Privacy Policy

Effective Date: March 26, 2026

Last Updated: March 26, 2026

1. Introduction and Overview

This Privacy Policy describes how Filmatic Black (“Filmatic Black,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and shares information about you when you access or use our website, digital platforms, social media channels, and any other online services that link to this Privacy Policy (collectively, the “Platform”), as well as any related applications, features, content, and services we provide (collectively, the “Services”). This Privacy Policy does not apply to information collected in an employment or contractor context, which is governed by separate policies where applicable.

For purposes of applicable data protection laws, Filmatic Black is the entity responsible for processing your personal information. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you may contact us at privacy@filmaticblack.com.

2. Information We Collect

Filmatic Black and our service providers (such as payment processors, hosting providers, analytics partners, and other vendors) may collect the following categories of information, depending on how you interact with the Platform:

A. Identifiers and Contact Information

Information such as your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, IP address, and account login credentials.

B. Payment Information

If you make a purchase or subscribe to a Membership, we (or our third-party payment processors) may collect payment-related information such as your billing address and payment method details. Payment information is processed securely by third-party providers and may be considered sensitive personal information under applicable law.

C. Account and Profile Information

Information you provide when creating an account or profile, including username, password, preferences, and any optional profile details.

D. Submissions and User Content

Information and content you choose to submit to us, including pitches, scripts, media files, messages, feedback, or other materials. This may also include your name, likeness, and social media handles associated with such submissions.

E. Usage and Activity Information

Information about how you interact with the Platform, including content you view, search for, engage with, or purchase, as well as your preferences and activity across the Platform.

F. Device and Technical Information

Information automatically collected when you use the Platform, including device type, browser type, operating system, IP address, unique device identifiers, and general location data (such as city or region).

G. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior, interactions with the Platform, and engagement with our emails, advertisements, and content. This may include pages visited, time spent, links clicked, referring URLs, and interactions with third-party content.

H. Social Media and Third-Party Integrations

If you connect or interact with third-party platforms (such as social media), we may receive information such as your username, profile information, and activity in accordance with your settings on those platforms. We may also use social media tools (such as pixels or widgets) that collect information about your interactions.

I. Communications Information

Information you provide when you contact us, sign up for communications, or interact with customer support, including email correspondence, messages, and any information you choose to share.

J. Professional or Business Information

If you engage with us in a business capacity (such as partnerships, sponsorships, or job applications), we may collect professional information such as your company name, job title, and business contact details.

K. Inferences

We may use the information above to draw inferences about your preferences, interests, and engagement with our content and services.

L. Other Information

Any other information you voluntarily provide to us or consent to our collection of.

3. How We Use Your Information

Filmatic Black may use your personal information (including sensitive personal information where applicable) for purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy and as permitted by law, including to:

A. Provide and Operate the Platform

Create and manage your account
Provide access to content, memberships, and services
Deliver digital content, products, and experiences

B. Process Transactions

Process purchases, subscriptions, and payments
Fulfill orders and deliver products or services
Manage billing, refunds, and account activity

C. Personalize Your Experience

Customize content, recommendations, and features
Tailor your experience based on your activity and preferences

D. Communicate With You

Respond to inquiries, feedback, and support requests
Send service-related messages, updates, and administrative communications
Provide information about your account, transactions, or changes to our policies

E. Marketing and Promotions

Send you promotional emails, messages, and offers (where permitted by law)
Provide information about new content, events, partnerships, and opportunities
Deliver targeted advertisements and measure their effectiveness

F. Analytics and Improvement

Monitor and analyze usage, trends, and engagement
Improve the Platform, content offerings, and user experience
Conduct research, surveys, and internal analysis

G. Submissions and Content Development

Review, manage, and evaluate submissions, pitches, and user-generated content
Develop, produce, and promote content and projects

H. Security and Fraud Prevention

Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, abuse, or unauthorized activity
Enforce our Terms of Use and protect the integrity of the Platform

I. Legal and Compliance

Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations
Respond to legal requests and enforce our rights

J. Business Operations

Manage relationships with partners, vendors, and collaborators
Evaluate business opportunities, sponsorships, and employment applications

K. Other Disclosed Purposes

Carry out any other purpose disclosed at the time you provide information or with your consent

Filmatic Black will not use your personal information for purposes that are materially different, unrelated, or incompatible with this Privacy Policy without providing you with notice where required by law.

We may also use aggregated or de-identified information for any lawful purpose.

