Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2026-03-17
This Privacy Policy describes how Christmasify ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and shares information when you visit christmasify.com (the "Site"). By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Ratings and Reviews: When you rate movies or recipes, we store your rating along with an anonymous session identifier. We do not require an account or collect personal information for ratings.
- Quiz Responses: When you take quizzes, we store your answers and scores anonymously for aggregate statistics.
- Contact Information: If you contact us directly, we may receive your name and email address.
Information Collected Automatically
- Usage Data: We collect standard web server logs including IP addresses, browser type, referring pages, pages visited, and timestamps.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies for site functionality, analytics, and advertising. See Section 4 for details.
- Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access the Site, including device type, operating system, and screen resolution.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Operate and maintain the Site
- Display aggregate ratings and quiz statistics
- Analyze usage patterns to improve content and user experience
- Serve relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
- Detect and prevent abuse or spam
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: We use Cloudflare for hosting and content delivery, and Google AdSense for advertising. These providers may collect information as described in their own privacy policies.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, regulation, or legal process.
- Aggregate Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated statistics (e.g., "85% of users rated this movie 4 stars or higher") that cannot identify individual users.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Essential Cookies
Required for the Site to function properly. These include session cookies and security cookies provided by Cloudflare.
Analytics Cookies
We may use analytics tools to understand how visitors interact with the Site. These cookies collect information anonymously and report aggregate trends without identifying individual visitors.
Advertising Cookies
Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your visits to this Site and other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your browsing history. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in your browser's "Settings," "Preferences," or "Privacy" menu. Note that disabling cookies may affect Site functionality.
5. Third-Party Services
The Site uses the following third-party services that may collect data:
- Google AdSense: Serves advertisements. Google Privacy Policy
- Cloudflare: Provides hosting, CDN, and security services. Cloudflare Privacy Policy
6. Data Retention
We retain usage data and ratings for as long as necessary to provide the Site's services. Anonymous aggregate data (rating averages, quiz statistics) is retained indefinitely. Server logs are retained for a maximum of 90 days.
7. Your Rights (EEA/UK Users)
If you are located in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:
- The right to access your personal data
- The right to rectification of inaccurate data
- The right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- The right to restrict processing
- The right to data portability
- The right to object to processing
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the address below.
8. Children's Privacy
The Site is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.
9. International Transfers
The Site is hosted on Cloudflare's global network. Your information may be processed in countries other than your country of residence. By using the Site, you consent to this transfer. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for any international data transfers.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@christmasify.com