Privacy Policy

Effective date: May 10, 2026 · Site: polchi.com

Polchi (“Polchi,” “we,” “us”) publishes editorial coverage of films and related culture. This Privacy Policy describes how we handle information when you visit polchi.com (the “Site”). By using the Site, you agree to this Policy alongside our Terms of Service.

1. Who we are

Polchi operates an independent editorial publication. Contact: privacy@polchi.com.

2. Information we collect

• Usage data: Browser type, device category, approximate region derived from IP, pages viewed, and referral URLs—typically processed through privacy-conscious analytics when enabled.
• Cookies & storage: We may store minimal first-party cookies or local storage values for preferences (e.g., cookie-banner acknowledgment). See our Cookie Policy.
• Communications: If you email us, we retain the correspondence as needed to respond and maintain ordinary business records.
• Forms: Demo contact forms on static builds may not transmit data—refer to on-page notices. When backend delivery exists, submission contents are used solely for the stated purpose.

3. Legal bases (EEA/UK readers)

Where GDPR applies, we rely on legitimate interests to operate and secure the Site, and—where required—consent for non-essential cookies or marketing communications.

4. Advertising

If third-party advertising tags are enabled (for example, contextual display networks), those partners may process data pursuant to their policies. Polchi configures placements to reduce intrusive formats and prohibits deceptive units.

5. Data retention

We retain emails and operational logs only as long as necessary for security, compliance, and legitimate publishing purposes—typically months to a few years depending on record type.

6. Your choices

• Browser controls can block or delete cookies.
• You may request access, correction, deletion, or restriction where applicable law grants those rights.
• California residents may exercise rights under the CCPA/CPRA by emailing privacy@polchi.com with “Privacy Request” in the subject line.

7. Children

The Site is directed to general audiences and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 without parental consent.

8. International transfers

If data crosses borders, we implement appropriate safeguards consistent with applicable law.

9. Updates

We may revise this Policy; material changes will be indicated by updating the effective date at the top of this page.