Cinéphile

Your Personal Film Discovery Guide

Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 28, 2025

Your Privacy Matters: Cinéphile is designed with your privacy in mind. All your data stays on your device. We don't collect, store, or share any of your personal information.

Data Storage

Cinéphile stores all your data locally on your device. This includes:

None of this data is transmitted to our servers or any third party. Your film journey is entirely private and belongs only to you.

Third-Party Services

To provide film information, images, and streaming availability, Cinéphile uses The Movie Database (TMDB) API:

TMDB has their own privacy policy available at https://www.themoviedb.org/privacy-policy

What We Don't Collect

Cinéphile does not collect:

No Account Required

Cinéphile works completely offline and doesn't require you to create an account, sign in, or provide any personal information. You can start using the app immediately.

Data Security

Since all your data is stored locally on your device, your information is as secure as your device itself. We recommend:

Data Backup

Your Cinéphile data may be included in your device's iCloud or iTunes backups. This is managed by iOS and follows Apple's privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

Cinéphile is rated 4+ and is safe for users of all ages. We do not knowingly collect any information from children or anyone else.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Your Rights

Since we don't collect any data, there's no data for us to access, modify, or delete. You have complete control over your data at all times through your device.

Support

Getting Help

For questions, support, or feedback about Cinéphile:

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I add films to my watchlist?

Search for any film, open its detail page, and tap "Add to List" to save it to your watchlist or any custom list.

Where does the film data come from?

All film information, images, and streaming availability come from The Movie Database (TMDB), a comprehensive and community-maintained film database.

Can I sync my data across devices?

Currently, Cinéphile stores data locally on your device. We're exploring cloud sync options for future updates while maintaining our privacy-first approach.

How accurate is the streaming availability?

Streaming data is provided by JustWatch and updated regularly. Availability can change, so we recommend verifying on the streaming service before watching.

Can I export my data?

Data export features are planned for a future update. Your data is always accessible through the app and included in iOS device backups.

About Cinéphile

Cinéphile is a personal film discovery and organization app designed for movie lovers who want a beautiful, private, and ad-free experience. Unlike social film apps, Cinéphile focuses entirely on your personal film journey without the pressure of public ratings or social comparisons.

Key Features

Our Philosophy

We believe film discovery should be personal, private, and pressure-free. Cinéphile is built for people who love movies, not for people who love showing off their movie knowledge. Your ratings, notes, and watchlist are for you and you alone.

Credits

This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB.

Film data provided by The Movie Database (TMDB)

Streaming availability powered by JustWatch

Contact

Developer: Nimbus Labs

Email: support@nimbustheory.com

Website: nimbustheory.com