Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 2024
1. Introduction
Welcome to Snap to Story ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and the privacy of your children. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.
2. Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Account information (name, email address)
- Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
- Photos you upload to create personalised stories
- Names and details you provide for story characters
Automatically Collected Information
- Device information and browser type
- IP address and general location
- Usage data and analytics
3. How We Use Your Information
- To create personalised storybooks based on your photos and preferences
- To process payments and fulfill print orders
- To communicate with you about your orders and account
- To improve our services and develop new features
- To send promotional communications (with your consent)
4. Photo Storage and AI Processing
Photos you upload are used solely to generate personalised illustrations for your storybooks. We use AI technology to create artistic interpretations based on your photos. Your original photos are stored securely and are not shared with third parties except as necessary to provide our services.
You retain full ownership of your photos. You may request deletion of your photos at any time by contacting us or through your account settings.
5. Children's Privacy
Our service is designed to be used by parents and guardians to create stories for children. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from children under 13. All information about children (such as names for story characters) is provided by their parents or guardians.
6. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We may share your information with:
- Payment Processors: Stripe processes all payments securely
- Print Partners: For physical book printing and shipping
- Cloud Services: For secure data storage and processing
- AI Services: For image generation (photos are processed securely)
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, secure servers, and regular security assessments.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your data
- Opt-out of marketing communications
9. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, analyze usage, and provide personalised content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.
10. Changes to This 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.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@snaptostory.com