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Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2025

1. Introduction

Story Ants ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our interactive fiction platform.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information

  • Email address
  • Name (if provided)
  • Profile information you choose to share

Usage Data

  • Stories you create and interact with
  • Choices and paths taken in stories
  • Comments, ratings, and likes
  • Session duration and engagement metrics

Technical Data

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the Platform
  • Personalize your experience and recommendations
  • Process your story contributions
  • Communicate with you about updates and features
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve the Platform
  • Display relevant advertisements
  • Prevent fraud and ensure security

4. AI-Generated Content and Data

When using AI features:

  • Your prompts and story inputs may be processed by AI systems
  • AI-generated content is stored to improve story quality
  • We do not use your personal data to train AI models without consent

5. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information with:

  • Service providers who assist in operating the Platform
  • Analytics partners to understand usage
  • Advertising partners (anonymized data only)
  • Law enforcement when legally required

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. User-Generated Content Visibility

When you create or contribute content:

  • Public stories are visible to all users
  • Your username/display name appears with your contributions
  • Story branches you create may be used by other readers
  • Comments and ratings are publicly visible

7. Cookies and Advertising

We use cookies for:

  • Essential site functionality
  • Remembering your preferences
  • Analytics and performance monitoring
  • Personalized advertising through Google Ads

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Delete your account and data
  • Export your data
  • Opt out of marketing communications

10. Children's Privacy

Story Ants is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes through the Platform or via email.

12. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, please use the contact form on our About page.