Privacy Policy

Effective Date: May 5th, 2025
Last Updated: May 4th, 2025

1. Introduction

InTheBlackNetwork, Inc. ("Company", "we", "our", or "us") provides access to video content and related services via an ad-supported (AVOD) and transactional video-on-demand (TVOD) model. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, share, and protect information when you use our website, mobile applications, and any related services (collectively, the "Platform"). By using our services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Name and contact information
• Billing and payment details
• Account login information
• Communications with customer support
• Information submitted through forms or contests

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• IP address and device identifiers
• Browser type and OS
• Pages viewed, interactions, and session data
• Ad impressions and clicks
• Video content watched

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Advertising partners
• Analytics providers
• Payment processors
• Social media integrations

3. Use of Information

We use your information to provide and maintain our services, process transactions, personalize content and ads, improve functionality, communicate with users, ensure security, and comply with legal obligations.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies, beacons, SDKs, and other tracking technologies for analytics, personalization, and advertising purposes. You may adjust your browser or device settings to manage cookies.

If you are located in the European Union, we provide a cookie consent banner allowing you to actively choose your preferences in compliance with GDPR.

5. Advertising and AVOD Disclosures

We offer AVOD services supported by third-party advertisements. Advertisers may collect certain information via cookies or tracking pixels to serve relevant ads. We may share anonymized or aggregated data for advertising purposes.

Third-party advertisers may combine information collected through our platform with other data they have collected independently to provide more personalized ads. You can opt out of targeted advertising through industry tools like the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA).

6. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We may share your information with service providers, advertisers, business partners, government authorities (as required by law), and in connection with a merger or asset sale.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights under the CCPA, GDPR, or other laws to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your data. To exercise your rights, contact us at support@intheblacknetwork.tv.

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You may also have the right to object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing. We provide clear mechanisms to opt out of non-essential communications.

8. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data, though no system is fully secure.

9. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or to comply with legal obligations.

10. Childrens Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.

If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verified parental consent, we will delete it as required by the Childrens Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).

11. International Users and Transfers

If you access our services from outside the United States, your data may be transferred and processed in the U.S.

12. Copyright and DMCA

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe content infringes your copyright, please send a DMCA notice to support@intheblacknetwork.tv. For full details on takedown procedures, see 17 U.S.C. 512(c)(3).

13. User Content and Forums

By posting content on our forums or platform, you grant us a license to use and display it. We may moderate or remove content at our discretion.

14. Arbitration Agreement

Any disputes between you and InTheBlackNetwok will be resolved by binding arbitration under the JAMS rules. You waive your right to bring a class action lawsuit. This agreement to arbitrate survives termination of your use of the service.

Arbitration is a private dispute resolution process outside of the courts. For more information, see https://www.jamsadr.com/rules.

15. Governing Law

This policy and any disputes are governed by the laws of the State of New York, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

16. Contact Information

Email: support@intheblacknetwork.tv

Quick Summary

• We collect information you provide (e.g., name, payment details), and data from your device (e.g., IP address, ads viewed, videos watched).
• We use this data to provide services, personalize ads, and for analytics.
• You may opt out of some data uses, especially for advertising and marketing.
• Your data may be shared with partners, service providers, or authorities when legally required.
• Data is retained only as long as needed and stored securely.
• Children under 13 are not permitted to use our services.
• Users in the EU or California may have additional rights under GDPR or CCPA.

Legal Disclaimer

This Privacy Policy is for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.

By using our services, you agree to the collection, use, and sharing of your data as described herein.

Please consult legal counsel if you have specific concerns regarding your privacy rights.