Privacy Policy

Updated: 24/07/2023

This Privacy Policy explains how Visual Novel ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, stores, and shares user data, specifically Google user data. By using our website and services, you ("user," "you," or "your") agree to the practices outlined in this policy. We take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your personal information. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand how we handle your data.


1. Data Collection


When you create an account or communicate with us, we collect the following Personal Information:
Account Information: To use our Services, you may create an account with us, and we will collect information associated with your account, including your name, contact information, account credentials, payment card information, and transaction history (collectively, "Account Information").
User Content: When using our Services, we collect Personal Information included in the input, file uploads, or feedback you provide ("Content").
Communication Information: If you communicate with us, we collect your name, contact information, and the contents of any messages you send ("Communication Information").
Social Media Information: We have pages on social media sites like Instagram, Facebook, Medium, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn. When you interact with our social media pages, we may collect Personal Information you choose to provide, such as your contact details ("Social Information"). The host companies of our social media pages may also provide us with aggregate information and analytics about our social media activity.

1.1 Information Collected from Google Account: When you use Visual Novel, you may choose to sign in using your Google Account. By doing so, we collect the following information from your Google Account with your explicit consent:
Name: We collect your name to personalize your experience and allow generated stories to be associated with your account.
Profile Picture: We collect your profile picture to personalize your account and visually represent your presence on the platform.
Email Address: We collect your email address to facilitate communication and account-related notifications. Additionally, it allows us to send promotional emails related to our services and updates.

1.2 Personal Information We Receive Automatically: When you visit, use, or interact with our Services, we receive the following information automatically ("Technical Information"):
Log Data: Information that your browser automatically sends when using our Services, including your Internet Protocol address, browser type and settings, date and time of your request, and how you interact with our website.
Usage Data: Information about your use of the Services, such as types of content viewed or engaged with, features used, actions taken, time zone, country, access dates and times, user agent and version, type of computer or mobile device, and your connection type.
Device Information: Includes the name of the device, operating system, device identifiers, and browser you are using, collected depending on the type of device and its settings.
Cookies and Analytics: We use cookies and online analytics products to operate, administer, and improve our Services. A "cookie" is a piece of information sent to your browser when you visit a website. You can manage cookie settings in your browser, but some features may be affected.


2. Data Usage


Generated Stories and Flipbooks: The primary purpose of collecting your name, profile picture, and email address is to associate your Google Account with the generated stories and flipbooks you create. This information allows you to access your content from different devices and provides a personalized experience.
Communication: We may use your email address to communicate with you regarding important updates, technical issues, support inquiries, and promotional materials related to our services. You have the option to unsubscribe from promotional emails.
Marketing Purposes: We may use your name, profile picture, and email address for marketing purposes. This may include sending promotional materials, personalized offers, and updates about new features or improvements. You can manage your marketing preferences in your account settings.

We may use Personal Information for the following purposes:
To provide, administer, maintain, and analyze the Services.
To improve our Services and conduct research.
To communicate with you regarding updates, new programs, services, and support.
To prevent fraud, criminal activity, misuse of our Services, and protect our IT systems, architecture, and networks.
To carry out business transfers.
To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and/or that of our affiliates, you, or other third parties.


3. Data Storage and Security


Data Retention: We will retain your collected data as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. You may request the deletion of your data by contacting us using the information provided in Section 6.
Security: We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.


4. Data Sharing


Third-Party Services: We may engage third-party service providers to perform various functions on our behalf, such as hosting, analytics, and email communication. These service providers will have access to your data only to the extent necessary to perform their duties and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

Legal Compliance: We may disclose your data to comply with legal obligations, enforce our Terms of Service, or protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.

Under certain circumstances, we may provide your Personal Information to third parties, including:
Vendors and Service Providers: To assist in meeting business operations needs and perform certain services and functions.
Business Transfers: In the context of strategic transactions, reorganization, bankruptcy, or service transitions to other providers.
Legal Requirements: To comply with the law or protect rights, safety, and property.


5. Your Rights and Choices


Access and Update: You have the right to access and update the personal information we have collected from your Google Account. You can do this by logging into your Google account and making changes through the account settings.
Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal data from our systems. However, this may result in the loss of access to the stories and flipbooks associated with your account. Please contact support in order to do so.
Opt-out: You can opt-out of receiving promotional emails by following the instructions provided in the email or adjusting your marketing preferences in your account settings.

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your Personal Information. These rights may include:
Access and information about how your Personal Information is processed.
Deletion or correction of your Personal Information.
Data portability to transfer your Personal Information to a third party.
Restricting how we process your Personal Information.
Withdrawing consent (where we rely on consent).
Objecting to how we process your Personal Information.
Lodging a complaint with your local data protection authority.


6. Updates to this Privacy Policy


We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our data practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes through email or prominent notices on our website.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the way we handle your data, please contact us at:
ztsoyoye@gmail.com
Effective Date: 24/07/2023