Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 6/15/2025Version 1.2

Recent Updates

  • Added AI processing transparency details
  • Updated video data retention policies
  • Enhanced data portability rights

1. Information Collection and Processing

1.1 Account Information

  • Basic Profile:
    • Email address (required for account creation)
    • Display name (optional)
    • Profile picture (optional)
    • Account preferences and settings
  • Authentication Data:
    • Password hashes (for email accounts)
    • OAuth tokens (for social logins)
    • Two-factor authentication data
    • Session information

1.2 Content and Usage Data

  • Story Content:
    • Text stories submitted for video generation
    • Story metadata (timestamps, categories)
    • Generated video content
    • Voice-over recordings and preferences
  • AI Processing Data:
    • Story analysis patterns
    • Video generation parameters
    • Style preferences and settings
    • Generated scene descriptions

1.3 Payment Information

  • Transaction Details:
    • Transaction IDs
    • Subscription plans
    • Payment amounts and dates
    • Billing addresses
  • Payment Method:
    • Card details (processed securely by Paystack)
    • Billing cycle information
    • Payment history

1.4 Technical Data

  • Device Information:
    • Device type
    • Operating system
    • Hardware settings
    • Unique device identifiers
  • Usage Data:
    • IP addresses
    • Browser type and version
    • Referring URLs
    • Pages visited and actions taken
    • Session durations
  • Cookies and Tracking:
    • Session cookies
    • Persistent cookies
    • Third-party tracking pixels
    • Analytics tags

2. How We Use Your Data

PurposeData UsedLegal Basis
Video GenerationStory content, preferencesContract performance
Service ImprovementUsage patterns, feedbackLegitimate interests
Account ManagementContact information, settingsContract performance
Payment ProcessingPayment details, transaction historyLegal obligation
PersonalizationPreferences, usage dataConsent
MarketingEmail address, demographicsConsent
Legal ComplianceAll data as requiredLegal obligation

3. AI Processing Transparency

3.1 AI Content Generation

Our AI system processes your stories to create videos through:

  • Natural language processing of story content
  • Scene generation and composition
  • Voice synthesis and audio processing
  • Video rendering and optimization

3.2 Data Retention for AI

  • Generated videos: 30 days after creation
  • Processing metadata: 90 days
  • Training data: Anonymized after 12 months

3.3 Anonymization and Aggregation

We anonymize and aggregate data to:

  • Improve AI model performance
  • Develop new features
  • Track usage trends

4. Data Security

4.1 Security Measures

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and assessments
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure data backups
  • Intrusion detection and prevention systems
  • Data loss prevention measures

4.2 Incident Response

In case of a data breach, we will:

  • Notify affected users within 72 hours
  • Investigate the incident
  • Take steps to prevent recurrence
  • Cooperate with law enforcement

5. Data Retention

5.1 Retention Periods

  • Account information: Duration of account activity plus 30 days
  • Generated videos: 30 days after generation
  • Payment information: As required by law
  • Usage logs: 90 days
  • Email communications: 1 year

5.2 Data Deletion

You can request data deletion by:

  • Contacting our privacy team
  • Using account settings
  • Following data deletion procedures

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 Third-Party Services

We share data with:

  • Paystack (payment processing)
  • Google Firebase (authentication and hosting)
  • Google Analytics (usage analytics)
  • Email service providers (notifications)
  • AI model providers (content generation)

6.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when:

  • Required by law
  • To protect our rights
  • To prevent fraud or abuse
  • In response to legal requests

7. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your own. We ensure:

  • Data transfer agreements with standard clauses
  • Adequate safeguards for data protection
  • Compliance with international data transfer laws

8. Your Rights

8.1 GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request data deletion
  • Export your data
  • Object to processing
  • Restrict processing
  • Withdraw consent

8.2 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your rights, please:

  • Contact our privacy team
  • Submit a data request form
  • Follow the procedures outlined in our documentation

9. Cookies Policy

9.1 Types of Cookies

We use cookies for:

  • Essential website functionality
  • Authentication and security
  • User preferences
  • Analytics and performance
  • Marketing and advertising

9.2 Cookie Management

You can manage cookies through:

  • Browser settings
  • Cookie consent tools
  • Opt-out links

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect or maintain information from children under 13 years of age.

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will:

  • Notify users of significant changes
  • Post the updated policy on our website
  • Indicate the effective date of the changes

12. Contact Information

Privacy Team

Email: [email protected]

Response time: 1-2 business days

Data Protection Officer

Email: [email protected]

For EU/UK GDPR inquiries

This Privacy Policy is effective as of 6/15/2025 and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future.

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