1 Introduction
Welcome to Sado TV – your destination for the most engaging short dramas from around the world. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application, website, and related services (collectively, the "Service").
By accessing or using Sado TV, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Service.
Our Promise: We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. We do not sell your data, and we only collect what is necessary to provide and improve our Service.
2 Information We Collect
We collect several types of information to deliver and enhance your experience on Sado TV:
Account Information
When you register, we collect your email address, username, and password. You may optionally provide a profile picture and bio.
Viewing Activity
We track the dramas you watch, watch time, ratings, reviews, and interactions (likes, shares, comments) to personalize recommendations.
Device & Usage Data
We collect device model, operating system, IP address, app version, crash logs, and general usage patterns for analytics and troubleshooting.
Payment Information
If you subscribe to premium features, payment details are processed by our PCI-compliant payment partners. We do not store full payment card numbers.
Information You Provide Directly
- Account registration data
- Content you post (comments, reviews)
- Communications with our support team
- Preferences and settings
Information Collected Automatically
- Viewing history and watch time
- Search queries within the app
- Device identifiers and performance data
- Approximate location (based on IP address)
3 How We Use Your Information
| Information Category | Purpose of Use | Legal Basis (EEA) |
|---|---|---|
| Account Information | To create and manage your account, authenticate you, and communicate with you. | Contract performance |
| Viewing Activity | To provide personalized recommendations, improve content library, and analyze trends. | Legitimate interest / Consent |
| Device & Usage Data | To optimize app performance, fix bugs, and monitor service stability. | Legitimate interest |
| Payment Information | To process subscriptions and handle billing. | Contract / Legal obligation |
We may also use aggregated, anonymized data for research and marketing purposes.
5 Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption of data in transit (TLS 1.2+)
- Hashing of passwords using bcrypt
- Regular security audits and penetration testing
- Access controls restricting internal access to user data
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your account credentials confidential.
6 Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Delete your account and associated data.
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
- Opt-out: Withdraw consent for optional data processing (e.g., personalized ads).
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
To exercise your rights, contact us at zero.app.eg@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
7 Children's Privacy
Sado TV is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age in your country). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at zero.app.eg@gmail.com.
8 International Data Transfers
We operate globally, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. Our servers are located in the United States, Europe, and Singapore. When we transfer personal data from the EEA, we rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or other appropriate safeguards.
By using Sado TV, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws.
9 Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. In some cases, we may provide additional notice (e.g., in-app notification or email).
Your continued use of Sado TV after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
10 Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact our Privacy Officer:
Email:
zero.app.eg@gmail.com
We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 48 hours (business days).