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PRIVACY POLICY

Privacy Policy for ForgottenCinemaPodcast.com

Last Updated: 11.14.25

Forgotten Cinema (“we,” “us,” “our”) operates the website ForgottenCinemaPodcast.com (the “Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site, listen to our podcasts, engage with our content, or interact with us in any online capacity.

By using this Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

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1. Information We Collect

 

A. Information You Provide to Us

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:

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  • Name

  • Email address (e.g., newsletter signup, contact form)

  • Messages or inquiries submitted through contact forms

  • Information sent when participating in contests, promotions, or surveys

 

We do not collect payment information directly. Any purchases (e.g., merchandise, affiliate links) are handled by third-party platforms.

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B. Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, certain information is automatically collected:

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  • IP address

  • Browser type and version

  • Device information

  • Pages visited and time spent

  • Referring website

  • General location (city/region)

 

We use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to gather analytics and improve the user experience.

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C. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our Site uses:

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  • Google Analytics

  • YouTube embedded player tracking

  • Social media sharing tools

  • Affiliate tracking (e.g., Amazon links)

 

You may disable cookies through your browser settings.

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2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

 

  • Provide, maintain, and improve the Site

  • Analyze traffic and usage patterns

  • Respond to messages, questions, or feedback

  • Send newsletters or updates (if you opted in)

  • Promote podcast episodes, blog posts, and content

  • Support advertising, affiliate programs, and monetization

  • Detect and prevent security issues or misuse

 

We do not sell your personal information.

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3. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

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A. Service Providers

Trusted third-party vendors who help operate the Site, such as:

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  • Website hosting (e.g., Wix)

  • Analytics providers (Google Analytics)

  • Email marketing tools (e.g., MailChimp, Wix email)

  • Merchandise platforms (Printify, Etsy)

  • Podcast platforms (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.)

 

These providers only access data as needed to perform their services.

 

B. Embedded/Linked Content

Our Site contains links to or embeds content from third-party websites such as:

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  • YouTube

  • Podcast platforms

  • Amazon/Affiliate partners

  • Printify/Etsy

 

These services may collect data according to their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review those policies directly.

 

C. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to:

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  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Protect the rights, property, or safety of Forgotten Cinema, our audience, or others

  • Assist with fraud prevention or security investigations

 

4. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location (including the EU/EEA, UK, and California), you may have rights such as:

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  • Accessing the information we hold about you

  • Requesting correction or deletion

  • Opting out of email communications

  • Requesting we limit or restrict use of your information

  • Requesting a copy of your data

 

To exercise these rights, email us at: ForgottenCinemaPodcast@gmail.com (or your preferred contact email)

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5. Email Communications & Opt-Out

If you subscribe to our newsletter or updates:

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  • You may opt out at any time using the "unsubscribe" link

  • We only email users who intentionally sign up

 

We do not send spam, nor do we sell email lists.

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6. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:

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  • Secure connections (HTTPS)

  • Data minimization

  • Limited access to administrative tools

 

However, no online system is 100% secure. Use the Site at your own risk.

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7. Children’s Privacy

Our Site and podcast are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such information, contact us immediately so we can remove it.

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8. International Users

If you access our Site outside the United States, be aware that your data may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. By using our Site, you consent to such transfers.

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9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site signifies acceptance of any changes.

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10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests, contact us at:

Forgotten Cinema
Email: ForgottenCinemaPodcast@gmail.com
Website: ForgottenCinemaPodcast.com

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