Privacy Policy

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how CatStory (the "App") collects, uses, and protects information when you install, access, or use the App and related services (collectively, the "Service").

We respect your privacy and are committed to handling your information responsibly. By using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Service.

Information We Collect

1. Account Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

- An email address

- Account credentials (such as a password or authentication token)

- Optional profile information you choose to provide (e.g., nickname or avatar)

2. Usage & Browsing Data

We collect information about how you use the App, including content viewed, features used, time spent, and interaction patterns for recommendation purposes.

3. Device & Technical Information

This may include device type, operating system, app version, IP address (for security), language and time zone, and anonymous device identifiers.

4. User Content & AI Interaction Data

We process content you submit and content generated in response, solely to provide functionality, personalize recommendations, ensure safety, and improve system performance.

We do not use personal data or user-submitted content to train public or third-party AI models.

5. Customer Support Communications

If you contact support, we collect the information you provide to respond and improve support quality.

How We Use Information

We use information to operate and maintain the Service, personalize content, improve features and safety, prevent misuse, and comply with legal obligations.

Cookies & Analytics

Analytics and diagnostic tools may be used to understand usage patterns and improve performance.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with any third parties, now or in the foreseeable future. If this ever changes, we will update this Privacy Policy and notify users in advance.

Data Retention

Information is retained only as long as necessary. Deleted accounts are removed from active systems within a reasonable period, with limited backup retention.

Data Security

Reasonable safeguards are used, but no system is completely secure.

Age Limitation

CatStory is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. In compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), if we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete that information from our systems. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@catstory.net so we can take appropriate action.

Your Rights

You may request access, correction, or deletion of your data by contacting support@catstory.net.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Continued use indicates acceptance.

Contact

Email: support@catstory.net