Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

We are committed to protecting your privacy and the privacy of children. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our personalized children's storybook generation service. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, password (hashed), and authentication provider (if using social login)
• Story Personalization Data: Child's name, age, pronouns, parent names, friend names, and other details used to personalize stories
• Photos: Images of children uploaded to generate personalized illustrations
• Story Preferences: Selected templates, art styles, and other customization choices

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our service, we automatically collect certain information:

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on pages, and interaction patterns
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, and IP address
• Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze service usage

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To create, generate, and deliver personalized storybooks
• AI Processing: To process your inputs through AI systems for text and image generation
• Account Management: To create and manage your account, authenticate users, and provide customer support
• Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, improve our AI models, and enhance service quality
• Communication: To send service-related notifications, updates, and respond to your inquiries
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address security issues and fraudulent activity
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes

4. Children's Privacy

Our service is designed for use by parents and guardians to create stories for children. We take children's privacy seriously:

• We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13
• All accounts must be created by adults (parents or guardians)
• Photos and personalization data are provided by account holders (adults) with appropriate consent
• We use uploaded photos solely for generating personalized story illustrations
• Photos are processed securely and stored with appropriate safeguards

If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Data in transit is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure Storage: Data at rest is stored in secure, access-controlled systems
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Audits: Security practices are regularly reviewed and updated

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our service (e.g., cloud hosting, AI services, payment processors), subject to strict confidentiality obligations
• AI Processing: With AI service providers (e.g., Google Gemini, OpenAI) to generate story content and illustrations, in accordance with their privacy policies
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government regulation
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice to users

7. Third-Party Services

Our service integrates with third-party services:

• Google OAuth: For authentication via Google accounts (subject to Google's Privacy Policy)
• AI Providers: Google Gemini and/or OpenAI for content generation (subject to their respective privacy policies)
• Cloud Storage: For storing uploaded photos and generated content

These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them to understand how they handle your information.

8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications (service-related communications may still be sent)
• Cookie Preferences: Manage cookie settings through your browser

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information receives adequate protection in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@yourdomain.com
• Support: support@yourdomain.com
• Address: [Your Company Address]