Effective Date: March 24, 2025

Welcome to StoryZone, the app for creating interactive stories powered by artificial intelligence. By using our app, you agree to the following terms of use.

1. General Information

StoryZone is a digital tool that allows users to create fictional content with the help of AI. The app provides the technical infrastructure, but the responsibility for all generated content lies solely with the user.

2. User Responsibility for Content

You are solely responsible for any content you create, submit, or store using StoryZone. You agree not to create or share content that violates legal regulations or ethical standards.

Specifically prohibited content includes (but is not limited to):

• Illegal content of any kind
• Sexualized depictions of minors (even fictional)
• Non-consensual or violence-glorifying content without a clear fictional and consensual context
• Discriminatory, offensive, extremist, or hateful material
• Infringements of copyrights or personality rights of third parties

StoryZone is not liable for any content created or submitted by users.

3. No Guarantee of Moderation or Review

Content is generated automatically through AI and is not manually reviewed or moderated. While we implement technical safeguards, we do not guarantee their effectiveness and assume no liability for any resulting content or damage.

It is your responsibility to ensure that your inputs and outputs are lawful and appropriate.

4. Copyright and Attribution

All texts and stories created using StoryZone remain the intellectual property of the respective user. StoryZone does not claim copyright over any user-generated content.

However, we kindly request that users who publish or share their stories mention StoryZone as the source, for example: “Created with the StoryZone app (storyzone.app)”

This is not mandatory, but it helps support and promote the platform.

5. Rights to the Technical Platform

The app itself, the StoryZone logo, design, and all technical modules are protected and remain the property of Squadhouse Media GmbH & Co. KG. Any use beyond the intended purpose is prohibited.

6. Disclaimer

The use of StoryZone is at your own risk. The provider assumes no liability for:

• User-generated content
• Damages resulting from inappropriate, illegal, or harmful text outputs
• Consequences of publishing content generated within StoryZone
• Legal disputes resulting from use of the app

7. Changes to the Terms

StoryZone reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Users will be informed of significant changes within the app or via email.

8. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany. The place of jurisdiction, where legally permitted, is the location of the company’s registered office.

9. Contact

StoryZone
c/o Squadhouse Media GmbH & Co. KG
Ehrenbergstraße 18
78532 Tuttlingen
Germany
Email: support@storyzone.app

This application collects personal data from its users.

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Privacy Policy Summary

Personal Data processed for the following purposes and using the following services:

Analytics

Google Analytics for Firebase

Personal Data: app launches; app updates; number of users; number of sessions; app starts; operating systems; unique advertising identifiers (e.g., Google Advertising ID or IDFA); device information; in-app purchases; usage data; region; session duration; trackers

Hosting and Backend Infrastructure

Firebase Realtime Database

Personal Data: usage data; various types of data as specified in the service’s privacy policy

Registration and Authentication

Firebase Authentication

Personal Data: email; username; password

Social Features

Firebase Dynamic Links

Personal Data: various types of data as specified in the service’s privacy policy

Payment Processing

RevenueCat

Personal Data: app launches; user ID; unique advertising identifiers (e.g., Google Advertising ID or IDFA); device information; usage data; trackers

Managing Contacts and Sending Messages

Firebase Cloud Messaging and Firebase Notifications

Personal Data: various types of data as specified in the service’s privacy policy

Additional Information on Data Processing

Push Notifications

This application may send push notifications to the user to achieve the purposes outlined in this privacy policy.

In most cases, users can opt out of receiving push notifications by adjusting their device settings, such as notification preferences for mobile phones. Users should be aware that disabling push notifications may negatively impact the app’s functionality or usefulness.

Contact Information

Provider and Data Controller

Squadhouse Media GmbH & Co. KG
Ehrenbergstrasse 18
78532 Tuttlingen
Germany

Email address of the provider: innovation@sq.de

Provider and Data Controller

Squadhouse Media GmbH & Co. KG
Ehrenbergstrasse 18
78532 Tuttlingen
Germany

Email address of the provider: innovation@sq.de

Types of Data Collected

The personal data collected by this application, either independently or through third parties, includes: trackers; usage data; unique advertising identifiers (e.g., Google Advertising ID or IDFA); device information; region; number of users; number of sessions; session duration; in-app purchases; app launches; app updates; app starts; operating systems; user ID; email; username; password.

