Last Updated: January 19, 2026
Welcome to BingeClub! This Privacy Policy explains how Tapebook Ltd. DBA StormingLights ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects your personal information when you use the BingeClub mobile application ("App").
By using BingeClub, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
| Data Type | Description | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account Information | Name, email address (via Apple Sign-In) | Account creation and authentication |
| Profile Information | Username, profile photo, bio | Personalization and social features |
| Preferences | Genre preferences (up to 5), "Top 4" selections | Recommendations and Taste Match calculations |
| User Content | Check-ins, reactions ("vibes"), comments | Core app functionality and social sharing |
| Data Type | Description | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Usage Data | Features used, screens viewed, interactions | Analytics and service improvement |
| Device Information | Device type, operating system, unique identifiers | Technical support and analytics |
| Source | Data Type | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Sign-In | Name, email (as configured by you) | Authentication |
| Contacts (Optional) | Email addresses from your device contacts | Friend discovery via match_contacts_by_email |
We only access your contacts if you explicitly grant permission. Contact data is used solely to match you with existing BingeClub users and is not stored on our servers beyond the matching process.
We use the information we collect to:
Your profile information (username, photo, genre preferences, check-ins) is visible to other BingeClub users according to your privacy settings. You can enable "Ghost Mode" in Settings to hide your activity from other users.
We use the following third-party services:
| Provider | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Supabase | Database and authentication | Account data, user content |
| TMDB (The Movie Database) | Movie/TV show information | Search queries only |
| Firebase Analytics | Usage analytics | Anonymized usage events |
| Apple | Authentication | Apple-managed credentials |
We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others.
If Tapebook Ltd. is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred. We will notify you of any such change.
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. Specifically:
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account & Profile Data | Until account deletion |
| Check-ins & User Content | Until account deletion or content removal |
| Analytics Data | 24 months (anonymized) |
You may delete your account at any time through Settings > Account > Delete Account. Upon deletion:
You may request a copy of your personal data by contacting us at the email below.
You can update your profile information directly within the App at any time.
You can delete your account through Settings > Account > Delete Account. This action is permanent and requires typing "DELETE" for confirmation.
BingeClub provides in-app privacy controls:
| Control | Location | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Ghost Mode | Settings > Privacy Mode | Hides your activity from other users |
| Blocked Users | Settings > Friends | Prevents specific users from seeing your content or contacting you |
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:
While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
BingeClub is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete such information.
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using BingeClub, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other jurisdictions where our service providers operate.
BingeClub may contain links to third-party websites or services (e.g., social media platforms, TMDB). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:
Your continued use of BingeClub after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
To exercise these rights, contact us at the email below.
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: support@storminglights.com
This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with Apple's App Store Review Guidelines, including:
By using BingeClub, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
