Storyboarder (“Storyboarder,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect personal information when you access or use our website, applications, and services (collectively, the Service).

By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following categories:

A. Information You Provide Directly

When you create an account or use the Service, you may provide:

• Name or display name
• Email address
• Username and profile information
• Content you create, upload, or publish (e.g., stories, comics, characters, assets)
• Communications you send to us (e.g., support requests, feedback)

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you access the Service, we may automatically collect:

• Device and browser information
• IP address
• Log data (pages viewed, actions taken, timestamps)
• Cookies or similar technologies

C. Third-Party Information

We may receive information from third-party services you use to sign in or interact with the Service (e.g., authentication providers, payment processors), subject to their privacy policies.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Service
• Enable content creation, publishing, and discovery
• Communicate with you about updates, features, and support
• Improve performance, usability, and features
• Monitor and prevent fraud, abuse, or security issues
• Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell your personal data.

3. User Content and Ownership

• You retain ownership of the content you create or upload to Storyboarder.
• This Privacy Policy governs how personal data is handled and does not affect ownership or licensing of User Content, which is addressed in our Terms of Service.
• We may store and process User Content as necessary to operate and provide the Service.

4. How We Share Information

We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

A. Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Hosting and cloud infrastructure
• Analytics
• Customer support tools
• Payment processing

These providers may use information only as necessary to provide services to Storyboarder.

B. Legal and Safety Reasons

We may disclose information if required by law or if we believe disclosure is reasonably necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect the rights, safety, or property of Storyboarder, users, or others

C. Business Transfers

If Storyboarder is involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, user information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember preferences
• Analyze usage and performance
• Improve the Service

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Service
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce agreements

You may delete your account or content, subject to reasonable technical and legal limitations (e.g., backups, compliance).

7. Your Rights and Choices

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

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of personal data
• Object to or restrict certain processing
• Request a copy of your data

To exercise these rights, contact us at:

• Email: support@storyboarder.com

8. International Users

• Storyboarder is based in the United States.
• If you access the Service from outside the U.S., your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S. and other countries.

9. Children’s Privacy

• The Service is not directed to children under 13 (or another age as required by local law outside the United States).
• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
• Material changes will be reflected by updating the date above or notifying users through the Service.
• Continued use of the Service after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.