Complete details on each type of collected data are provided in the dedicated sections of this privacy policy or through specific explanations prior to data collection. Personal data may be freely provided by the user, or, in case of usage data, collected automatically when using this application. Unless otherwise specified, all data requested by this application is mandatory. If the user refuses to provide it, this may make it impossible for the application to provide its services. In cases where the application states data is optional, users are free not to share it without consequences for the availability or functionality of the service. Users unsure about which data is mandatory may contact the provider. Any use of cookies or other tracking tools by this application or third-party service providers is for the purpose of providing the service requested by the user and any other purposes described in this document.

Users are responsible for any third-party personal data obtained, published, or shared through this application.

Method and Location of Data Processing

Processing Methods

The provider processes user data properly and implements appropriate security measures to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction of the data.

Location

Data is processed at the provider’s operating offices and at any other location where the parties involved in the processing are located.

Retention Time

Unless otherwise stated, personal data is kept as long as required for the purpose it was collected for, or for longer where legally required or based on user consent.

Purpose of Processing

Personal data is collected to allow the provider to offer the service, comply with legal obligations, respond to enforcement requests, protect its rights and interests (or those of users or third parties), and detect malicious or fraudulent activity. Data is also collected for: analytics, payments, registration and authentication, contact and message management, social features, and backend infrastructure.

Users can find more detailed information on these purposes in the section “Detailed Information on Personal Data Processing.”

Further Information for Users

Legal Basis for Processing

The provider may process personal data only if one of the following conditions is met:

The user has given consent for one or more specific purposes.

The data is required for performance of a contract with the user or for pre-contractual obligations.

The processing is necessary to comply with a legal obligation.

The processing relates to a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority.

The processing is necessary for the purposes of legitimate interests pursued by the provider or a third party.

The provider will gladly clarify the specific legal basis for each processing activity.

Data Retention

Unless otherwise stated, personal data is processed and stored for as long as required by the purpose it was collected for, or longer if based on legal obligation or consent.

Therefore:

Data collected for contract performance is retained until the contract is fully fulfilled.

Data collected for legitimate interests is retained as long as necessary for those purposes.

Once the retention period expires, data will be deleted and user rights (e.g., access, deletion, correction) can no longer be exercised beyond that point.

User Rights under the GDPR

Users have specific rights regarding their data processed by the provider:

Withdraw consent – at any time.

Object to data processing – under legitimate grounds other than consent.

Access their data – to know if and how it is being processed.

Verify and request correction – of inaccurate or outdated data.

Restrict data processing – under certain conditions.

Request deletion – of personal data.

Receive and transfer data – in machine-readable format to another provider.

File a complaint – with the competent data protection authority.

Right to Object

Where data is processed in the public interest or for legitimate interests, users may object by providing a justification related to their particular situation.

Users may object to direct marketing at any time without giving a reason. In that case, the provider will cease data processing for such purposes.

How to Exercise Rights

Users may submit requests to exercise their rights using the contact details provided in this document. Requests are free of charge and handled promptly, at the latest within one month.

Additional Information on Data Collection and Processing

Legal Action

The user’s personal data may be used for legal purposes by the provider in court or in the stages leading to legal action arising from improper use of this application. The user declares to be aware that the provider may be required to reveal personal data upon request of public authorities.

Additional Information

In addition to the information contained in this privacy policy, the application may provide the user with contextual information concerning particular services or the collection and processing of personal data upon request.

System Logs and Maintenance

For operation and maintenance purposes, this application and any third-party services may collect files that record interaction with the application (system logs), or use other personal data (such as the IP address) for this purpose.

Information Not Contained in This Policy

More details concerning the collection or processing of personal data may be requested from the provider at any time.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

The provider reserves the right to make changes to this privacy policy at any time. It is recommended to check this page regularly and refer to the date of the last modification. Where changes affect processing based on user consent, the provider will collect new consent if required.

Definitions and Legal References

Personal Data (or Data)

Any information that directly, or in combination with other information, allows the identification of a natural person.

Usage Data

Information collected automatically through this application or third-party services used in this application (e.g., IP addresses, browser type, usage times).

User

The individual using this application, who must correspond with the data subject unless otherwise specified.

Data Subject

The natural person to whom the personal data refers.

Data Processor

The natural or legal person who processes personal data on behalf of the controller.

Data Controller (or Provider)

The natural or legal person who determines the purposes and means of processing personal data.

This Application

The tool used to collect and process the user’s personal data.

Service

The service provided by this application as described in the relevant terms.

European Union (or EU)

Unless otherwise specified, references to the European Union include all current EU Member States and the European Economic Area.

Cookie

A small piece of data stored in the user’s browser.

Tracker

Technology that enables tracking of users, such as cookies, unique identifiers, web beacons, and similar tools.

Legal Notice

This privacy policy refers exclusively to this application, unless otherwise stated.