Important Notice: By using the Micro Watch application ("App"), you agree to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, please do not use our App.
This Privacy Policy explains how Micro Watch ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information when you use our overseas video player application and related services.
1. Overview
Micro Watch is designed to provide short video streaming services while respecting user privacy. This policy outlines the information we collect and how we use it to enhance your viewing experience.
2. Information We Collect
We collect minimal information to operate, improve, and personalize our services:
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
- Account Information: If you create an account, we collect your email address, username, and password.
- Profile Information: Information you add to your profile, such as profile picture and display name.
- Content Preferences: Your favorite video categories, watch history, and saved videos.
- Communications: Information you provide when contacting support or providing feedback.
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, and hardware capabilities.
- Usage Data: How you interact with the App, including videos watched, viewing duration, search queries, and navigation patterns.
- Streaming Performance: Video loading times, buffering statistics, playback quality, and error logs.
- Viewing Analytics: Watch history and engagement metrics to personalize recommendations.
- Location Information: General location data (derived from your IP address) for content localization and analytics. We do not collect precise GPS location without explicit consent.
Important: Micro Watch does NOT access your personal files, contacts, or other sensitive data without your explicit permission. We only process information necessary for the App's functionality.
3. How We Use Your Information
| Purpose | Information Used | Legal Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Provide video streaming functionality | Account data, device information | Contractual necessity |
| Personalize video recommendations | Viewing history, preferences | Legitimate interest / Consent |
| Optimize streaming performance | Performance metrics, device capabilities | Legitimate interest |
| Analyze and improve service | Aggregated usage data | Legitimate interest |
| Ensure security and prevent abuse | Device identifiers, usage patterns | Legitimate interest |
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share limited data in these specific circumstances:
4.1 Trusted Service Providers
We engage carefully vetted third-party providers to perform essential services:
- Streaming Infrastructure: For delivering video content efficiently.
- Analytics Services: Anonymous usage analytics to understand feature adoption.
- Content Delivery Networks: To deliver content rapidly to users worldwide.
- Cloud Storage: For storing user preferences and watch history.
All providers are bound by strict contractual obligations to protect your data.
4.2 Legal Compliance and Safety
We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Micro Watch, our users, or others.
4.3 Business Transactions
In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as a business asset, subject to confidentiality agreements.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption for data in transit using TLS/SSL
- Secure server infrastructure with regular security updates
- Strict access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
While we take reasonable precautions, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy:
- Account Data:
- Retained until you delete your account or request deletion.
- Viewing History:
- Watch history and preferences are retained to personalize recommendations but can be cleared by the user at any time.
- Usage Analytics:
- Anonymous viewing data is typically retained for up to 36 months to improve recommendations.
- Diagnostic Data:
- Crash reports and error logs are retained for up to 12 months for issue resolution.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
7.1 Your Legal Rights
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data.
- Restriction: Request limitation of how we process your data.
- Objection: Object to certain types of processing.
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
7.2 In-App Privacy Controls
- Adjust video recommendation settings
- Clear viewing history and search history
- Manage notification preferences
- Delete your account and all associated data
8. International Data Transfers
Micro Watch operates globally. Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
9. Children's Privacy
Micro Watch is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information as soon as possible.
10. Third-Party Links and Services
The App may contain links to third-party websites or services and may integrate with third-party platforms. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before engaging with them.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy within the App
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Your continued use of the App after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.