Privacy Policy

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Welcome to PlotStory. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy outlines how PlotStory collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you use our website, applications, or services. Please read this document carefully to understand our practices.

By accessing or using PlotStory, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please do not use our services.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect information from you in the following ways:

  • Account Information: When you register, we collect your name, email address, username, and password.
  • Profile Information: Additional data like profile picture, bio, social media links, and story preferences.
  • Content Data: Stories you write, comments you post, and files you upload.
  • Usage Information: We collect data about how you use our site, such as pages viewed, time spent, interactions, and referrals.
  • Device and Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
  • Location Information: With your consent, we may collect geolocation data.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • To create and manage your account
  • To improve user experience and our platform features
  • To communicate with you regarding updates, promotions, or support
  • To protect the integrity and security of our platform
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To personalize your experience based on preferences and activities

3. Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your data in the following circumstances:

  • With Service Providers: Trusted third parties who help us operate our services (hosting, analytics, communication tools).
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect rights and safety.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your data may be transferred.
  • With Consent: We may share data when you give us explicit permission.

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All original content on PlotStory is owned by PlotStory or licensed to us and protected by copyright laws and international treaties. You retain ownership of any content you create but grant us a license to host, distribute, and promote it within the platform and across our marketing channels.

You may not copy, modify, distribute, or use content from the site for commercial purposes without permission.

5. User-Generated Content

When you post content, such as stories or comments, you grant PlotStory a worldwide, royalty-free, and non-exclusive license to use, store, reproduce, and distribute that content. You are solely responsible for any content you post.

You must ensure your content does not violate laws or infringe the rights of others. PlotStory reserves the right to remove any content that breaches our policies or legal obligations.

6. Data Security

We use industry-standard security technologies to safeguard your data. These include encryption, firewalls, access control, and regular audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. International Data Transfers

PlotStory is a global platform. By using our services, you consent to the transfer and storage of your data in countries outside your own. We take appropriate steps to protect data transferred internationally in compliance with applicable laws, including GDPR.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, or limit the use of your personal data. You may also object to processing and request data portability. To make a request, contact us via the email below.

You may unsubscribe from our communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails.

9. Children's Privacy

Our platform is not intended for children under 13 (or the minimum legal age in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to personalize content, improve performance, and analyze traffic. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings. Continued use of PlotStory indicates your consent to our cookie policy.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before interacting with them.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our site or sending you an email. Continued use of PlotStory after such changes indicates acceptance.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:

PlotStory Privacy Team
privacy@plotstory.com
456 Creativity Boulevard, Lagos, Nigeria