Trakt

Trakt is a TV and movie tracking service that allows users to log what they watch, maintain watchlists, receive recommendations, and sync with media center applications. It provides a web platform and mobile apps, and offers an API for developers to integrate its functionality into third‑party software. The service serves a global audience of media enthusiasts who want to keep track of their viewing habits across films and television shows. Trakt offers both a free tier and a premium subscription that unlocks additional features. Its core value proposition centers on user‑generated data and community‑driven metadata that enrich the catalog of titles.

In December 2014, Trakt experienced a security breach resulting from a PHP exploit that gave unauthorized access to user data. The compromised information included emails, usernames, encrypted passwords, names, and locations, while payment details remained secure because they were stored separately. After discovering the breach years later, the company notified affected users, prompted them to reset passwords, and undertook a migration to a more secure platform to prevent similar incidents. This incident highlighted the importance of isolating sensitive data and prompted Trakt to strengthen its security practices. Headquartered in the United States, Trakt continues to operate as an independent provider of TV and movie tracking services.