Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 2026
1. Data We Collect
When you create an account on AniPortal, we collect:
- Username — displayed publicly on your profile and comments
- Email address — used for account verification, password resets, and optional notifications
- Watch history — episodes you view are logged to provide resume-playback and history features
- Watchlist — anime you save to your personal watchlist
- XP and level — gamification data tied to your engagement
- IP address — collected for security and abuse prevention
2. How We Use Your Data
Your data enables core platform functionality:
- Personalize your experience (resume watching, recommendations)
- Maintain your watchlist and history across sessions
- Send account-related emails (password resets, email verification)
- Improve platform performance and fix bugs
- Prevent abuse and enforce our Terms of Service
3. Cookies
We use essential cookies to maintain your session and preferences. These are necessary for the platform to function. We do not use tracking cookies for advertising purposes. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not work correctly.
4. Third-Party Services
AniPortal may use the following third-party services:
- Google Analytics — anonymized usage statistics (page views, feature usage)
- CDN providers — for serving images and static assets
- Embedded video players — content hosted by third parties
5. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access — request a copy of all data we hold about you
- Export — download your data in JSON format
- Delete — request permanent deletion of your account and associated data
- Correct — update your profile information at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at aniportalani@gmail.com. We will respond within 30 days.
6. Children's Privacy (COPPA)
AniPortal is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately and we will delete it.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures including password hashing (bcrypt), HTTPS encryption, and session management to protect your data. However, no online service is 100% secure.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be announced via the platform notification system. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
9. Contact
For privacy-related inquiries: aniportalani@gmail.com