Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 29, 2026

1. Introduction

Afro Shorts ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the Service.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

  • Name and display name
  • Email address
  • Username
  • Profile picture
  • Bio or description

Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information when you use the Service:

  • Titles you add to your watchlist
  • Titles you mark as watched
  • Titles you like
  • Collections you follow
  • Curators you follow
  • App usage patterns and preferences

Analytics Data

We use PostHog, a product analytics platform, to collect and analyze usage data to improve our Service. PostHog may collect:

  • Pages and screens you visit within the app
  • Features you interact with
  • Session duration and frequency
  • Click patterns and user flows
  • Performance metrics and error reports
  • Referral sources
  • Browser type and version
  • Approximate geographic location (country/city level)

This data helps us understand how users interact with our Service, identify issues, and make improvements. PostHog processes this data on our behalf and is contractually obligated to protect your information.

Device Information

We may collect information about your device, including:

  • Device type and model
  • Operating system
  • Unique device identifiers
  • General location (country/region)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain the Service
  • Personalize your experience and content recommendations
  • Process and manage your account
  • Send you updates, notifications, and promotional materials (with your consent)
  • Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve the Service
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information in the following situations:

  • Public Profile: Your username, display name, profile picture, and public activity may be visible to other users
  • Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, including:
    • PostHog (analytics and product insights)
    • Cloud hosting providers
    • Email service providers
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Storage and Security

We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Supabase, a trusted cloud database provider with robust security practices.

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and hold certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.

Types of cookies we use:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function properly (e.g., authentication, session management)
  • Analytics Cookies: Used by PostHog to collect anonymous usage data and help us understand how you use our Service
  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

PostHog uses cookies and local storage to track user sessions and maintain analytics data. You can opt out of PostHog tracking by enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser settings or by contacting us directly.

7. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers. PostHog may process data in the United States and European Union.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information via our account deletion page
  • Portability: Request a portable copy of your data
  • Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time
  • Analytics Opt-out: Opt out of PostHog analytics tracking by enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser or contacting us

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:privacy@afroshorts.tv