4. How We Collect Your Information

Filmatic Black collects information about you from a variety of sources, both directly and indirectly:

A. Information You Provide Directly

We collect information you provide when you:

Create an account
Make a purchase or subscribe to a Membership
Submit content, pitches, or materials
Sign up for emails, texts, or other communications
Contact us or interact with customer support
Participate in events, promotions, or collaborations
Engage with us on social media or through the Platform

B. Information Collected Automatically

We and our service providers use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to automatically collect information when you interact with the Platform, including:

Device and browser information
IP address and general location
Pages viewed, time spent, and interactions
Links clicked and referring URLs
Engagement with emails, ads, and content

C. Information from Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers that support our operations, such as:

Payment processors
Hosting and cloud services
Analytics and marketing platforms
Customer support tools
Fulfillment and logistics partners

These providers may collect and process information on our behalf in connection with the services they perform.

D. Information from Other Users

We may receive information about you from other users. For example:

If someone purchases or gifts you access to content, memberships, or events
If you are included in shared submissions, collaborations, or referrals

E. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, including:

Social media platforms and content providers
Marketing and advertising partners
Business partners, sponsors, and collaborators
Event partners, exhibitors, or distribution platforms
Public sources or data providers

If you interact with us through third-party platforms, we may receive information in accordance with your settings and those platforms’ policies.

F. Combined Information

We may combine information collected from different sources to better understand you, improve our services, and personalize your experience.

5. How We Share Your Information

Filmatic Black may share your personal information (including, where applicable, sensitive personal information) in the following circumstances:

A. Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers that help us operate the Platform and Services, including:

Payment processors
Hosting and cloud service providers
Analytics and marketing platforms
Customer support tools
Fulfillment and logistics partners

These service providers process information on our behalf and are contractually obligated to use it only for the services they provide to us.

B. Business Partners and Collaborators

We may share information with business partners, sponsors, and collaborators in connection with:

Co-branded content, products, or promotions
Film releases, screenings, and events (including Q&As and premieres)
Distribution partners (such as theaters, streaming platforms, and exhibitors)
Sponsorships and brand partnerships

C. Marketing and Advertising Partners

We may share information with advertising networks, social media platforms, and marketing partners to:

Deliver targeted advertisements
Measure campaign performance
Improve marketing strategies

These partners may use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to collect information about your activity across different services.

D. Promotions, Contests, and Events

If you participate in promotions, sweepstakes, contests, or events, we may share your information with third parties involved in administering those activities, including co-sponsors, partners, and vendors.

E. Submissions and Content Collaboration

If you submit content, pitches, or materials, your information may be shared internally and with trusted partners, collaborators, or service providers for purposes of evaluation, development, production, or distribution.

F. Legal and Safety Purposes

We may disclose your information:

To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes
In response to lawful requests by government or law enforcement authorities
To enforce our Terms of Use or protect our rights
To protect the safety, rights, or property of Filmatic Black, our users, or others

G. Business Transfers

We may share or transfer your information in connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, sale of assets, or other business transaction, including during negotiations of such transactions.

H. With Your Consent or Direction

We may share your information with third parties when you direct us to do so or provide your consent.

I. Aggregated and De-Identified Information

We may share aggregated or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you with third parties for any lawful purpose.

J. Public and Interactive Features

Certain areas of the Platform may allow you to share information publicly (such as comments, submissions, or social features). Any information you choose to make public may be visible to others.

We are not responsible for how others use information you make publicly available. Please use discretion when sharing information.

6. Third-Party Services, Features, and Devices

The Platform may contain links to or integrations with third-party websites, platforms, services, and devices (“Third-Party Services”), including social media platforms, payment providers, and distribution partners.

We may also offer features that allow you to interact with third parties, such as sharing content, logging in through a third-party account, or engaging with embedded media (“Third-Party Features”).

If you choose to use Third-Party Services or Features:

Those third parties may independently collect information about you
Your interactions may be governed by their own terms and privacy policies
Both Filmatic Black and the third party may have access to certain information related to your interaction

Filmatic Black is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of any third-party services. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before engaging with them.

7. Your Choices

A. Marketing Communications

You may opt out of receiving promotional emails from us at any time by:

Clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email, or
Contacting us at privacy@filmaticblack.com

You may opt out of receiving text messages by replying STOP to any message you receive from us.

Please note that opting out of marketing communications will not affect transactional or service-related communications (such as account updates, purchases, or support messages).

B. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our service providers use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to collect information about your interactions with the Platform. You can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of certain features of the Platform.

C. Analytics Tools

We may use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to better understand how users interact with the Platform and to improve our services.

You can learn more about how Google uses data and opt out of certain tracking by visiting:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

D. Interest-Based Advertising

We may work with advertising partners to deliver targeted ads based on your activity across different websites and platforms. To opt out of interest-based advertising, you can visit:

Please note that opting out does not mean you will stop seeing ads—it means the ads may be less relevant to your interests.

E. Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” signal. At this time, there is no universal standard for how to respond to these signals, and the Platform does not currently respond to them.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable privacy laws, including those in the United States (such as California) and internationally.

8.1 United States Privacy Rights

If you are a resident of certain U.S. states, including California, you may have the following rights with respect to your personal information:

A. Right to Know / Access

You have the right to request that we disclose information to you about our collection and use of your personal information, including:

The categories of personal information we collect about you
The categories of sources from which your information is collected
The business or commercial purposes for collecting or sharing your information
The categories of third parties with whom we share your information
The specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you

B. Right to Correct

You have the right to request that we correct inaccurate personal information that we maintain about you.

C. Right to Delete

You have the right to request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain exceptions (such as when the information is required to complete a transaction, detect fraud, comply with legal obligations, or enforce our agreements).

D. Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing

You have the right to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of your personal information for purposes such as targeted advertising. You may exercise this right by:

Adjusting your cookie preferences
Using browser-based opt-out signals (where supported)
Contacting us directly

E. Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information

If we collect sensitive personal information (such as payment details or account credentials), you may request that we limit its use to what is necessary to provide services or as otherwise permitted by law.

F. Right to Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights. This means we will not deny you services, charge different prices, or provide a different level of quality solely because you exercised your rights.

G. Shine the Light (California)

California residents may request information regarding the disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes. To make such a request, please contact us at:
privacy@filmaticblack.com and include “Shine the Light Request” in the subject line.

H. Requests by Authorized Agents

You may designate an authorized agent to submit a request on your behalf. We may require verification of both your identity and the authority of the agent.

I. How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of your U.S. privacy rights, you may contact us at: privacy@filmaticblack.com

We may take reasonable steps to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

8.2 International Privacy Rights (EEA, UK, and Similar Jurisdictions)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom (UK), or another jurisdiction with similar laws, you may have additional rights, including:

A. Legal Bases for Processing

We process your personal information on one or more of the following legal bases:

Consent – where you have given permission
Contract – where processing is necessary to fulfill a contract (e.g., purchases or memberships)
Legitimate Interests – where processing is necessary for our business operations and not overridden by your rights
Legal Obligations – where required by law
Legal Claims – where necessary to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims

B. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal information
Restrict or limit processing
Object to certain types of processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

C. Complaints

If you believe your data has been processed in violation of applicable law, you may lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

8.3 Additional Jurisdictions

Depending on where you reside, you may have additional privacy rights under applicable laws. Filmatic Black will respond to requests in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

8.4 Data Use Disclosures (California Transparency)

For purposes of California privacy law, we may collect and use categories of personal information including:

Identifiers (e.g., name, email, IP address)
Commercial information (e.g., purchases and preferences)
Internet activity (e.g., browsing behavior)
Professional or employment-related information
Sensitive personal information (e.g., account credentials, payment details)
Inferences derived from the above

We collect this information from:

You directly
Your devices and interactions
Service providers and partners

We may disclose this information to:

Service providers
Business partners and collaborators
Marketing and advertising partners
Legal authorities when required

We may “share” certain information (such as identifiers and online activity) for purposes of targeted advertising. We do not knowingly sell or share personal information of individuals under 16 years of age.

9. Data Retention

Filmatic Black retains personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including for any compatible business or legal purposes. We determine appropriate retention periods based on several factors, including:

The nature and sensitivity of the personal information
The purposes for which the information was collected and used
Whether the information is necessary to provide our services
Applicable legal, tax, accounting, or regulatory requirements
The need to resolve disputes, enforce our agreements, or defend legal claims

When personal information is no longer required, we will delete, anonymize, or securely archive it in accordance with our data retention practices.

10. Children’s Privacy

The Platform and Services are intended for a general audience and are not directed to children under the age of 13. Filmatic Black does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without appropriate consent, we will take steps to delete such information. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that a child has provided personal information to us, please contact us at privacy@filmaticblack.com

11. International Transfers

If you access or use the Platform from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, processed in, and stored in the United States and other jurisdictions. Data protection laws in these jurisdictions may differ from those in your country of residence. By using the Platform or providing your information, you acknowledge and consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other jurisdictions where Filmatic Black or its service providers operate. Where required by applicable law, we take steps to ensure that international data transfers are subject to appropriate safeguards, including contractual protections with our service providers.

12. Data Security

Filmatic Black implements reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from loss, theft, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. As a result, we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.

You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for any activity conducted under your account.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Filmatic Black reserves the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time.

Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy, unless otherwise stated. We may also provide additional notice where required by law. Your continued use of the Platform after any changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you may contact us at: privacy@filmaticblack.com For legal notices or formal requests, you may also contact us at the address provided on our Platform. We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your inquiries in a timely manner.