Privacy Policy

Who We Are

Episode One ("we", "us", "our") operates episodeonewriters.com, a curated database of TV pilot screenplays and the writers behind them. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we collect and use your data.

What We Collect

We collect only what is necessary to provide the service:

Account information — your email address and username when you create an account.

Reading activity — pilots you log, rate, and note. This is used to personalize your experience and power features like recommendations and taste matching.

Usage data — pages visited and features used, collected anonymously via Google Analytics to help us improve the site.

What We Don't Collect

We do not collect payment information, phone numbers, physical addresses, or any sensitive personal data. We do not sell your data to third parties. We do not run advertising on Episode One.

Third Party Services

Episode One uses the following third party services to operate:

TMDB — The Movie Database API provides show metadata, posters, and episode data. Your data is not shared with TMDB.

YouTube — Used to display trailers and creator interviews. YouTube may set cookies when you interact with embedded content.

Google Analytics — Anonymous usage analytics. No personally identifiable information is shared.

DigitalOcean — Our hosting provider. Your data is stored on DigitalOcean servers in the United States.

Email Communications

By creating an account you agree to receive transactional emails from Episode One. These include account confirmation, password reset, and occasional product announcements. You can request to stop receiving announcements at any time by contacting us.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data at any time. To request deletion of your account and all associated data, contact us at [email protected].

Cookies

Episode One uses cookies to keep you signed in and remember your preferences. We do not use advertising cookies. You can clear cookies at any time through your browser settings.

Contact

Questions about this policy? Email us at [email protected]