track your location
- Use advertising trackers or third-party analytics
- Sell your data to anyone
- Access your photos, contacts, or other apps
- Share your personal information with third parties for marketing
- Use cookies for tracking on our website
- Store passwords (we use Sign in with Apple)
How We Use Your Information
Primary Purposes
- Provide Core Functionality
- Store and sync your anime watch list
- Track your watching progress
- Calculate XP and levels
- Enable Social Features
- Connect with friends
- Share activity updates
- View friends' watch lists (based on privacy settings)
- Improve the App
- Fix bugs and crashes
- Optimize performance
- Develop new features
- Account Management
- Authenticate you with Sign in with Apple
- Sync data across your devices
Legal Basis (GDPR)
We process your data based on:
- Contract performance: To provide the app services you requested
- Legitimate interest: To improve app functionality and fix issues
- Consent: For optional features like notifications and social features
Third-Party Services
AniList API
What they provide: Anime metadata (titles, descriptions, cover images, episode counts)
Data shared: Your anime search queries and IDs of anime you view
Their privacy policy: https://anilist.co/terms
Note: We do not create AniList accounts for you or share your watch list with AniList
Apple Services
Sign in with Apple:
- Provides secure authentication
- We receive a unique identifier, and optionally your name/email
- We do not store passwords
Apple's privacy policy: apple.com/legal/privacy
Supabase (Database Provider)
What they provide: Secure cloud database for storing your synced data
- SOC 2 Type II compliant
- Data encrypted at rest and in transit
- Row-level security ensures users can only access their own data
Their privacy policy: supabase.com/privacy
Data Storage and Security
Where Your Data Lives
- Guest accounts: All data stored locally on your device only
- Signed-in accounts: Data stored on your device AND our secure cloud database
Security Measures
- All data encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Database data encrypted at rest
- Row-level security (RLS) ensures you can only access your own data
- Sign in with Apple uses industry-standard security
- Local device data protected by iOS sandbox security
- No passwords stored (we use Apple's authentication)
- Cascading deletes ensure complete data removal
Data Retention
- Active accounts: Data retained as long as you use the app
- Deleted accounts: ALL data deleted immediately from our servers
- Guest accounts: Data deleted when you uninstall the app or clear data
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your data: View all your watch list data in the app
- Export your data: Use "Export My List" in Settings
- Delete your data: Use "Delete Account" in Settings (removes ALL data from our servers)
- Opt-out of sync: Use a guest account to keep all data local
- Change preferences: Update privacy settings anytime in the app
Regional Rights
European Union (GDPR):
- Right to access, rectification, erasure, restriction, portability
- Right to object and withdraw consent
- Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authority
California (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information we collect
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale (note: we never sell data)
How to Exercise Your Rights
- In-app: Use Settings > Data Management or Delete Account
- Email: Contact us at privacy@watchmori.io
We will respond to requests within 30 days.
Children's Privacy
WatchMori is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
Age rating: The app is rated for ages 12+ due to anime content.
Notifications
We may send you notifications for:
- Episode reminders (if you enable them)
- Level up and achievement alerts
- Friend requests (if social features enabled)
Control: You can disable notifications in iOS Settings > WatchMori > Notifications
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Showing an in-app notification
- Posting on watchmori.io
Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
Data Breach Notification
In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will:
- Notify you within 72 hours
- Report to relevant authorities as required
- Take steps to mitigate harm
Analytics and Advertising
Analytics: We do not use third-party analytics tools like Google Analytics
Advertising: We do not display ads or use advertising trackers
Monetization: The app may use a premium subscription model in the future
Contact Us
Have Questions?
For privacy questions, data requests, or concerns:
Email: privacy@watchmori.io
Website: watchmori.io
Response time: We aim to respond within 48 hours
Legal Compliance
This privacy policy complies with:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - EU
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) - USA
- Apple App Store guidelines
- iOS privacy requirements
Your Consent
By using WatchMori, you consent to this privacy policy.
- For guest accounts: You consent to local data storage only
- For signed-in accounts: You consent to cloud sync and data processing as described
You can withdraw consent at any time by deleting your account or switching to a guest account.