Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

vidstory4u ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This comprehensive Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our free AI-powered content creation platform at vidstory4u.com.

1. Introduction and Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to all users of vidstory4u, including visitors to our website, registered users, and anyone who interacts with our services. By using vidstory4u, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We are dedicated to transparency and giving you control over your personal data.

Our platform provides AI-powered services including story generation, text-to-speech conversion, audio creation, and video generation. To provide these services effectively, we need to collect certain information. This policy explains what we collect, why we collect it, and how you can manage your information.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Account and Registration Information

When you create an account or register for our services, we collect:

• Name: Your full name or display name as provided during registration
• Email Address: Required for account creation, communication, and password recovery
• Mobile Number: Optional information that may be provided for account verification or notifications
• Password: Securely hashed and encrypted, never stored in plain text
• Profile Information: Optional profile picture and biographical information you choose to provide

2.2 Usage and Activity Data

To improve our services and understand how users interact with our platform, we collect:

• Feature Usage: Information about which features you use (story generation, text-to-speech, video creation, etc.)
• Content Created: Stories, audio files, and videos you generate using our platform
• Interaction Data: Pages visited, time spent on features, buttons clicked, and navigation patterns
• Preferences: Language selections, voice preferences, and customization settings
• Performance Metrics: Processing times, success rates, and error logs to improve service quality

2.3 Technical and Device Information

For security, analytics, and service optimization, we automatically collect:

• IP Address: Used for security monitoring, fraud prevention, and geographic analytics
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, browser type and version
• Browser Data: Screen resolution, browser plugins, and language settings
• Network Information: Connection type, internet service provider details
• Log Files: Server logs containing access times, requested pages, and error information

2.4 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication, session management, and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our platform (Google Analytics)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences for future visits
• Performance Cookies: Monitor platform performance and identify technical issues

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Service Provision

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our AI-powered content creation services
• Process your story generation, text-to-speech, and video creation requests
• Authenticate your identity and manage your account
• Deliver personalized content and recommendations
• Enable features like saving your work, accessing history, and managing preferences

3.2 Service Improvement and Development

Your usage data helps us:

• Analyze platform performance and identify areas for improvement
• Develop new features and enhance existing functionality
• Optimize AI models and algorithms for better results
• Conduct research and analytics to understand user needs
• Test new features and gather feedback

3.3 Security and Fraud Prevention

We use collected information to:

• Detect and prevent fraudulent activity, abuse, and security threats
• Monitor for unauthorized access attempts
• Investigate suspicious behavior and policy violations
• Protect the integrity of our platform and user data
• Comply with legal obligations and respond to legal requests

3.4 Communication

We may use your contact information to:

• Send important service updates and notifications
• Respond to your inquiries, support requests, and feedback
• Send account-related information (password resets, security alerts)
• Provide information about new features, updates, or changes to our services (with your consent)

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 No Sale of Personal Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. Your data is not used for advertising purposes or shared with marketing companies.

4.2 Service Providers and Processors

We may share limited data with trusted service providers who assist in operating our platform:

• Hosting Providers: Cloud infrastructure services for data storage and processing
• Analytics Services: Google Analytics for understanding platform usage (anonymized data)
• Email Services: For sending notifications and communications
• AI Service Providers: Third-party AI APIs used for story generation and text-to-speech (content only, not personal data)

All service providers are bound by strict data processing agreements and may only use data for specified purposes.

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, including:

• Responding to legal processes and subpoenas
• Complying with applicable laws and regulations
• Protecting our rights, property, or safety
• Preventing fraud or security threats

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the transaction, with prior notice to users.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account closure for legal and security purposes
• Usage Data: Retained for analytics and service improvement, typically for 12-24 months
• Content Created: Stored as long as your account is active; you can delete your content at any time
• Legal Requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law or for legal proceedings

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have several rights regarding your personal information:

6.1 Access and Portability

You can request access to your personal data and receive a copy in a portable format. This includes account information, usage data, and content you've created.

6.2 Correction and Update

You can update or correct your account information at any time through your account settings. This includes name, email, profile picture, and preferences.

6.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data. We will delete your information within 30 days of receiving a valid request, except where retention is required by law.

6.4 Data Portability

You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format for transfer to another service.

6.5 Cookie Preferences

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect platform functionality.

6.6 Opt-Out

You can opt out of non-essential communications and analytics tracking. Contact us to exercise these rights.

7. Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption: Data transmitted over the internet is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure Storage: Personal data is stored in secure, encrypted databases
• Access Controls: Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Security Audits: Ongoing monitoring and assessment of security measures
• Password Security: Passwords are hashed using industry-standard algorithms
• Incident Response: Procedures in place to respond to security breaches

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining high security standards.

8. Children's Privacy

vidstory4u is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly. Parents or guardians who believe their child has provided information should contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in servers located outside your country of residence. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy, regardless of where it is processed.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification to registered users for material changes
• Displaying a notice on our platform for significant updates

Your continued use of vidstory4u after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services (such as YouTube for video publishing). This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party sites or services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit or services you use.

12. Compliance and Regulations

We strive to comply with applicable data protection laws and regulations, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for European users
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents
• Other applicable regional data protection laws

13. Contact Information

14. Your Consent

By using vidstory4u, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our services.

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