Privacy Policy
Last Updated: April 16th, 2025
Effective Date: April 16th, 2025
Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Information We Collect
- How We Collect Information
- How We Use Your Information
- Data Sharing and Disclosure
- Data Security
- Children's Privacy
- Cookies, Analytics, and Similar Technologies
- International Data Transfers
- Your Rights and Choices
- Region-Specific Privacy Rights
- Changes to This Privacy Policy
- Data Retention
- Contact Information
- Interpretation
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Storees AI ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use the Storees AI website or app ("App") or any related services (collectively, our "Services"). By using our Services, you agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
This Privacy Policy takes into account the requirements of various privacy laws including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Union and United Kingdom, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents. Additional rights for these users are detailed in specific sections below.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
We collect the following types of information when you use our Services:
- Identity Data: Name, Age, Gender, Profile information, Other information you choose to provide
- Contact Data: Email address
- Account Information: Login credentials, Password, Account preferences
- Financial Data: Payment information (processed through third-party payment processors), Transaction history, Subscription details
- Usage Information: Stories you create, Reading preferences, App interactions, Feature access, Session information, Usage patterns and statistics
- Technical Data: IP address, Browser type, Device information, Operating system, Cookie data, Log data
- Content Data: Story input information (i.e., character names, descriptions, genre, setting, plot, theme, keywords, tone), Stories and content you create, Saved preferences, Interaction history, User-generated content
Sensitive Information
We do not actively request or collect sensitive information about you. If at any time we need to collect sensitive information, unless otherwise permitted by law, we will first obtain your consent and only use it as required or authorized by law.
How We Collect Information
We collect information in various ways:
- Direct interactions when you:
- Create an account
- Use our Services
- Contact customer support
- Participate in surveys or promotions
- Communicate with us
- Automated technologies, including:
- Cookies
- Web beacons
- Analytics tools
- App usage tracking
- Third parties, including:
- App stores
- Payment processors
- Analytics providers
- Marketing partners
How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
Core Service Delivery
- To provide and maintain our Services
- To process and fulfill your story creation requests
- To manage your account and subscription
- To provide customer support
- To send service-related communications
- To enable features and personalize your experience
Business Operations
- To improve and optimize our Services
- To analyze usage patterns and trends
- To develop new features and services
- To maintain security of our Services
- To prevent fraud and abuse
- To enforce our Terms of Use
- To comply with legal obligations
Communication and Marketing
- To send administrative messages
- To provide updates about our Services
- To send promotional content (with your consent)
- To communicate about features and offers
- To respond to your inquiries
Data Sharing and Disclosure
Third-Party Service Providers
We share information with:
- AI Service Providers: We use various AI technologies to generate stories and images. We only share the text inputs you provide for story generation and age information to determine appropriate reading level. No other personal information is shared with AI providers.
- Payment Processors: Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and Stripe. Payment information is processed directly by these platforms, and we receive only transaction confirmations.
App Store Refund and Data Sharing Practices
As part of processing refund requests through Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or Stripe, we may share:
- Transaction Information: Purchase dates and times, Transaction identifiers, Purchase history
- Usage Information: Content access logs, Access frequency and duration, Download status and completion, Content usage metrics, Progress tracking data
- Account Information: Device information, Account status, Eligibility information, Subscription patterns
This information is shared solely to validate refund eligibility, prevent fraudulent requests, and comply with platform policies. Data sharing is conducted securely and retained only for the necessary duration.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information to comply with laws, respond to legal requests, protect our rights, prevent fraud or abuse, and ensure platform safety.
Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any change in ownership or uses of your information.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including industry-standard encryption, secure data storage, access controls, regular security assessments, and employee training. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Children's Privacy
Age Restrictions
Users under 18 must have parent/guardian permission.
Profile Information
As part of the App's functionality, we collect first name, age, default language, default narrator voice, and story input information. This information is shared with AI providers to create personalized, age-appropriate stories and is kept confidential and protected under our security measures.
International Data Transfers
Data Location
Our servers are located in the United States. Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate.
Transfer Safeguards
We ensure lawful data transfers through standard contractual clauses, appropriate safeguards, data protection agreements, and compliance with applicable laws.
Consent to Transfer
By using our Services, you consent to international data transfers, processing in other countries, and storage in the United States, understanding that privacy laws may differ from your country.
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control
You have the right to access your personal information, correct inaccurate or incomplete data, delete your personal information, restrict processing, export your data, withdraw consent, and object to certain processing activities.
How to Exercise Your Rights
Contact us at privacy@storees.ai to submit a request, ask questions, or get help with exercising your rights. We will verify your identity, respond within applicable timeframes, and assist with your request.
Region-Specific Privacy Rights
California Residents (CCPA)
California consumers have rights to know, delete, opt-out of sale, and non-discrimination. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your rights, contact privacy@storees.ai.
European Union and UK Users (GDPR)
EU and UK users have additional rights, including the right to object to processing, restrict processing, data portability, lodge complaints, and refuse automated decision-making. Contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@storees.ai.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Material changes will be notified via app notification, email, or website notice. Continued use after changes means acceptance.
Data Retention
We retain your information as long as needed for services, as required by law, or for legitimate business purposes. After the retention period, we will delete or anonymize data.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact privacy@storees.ai. We strive to respond within 24 hours for urgent issues, 7 business days for general inquiries, and 30 days for formal rights requests.
Interpretation
Headlines are for convenience only. The policy should be read as a whole. "Include" and similar words mean "including but not limited to." If any provision is invalid, others remain in effect.