Privacy Policy - Stories4U

1. Introduction

Welcome to Stories4U ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application ("App").

By using Stories4U, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you create an account or use certain features of the App, we may collect:

Account Information: Full name, email address, and password (if using email registration)
Authentication Data: Information from third-party authentication services (such as Google) when you choose to sign in using these services
Profile Information: Any additional information you choose to provide in your user profile

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect information about how you interact with the App, including:

Content you access, view, or download
Features you use and time spent on the App
Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
App performance data and error logs
Language preferences and settings

2.3 Children's Information

Stories4U is designed to be family-friendly. If you create profiles for children:

We collect minimal information necessary to provide the service
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent
Parents or guardians can review, modify, or delete their child's information at any time

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve the App and its features
Create and manage your account
Personalize your experience and recommend content
Process transactions and manage subscriptions (if applicable)
Send you important updates, notifications, and service-related communications
Respond to your inquiries, comments, and support requests
Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve our services
Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms and Conditions

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

4.1 Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the App, such as:

Cloud hosting and storage services
Analytics and performance monitoring services
Payment processing services (if applicable)
Email delivery services

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

Legal processes, court orders, or government requests
Enforcement of our Terms and Conditions
Protection of our rights, property, or safety
Prevention of fraud or security threats

4.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Secure authentication and access controls
Regular security assessments and updates
Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

Provide you with the App and its services
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
Account Management: Update or modify your account information through the App settings
Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications (service-related communications may still be sent)
Data Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

8. Children's Privacy

Stories4U is designed to be safe for children. We are committed to protecting children's privacy:

We comply with applicable children's privacy laws, including COPPA (Children's Online Privacy Protection Act)
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent
If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13 without consent, we will delete it immediately
Parents can review, modify, or delete their child's information at any time
We limit the collection of personal information from children to what is necessary for the App's functionality

9. Third-Party Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites or services, or integrate with third-party services (such as Google authentication). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

When you use third-party authentication services, you are also subject to their privacy policies and terms of service.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using the App, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries. We take appropriate measures to ensure your information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of significant changes by:

Posting the updated Privacy Policy in the App
Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
Sending notifications through the App or via email when appropriate

Your continued use of the App after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
Right to delete personal information held by us
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

13. GDPR Rights (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Right to access your personal data
Right to rectification of inaccurate data
Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
Right to restrict processing
Right to data portability
Right to object to processing
Right to withdraw consent

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe we have violated your data protection rights.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: armenioanjos@gmail.com
Website: https://stories4u.app

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.