Privacy Policy
Website Information
This privacy policy applies to https://www.filmaesthete.com (“FilmAesthete,” “we,” “us,” or “our”).
Comments
When you leave a comment on FilmAesthete, we collect the information you provide in the comment form, along with your IP address and browser user agent string for spam detection purposes.
If you provide an email address, an anonymized hash may be sent to Gravatar to display your profile picture if you use their service. Gravatar’s privacy policy is available at https://automattic.com/privacy/. Your profile picture will be publicly visible alongside your approved comments.
Media Uploads
If you upload images to FilmAesthete, please be aware that any embedded location data (EXIF GPS) in your images will remain accessible. We recommend removing location data before uploading if you wish to keep it private.
Cookies
FilmAesthete uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience:
- Comment cookies: If you leave a comment, you may opt to save your name, email, and website for future comments. These cookies last one year.
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies determine browser compatibility and are deleted when you close your browser.
- Login cookies: These save your login credentials and display preferences for two days (or two weeks if you select “Remember Me”). Screen preference cookies last one year.
- Editing cookies: A temporary cookie (lasting one day) tracks recently edited articles to improve your workflow.
Embedded Content
Our articles may feature embedded content from third-party platforms (YouTube, Instagram, etc.). These embeds function as if you visited those platforms directly, meaning they may collect data, use cookies, and track your interactions according to their own privacy policies.
Data Sharing
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties. If you request a password reset, your IP address will be included in the automated reset email for security purposes.
Data Retention
- Comments: Stored indefinitely to facilitate automatic approval of subsequent comments and maintain discussion continuity.
- User profiles: Personal information provided during registration is stored as long as your account remains active.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access and export all personal data we hold about you
- Edit your profile information at any time
- Request deletion of your personal data (excluding information we must retain for legal, administrative, or security purposes)
To exercise these rights, please contact us through our website.
Spam Detection
Comments may be processed through automated spam detection services to maintain content quality.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. Continued use of FilmAesthete constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Contact
For privacy-related questions or requests, please reach out via our contact page.
Last updated: December 2025