Filmster Network (“we”, “our”, “us”) is committed to transparency, accountability, and ethical stewardship of our platform. This Annual Transparency Report Policy (“Policy”) defines the purpose, scope, content, publication practices, and governance principles for our annual transparency reporting. This Policy ensures stakeholders—including users, collaborators, partners, and regulators—receive clear, reliable, and meaningful disclosures on key platform operations.

Our Annual Transparency Report (“Report”) is published once every calendar year and provides comprehensive disclosures regarding moderation activity, lawful data requests, Reel Sense audits, platform integrity metrics, and other accountability indicators. Information is presented with clarity and contextual explanation, while respecting legal and privacy obligations.

1. Purpose and Principles

The purpose of the Annual Transparency Report is to provide an open account of Filmster Network’s operational practices, enforcement actions, data governance, and analytical integrity. The Report is guided by the following principles:

• Clarity: Information must be presented in a manner that is understandable, accurate, and free from ambiguity.
• Accountability: We disclose relevant actions and outcomes to demonstrate how policies are enforced and risks are managed.
• Privacy Respect: Reports are prepared without compromising personal data or confidential information beyond what is necessary for meaningful transparency.
• Comparability: Year‑on‑year reporting enables stakeholders to assess trends and progress.

2. Scope of Reporting

The Annual Transparency Report covers the following core areas:

2.1 Moderation Activity

We publish aggregated summaries of content moderation actions taken on the platform, including:

• Number and types of content removals or restrictions (e.g., Community Guidelines violations).
• Categorisation of moderation reasons (hate speech, harassment, copyright infringement, etc.).
• Counts of user warnings, suspensions, and account terminations.
• Appeals submitted and outcomes of appeal reviews.

This section demonstrates how Filmster Network enforces its policies and protects community wellbeing while preserving due process.

2.2 Lawful Data Requests

We disclose statistics on requests received from governmental, regulatory, or law enforcement authorities seeking user data or platform access, including:

• Number of requests received by jurisdiction.
• Types of data sought (e.g., account information, project data).
• Number of requests complied with, challenged, or denied.
• Legal basis for compliance or refusal.

Disclosures are provided in aggregate to protect individual privacy, subject to applicable legal constraints.

2.3 Reel Sense Audit Summary

We report on the integrity, performance, and governance of Reel Sense analytics, including:

• Methodology reviews conducted during the year.
• Summary of analytical consistency checks, bias mitigation measures, and interpretability assessments.
• Overview of updates to analytical models or algorithmic logic.
• High‑level results of quality assurance tests.

This section illustrates how Reel Sense is audited for accuracy, fairness, and operational reliability.

2.4 Platform Integrity Metrics

We disclose key indicators relating to platform health and integrity, such as:

• Platform uptime and reliability statistics.
• Security incidents and responses (summarised where legally permitted).
• Accessibility compliance progress (e.g., WCAG conformance metrics).
• User satisfaction or feedback statistics where available.

These indicators help stakeholders understand Filmster Network’s operational stewardship and resilience.

2.5 Legal and Regulatory Developments

We summarise significant legal, regulatory, or policy developments during the reporting period that impact platform operations, including:

• Changes to data protection frameworks (e.g., GDPR, DPDP, CCPA/CPRA).
• Accessibility or digital inclusion standards updates.
• Intellectual property enforcement initiatives.

This section provides contextual awareness for stakeholders.

3. Report Structure and Format

• Each Annual Transparency Report includes:
• Executive Summary: Key takeaways, trends, and summary statistics.
• Methodology Overview: Reporting criteria, data sources, and limitations.
• Detailed Sections: As outlined in Section 2.
• Comparative Analysis: Year‑on‑year changes and insights.
• Forward Agenda: Planned enhancements to policies, analytics, safety, and governance.
• Contact and Feedback: Channels for stakeholder questions or clarifications.

Reports are published in web‑accessible HTML and downloadable PDF formats.

4. Privacy and Confidentiality Considerations

While transparency is essential, we are committed to respecting privacy and confidentiality obligations:

• Reports include only aggregate data that does not identify individual users without explicit consent or legal necessity.
• Sensitive operational details (e.g., specific security vulnerabilities) are disclosed at an appropriate level to prevent exploitation.
• Releases comply with privacy legislation, including GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and India’s data protection framework.

5. Publication and Distribution

• The Annual Transparency Report is:
• Published once per calendar year, typically within the first quarter following the reporting period.
• Hosted on our Transparency page: https://filmster.network/transparency
• Notified to registered users via platform announcement and, where appropriate, email communication.
• Stakeholders may subscribe to updates to receive notification of each new Report publication.

6. Governance and Quality Assurance

The development and approval of the Annual Transparency Report are overseen by Filmster Network’s internal governance bodies, supported by relevant teams including:

• Governance, Risk & Compliance
• Data Protection & Privacy
• Platform Safety & Moderation
• Product & Analytics (including Reel Sense)
• Legal & Regulatory Affairs

Reports are audited internally for accuracy and consistency before publication. Independent third‑party audit may be commissioned subject to governance review.

7. Stakeholder Engagement

We recognise that transparency is enhanced through dialogue. We provide mechanisms for stakeholders to:

• Submit questions or clarifications regarding the Report.
• Provide feedback on reporting scope or detail.
• Request enhancements to future reports.

8. Updates to the Policy

This Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in reporting standards, legal requirements, or stakeholder expectations. Material changes will be reflected in the “Last updated” date and communicated via the Transparency Reports.

9. Contact Information

For queries about the Annual Transparency Report or this Policy:

Email: support@filmster.network