HiAnime Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 21, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how HiAnime ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you visit https://hianimes.day (the "Website"). By using the Website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Website.

1. Information We Collect

Information you provide. You can browse the Website without creating an account. If you choose to register, we collect the username, email address, and password you submit (passwords are stored in hashed form, not as plain text). If you use optional features, we may store the anime you add to your watchlist, the comments you post, and any information you send through our contact form.

Information collected automatically. Like most websites, our servers automatically record technical information when you visit, including your IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, referring URL, the pages you view, and the date and time of your request. This information is used for security, abuse prevention, troubleshooting, and aggregate traffic analysis.

Cookies and local storage. We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences, and understand how the Website is used. See the "Cookies" section below for details.

2. How We Use Information

We use the information described above to:

• operate, maintain, and improve the Website and its features;
• provide optional accounts, watchlists, and comments;
• respond to questions, requests, and reports sent through our contact channels;
• detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and technical issues;
• measure and analyze aggregate traffic and usage trends; and
• display advertising and measure its performance where advertising is shown.

3. Cookies

A cookie is a small text file placed on your device. We use:

• Essential cookies to keep you signed in and to protect forms against cross-site request forgery;
• Preference cookies to remember settings such as your chosen server or playback preferences;
• Analytics cookies to understand which pages are popular and how visitors move through the Website; and
• Advertising cookies set by us or our advertising partners to limit repetition and measure ad performance.

You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. If you disable essential cookies, some features (such as staying signed in) may not work. Blocking third-party cookies may also affect embedded players and advertisements.

4. Third-Party Services

Video content on the Website is embedded from or linked to third-party hosting services. When you play a video or interact with an embedded player, the third party may receive your IP address, device information, and cookie data, and may set its own cookies. We do not control those third parties, and their handling of your information is governed by their own privacy policies.

We may also use third-party analytics and advertising providers. These providers may collect information about your activity on this and other websites over time to provide measurement and, where applicable, personalized advertising. You can learn about opting out of personalized advertising through your browser settings and the tools offered by the relevant providers.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:

• with service providers that help us host, operate, secure, or analyze the Website, under appropriate confidentiality obligations;
• with advertising and analytics partners as described above;
• when required by law, regulation, legal process, or a valid governmental request;
• to protect the rights, safety, and security of the Website, our users, or others; and
• in connection with a merger, acquisition, or transfer of assets, in which case this policy will continue to apply to the transferred information.

6. Data Retention

We keep account information for as long as your account remains active. Watchlist entries and comments are retained until you remove them or request deletion of your account. Server logs are retained for a limited period for security and troubleshooting. Contact messages are kept only as long as needed to handle your request.

7. Security

We use HTTPS across the Website, hash stored passwords, and apply reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

The Website is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the minimum age required in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.

9. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you, to object to or restrict certain processing, or to request a copy of your data. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling a request.

If you are located in the European Economic Area or the United Kingdom, we process information on the basis of our legitimate interests in operating the Website, your consent where required (for example, for certain cookies), and compliance with legal obligations. If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right not to be discriminated against for exercising them.

10. International Transfers

The Website is operated using servers and service providers that may be located in countries other than your own. By using the Website, you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed in those countries, which may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.

11. Links to Other Sites

The Website contains links to third-party websites and embedded content. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any website you visit.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date above. Material changes will be announced on the Website where appropriate. Your continued use of the Website after an update means you accept the revised policy.

13. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please reach us through our Contact page. For copyright matters, please see our DMCA page.