UniqueStream is a streaming platform available at uniquestream.net and as a mobile application for Android and iOS. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data across our website and mobile app.
Website Data Collection
Comments
When visitors leave comments on the site, we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection.
An anonymized string created from your email address (also called a hash) may be provided to the Gravatar service to see if you are using it. After approval of your comment, your profile picture is visible to the public in the context of your comment.
Media
If you upload images to the website, you should avoid uploading images with embedded location data (EXIF GPS) included. Visitors to the website can download and extract any location data from images on the website.
Cookies
We use cookies to improve your experience:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Comment cookies | Save your name, email & website for convenience | 1 year |
| Login cookies | Save your login information & display preferences | 2 days – 2 weeks |
| Session cookie | Determine if your browser accepts cookies | Session only |
| Editor cookie | Track the post you just edited | 1 day |
Embedded Content
Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website. These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content.
Mobile Application
UniqueStream is available as a mobile application for Android and iOS devices. This section describes the additional data we collect and process when you use our mobile app.
Account Registration
When you create an account through our mobile app, we collect:
- Username
- Email address
- Password (stored securely using encryption)
This information is used to authenticate you and provide personalized features such as watchlist, favorites, and watch history.
Watch History & Progress
When you watch content through our app, we collect:
- Which movies, TV shows, and episodes you watch
- Your playback progress (current position and duration)
- Timestamps of when you watched content
This data is used to resume playback where you left off, show your watch history, provide “Continue Watching” recommendations, and track completion for auto-play next episode.
Watchlist, Favorites & Ratings
We store your movies and TV shows added to your watchlist, content marked as favorites, and ratings you submit. This data is tied to your account and used to personalize your experience.
Push Notifications
If you enable push notifications, we collect:
| Data | Purpose |
|---|---|
| FCM device token | Deliver push notifications to your device |
| Device identifier | Identify your device for notification delivery |
| Platform type | Send platform-appropriate notifications (Android/iOS) |
You can disable push notifications at any time through the app settings or your device settings. Manage preferences within the app under Profile → Notification Preferences.
Device Information
Our app may collect basic device information including device type and model, operating system version, and app version. This information is used for compatibility, debugging, and improving the app experience.
Local Storage
Our app stores data locally on your device:
- Authentication tokens (for keeping you logged in)
- Cached content data (for faster loading and offline access)
- App preferences and settings
This data remains on your device and is removed when you log out or uninstall the app.
Third-Party Services
Our platform uses the following third-party services that may collect data:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Firebase Cloud Messaging (Google) | Push notifications | Google Privacy Policy |
| Video embed providers | Content streaming via third-party players | Varies by provider |
| Gravatar (Automattic) | Comment profile pictures | Automattic Privacy Policy |
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for marketing purposes. Your data may be shared only in the following circumstances:
- If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the reset email
- Third-party services listed above may receive limited data as described
How Long We Retain Your Data
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Comments & metadata | Indefinitely (for follow-up comment approval) |
| User profile information | As long as your account is active |
| Watch history & progress | As long as your account is active |
| FCM device tokens | Removed on logout or notification unregister |
| Cached data (on device) | Cleared on logout or app uninstall |
Your Rights
If you have an account on this site or our mobile app, you have the right to:
- Request an exported file of all personal data we hold about you
- Request that we erase any personal data we hold about you
- View and delete your watch history within the app
- Remove items from your watchlist and favorites
- Manage notification subscriptions per show
- Delete your account by contacting us
Note: This does not include data we are obliged to keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Have questions about this privacy policy?
contact@uniquestream.net