1. Introduction

At Craft-a-Story, we are deeply committed to protecting your privacy and the personal information you entrust to us. This Privacy Policy is designed to be transparent and informative, detailing how we collect, utilize, and safeguard your data when you use our mobile application. We encourage you to read this document carefully to understand our practices and your rights concerning your personal information.

2. Data We Collect

We collect several types of data to provide you with a seamless and personalized experience. This includes:

• User Data: When you sign in using Google via Firebase Authentication, we collect your name, email address, and profile picture. This data is used to personalize your account and provide you with a better experience within the app. We only collect this information when you explicitly grant us permission during sign-in.

• Device Data: We collect data related to your device using the Firebase SDK. This data is crucial for analytics purposes, helping us to understand how our app is being used and to continuously improve its performance, stability, and overall user experience. This data is anonymized and does not contain any personally identifiable information.

• Text Data: When you use the app to create a story, we collect the fictional, story-related input that you provide (e.g., story title, character names, character age, plot ideas). This data is solely used for story generation and is not used for any other purpose. We treat this input as non-personal data due to its fictional nature.

3. Third-Party Services We Use

To ensure high-quality functionality and a reliable experience, we use various third-party services, which include:

• Firebase: This platform is instrumental in handling user authentication, storing data securely in Firestore, and providing us with comprehensive analytics. It is essential for the core functions of the app and for maintaining data integrity.

• Google Analytics: We use this service to analyze how you interact with our app. This data helps us understand usage patterns, identify areas for improvement, and develop new features that enhance your experience. This data is used for analyzing and improving user experience and do not include personal information

• GCP Cloud Functions: We utilize Google Cloud Functions for various cloud-based operations, ensuring the app functions efficiently and reliably. This service supports our AI and processing features.

• Google Gemini API: This powerful API is used to power our premium features within the app and create high quality user experiences.

4. Paid Features and Subscriptions

Craft-a-Story offers the option to purchase credits and access premium subscriptions through Google Play Billing. All payment and subscription details are securely stored within our Firestore database. We do not store your credit card or other payment information directly; instead, it is managed securely through Google Play Billing.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Craft-a-Story does not utilize cookies or similar tracking technologies directly within the app. However, the Google Analytics SDK, a tool we use for analyzing user interactions, may collect data for analytics purposes.

6. Target Audience

Craft-a-Story is designed to be used by both children and parents. We are fully compliant with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), and we are committed to protecting the privacy of our younger users. We do not collect personal data from children, with the exception of the fictional story inputs they provide while using the app (e.g., story title, character details).

7. Data Retention

We retain user data only for as long as it is needed to provide you with our services. If a user decides to delete their account, all associated user data will be removed.

8. Third-Party Links

To maintain a safe and contained environment, Craft-a-Story does not include any external links that could redirect users to other websites or platforms.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback about our Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, we encourage you to reach out to us. You can contact us through the support email support@craft-a-story.com, and our team will do their best to respond to you in a timely manner and help with your concerns.