Privacy Policy of Read Legend

Last Updated: June 12, 2025

Legend Innova LLC is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use the Read Legend mobile application and website.

By using our Service, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. WHO WE ARE

This Privacy Policy applies to Legend Innova LLC. info@readlegend.com

2. SCOPE OF THIS POLICY

This Policy applies to:

• The Read Legend mobile application.

• The Read Legend web app.

Language Support: The Service is available in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese. Stories may be generated in up to 15 languages, with plans to expand.

In case of discrepancies, the English version of this Privacy Policy shall prevail.

3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT

3.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account Information: Email address, password (encrypted), email verification status, account creation and last login timestamps.

User Profile: Nickname, birth year (for age-appropriate content), gender preference (optional), reading level preference.

Custom Inputs: Themes, topics, tones for AI story generation (up to 100 characters each).

Payment Information: For web-based payments: payment info processed via a secure payment provider (e.g., Stripe); we do not store complete card details. For mobile app payments: payments processed through Apple App Store or Google Play Store; we do not access or store card info.

3.2 Usage Data and Preferences

• App language and story language preferences

• Dark mode setting (if used)

• Notification preferences (if used)

• Story progress and history: story titles, chapter progress, interactive choices, conversation history

• Library data: created stories, reading history, organization into sagas/series

3.3 Device and Technical Data

• Device type and OS (iOS, Android, web)

• Device language settings

• App version and build info

• Network connectivity status

• Error logs (development mode only)

No persistent collection of: device ID, advertising ID, or location data unless explicitly requested and permitted by you.

3.4 Data from Third-Party Authentication

If you log in via Google, Apple, or Facebook, we may receive your name, email, and profile picture from those services.

3.5 Additional Data Categories

As new features are added, we may collect additional categories of data. In such cases, we will provide notice and obtain consent where required.

4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use your information to:

• Provide and personalize your experience within the Service

• Generate AI-based stories and images based on your inputs and preferences

• Maintain your story progress, history, and account

• Process payments and manage subscriptions

• Improve our services, models, and algorithms (using aggregated, anonymized data)

• Communicate with you (transactional and promotional communications, opt-out available)

• Comply with legal obligations and ensure user safety

• Support future community features (forums, comments, etc., if implemented)

AI-Specific Use: Your inputs and preferences are processed via our servers and shared with trusted AI service providers to generate stories and images. These services only receive necessary data to perform the requested function.

AI-generated content and images are provided as creative tools and may not always be accurate. Users are responsible for reviewing content before using it for any purpose.

5. DATA SHARING AND DISCLOSURE

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

We share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service:

• AI content generation services for story and image creation

• Cloud hosting and database services (Firebase/Google Cloud)

• Payment processors (Apple, Google, Stripe) for subscription management

• Authentication services (Google, Apple, Facebook) when you choose to use them

• Customer support and communication platforms

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the specified purposes.

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law, including:

• In response to valid legal requests (subpoenas, court orders)

• To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users

• To investigate fraud, security issues, or technical problems

• To comply with applicable laws and regulations

5.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.

5.4 What We Do NOT Do

• We do not sell your personal data to third parties

• We do not share your data for advertising or marketing purposes by third parties

6. DATA RETENTION

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy:

6.1 Account Data

• Active accounts: retained while your account remains active

• Inactive accounts: deleted after 3 years of inactivity

• Upon account deletion: personal data removed within 30 days

6.2 Story and Usage Data

• Story content and progress: retained while your account is active

• Usage analytics: aggregated data retained for up to 2 years for service improvement

• Error logs: deleted after 90 days

6.3 Payment Data

• Transaction records: retained as required by law (typically 7 years)

• Payment card details: not stored by us (handled by payment processors)

6.4 Legal Obligations

Some data may be retained longer when required by law, regulation, or for legitimate business purposes such as fraud prevention.

7. DATA SECURITY

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

7.1 Technical Safeguards

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest

• Secure authentication and access controls

• Regular security assessments and updates

• Secure cloud infrastructure (Firebase/Google Cloud)

7.2 Organizational Measures

• Employee training on data protection

• Access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

• Regular review of data handling practices

• Incident response procedures

7.3 Limitations

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but continuously work to improve our safeguards.

8. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS

Our Service operates globally, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence:

8.1 Data Transfer Locations

• United States (our primary servers and operations)

• Countries where our service providers operate

• Countries where cloud infrastructure is located

8.2 Protection Measures

When transferring data internationally, we ensure adequate protection through:

• Adherence to applicable data protection laws

• Contractual safeguards with service providers

• Use of trusted cloud providers with appropriate certifications

8.3 Your Consent

By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.

9. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

9.1 Age Requirements

• Users must be at least 13 years old to create an account

• Children under 13 may use the Service only with verified parental consent and supervision

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent

9.2 Parental Rights

Parents and guardians have the right to:

• Review their child's personal information

• Request deletion of their child's account and data

• Refuse further collection or use of their child's information

• Supervise their child's use of the Service

9.3 COPPA Compliance

For users under 13 with parental consent:

• We collect only necessary information for the Service

• We do not require children to provide more information than necessary

• Parents can contact us to review, update, or delete their child's information

9.4 Content Safety

• AI-generated content is filtered for age-appropriateness

• We recommend parental review of generated content

• Parents should supervise children's use of custom input features

10. YOUR RIGHTS

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

• Access personal data we hold about you

• Correct inaccurate data

• Request deletion of your data

• Object to certain uses of your data

• Request data portability

• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

You can manage many rights via app settings or by contacting us at: info@readlegend.com

11. COOKIES AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES

We use cookies and similar technologies on our website to:

• Provide core functionality

• Personalize your experience

• Analyze traffic and improve services

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Advertising: We do not use your personal data for targeted advertising or profiling.

12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated through the app or website.

We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

13. CONTACT US

Legend Innova LLC. info@readlegend.com

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