Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 3, 2024
Introduction
Welcome to StoryScapes. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our website and services. By using StoryScapes, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Email address for updates and account notifications
- Account information (username, password) when you create an account
- Content you create (stories, comments, feedback)
- Communications you have with us
Information Automatically Collected
- Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited)
- Device information (device type, operating system)
- Usage data (interactions with the platform)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain our services
- Send updates about StoryScapes
- Notify you about changes to our service
- Provide customer support
- Monitor and prevent abuse
- Improve our platform
- Send service-related communications
Data Storage and Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information with:
- Service providers who assist in operating our platform
- Law enforcement when required by law
- Other users (only information you choose to make public)
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Export your data
- Request your account be deleted
Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and hold certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to This Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Email Communications
By providing your email address, you agree to receive:
- Updates about StoryScapes development
- Service-related announcements
- Important notifications about your account
You can unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time. Service-related announcements are necessary for platform operation and cannot be opted out of while maintaining an active account.
Third-Party Links
Our service may contain links to other sites not operated by us. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.
Account Deletion
You can request account deletion at any time. Upon deletion:
- Your personal information will be removed
- Your created content may remain if publicly shared
- Copies may exist in backups for a limited time
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: support@storyscapes.app
Note: This policy will be updated with our physical mailing address once established.