Privacy Policy

Effective date: March 6, 2026

Welcome to the https://storywriter.jyukbit.com website (the "Site") provided by Alvin Luo Truong ("we" or "our" or "us").

This privacy notice describes the types of personal information we collect, handle, share and use from individuals who: a) visit our website (https://storywriter.jyukbit.com) (our "Site") or b) use Story Writer (our "Services").

By using the Services or voluntarily providing personal information to us, you acknowledge that your personal information shall be processed by us in accordance with this privacy notice. If you do not agree to the processing of your personal information in accordance with this notice, please do not use the Services.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Give to Us:

Type of InformationWhat We CollectRequired/Optional
Account DataEmail address, username, passwordRequired for account creation
Identity DataFirst name, last nameOptional
PhotosImages you upload for character creationOptional
Content DataStories you create, character configurations, story promptsGenerated through use
AI Generated ContentAI-generated character images based on your uploaded photosGenerated through use
Payment DataPayment information processed by Polar.shRequired for purchases

Information Collected Automatically:

TypeWhat We Collect
Technical DataIP address, browser type and version, device information, cookies
Usage DataHow you use the Services, stories created, characters generated

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

PurposeInformation UsedLegal Basis
Provide ServicesEmail, uploaded photos, story contentContract performance
Create and manage accountsEmail, username, password, optional nameContract performance
Generate AI charactersUploaded photos (real-time processing only, never stored)Contract performance
Process paymentsPayment data (via Polar.sh)Contract performance
Communicate with youEmail addressLegitimate interest
Improve ServicesUsage data, technical dataLegitimate interest
Security and fraud preventionTechnical data, usage dataLegitimate interest

3. Photo and Image Handling

Original Photos: When you upload a photo for character creation, the original image is never stored on our servers. It is only used at the moment of character generation and is immediately discarded after processing.

AI-Generated Images: The AI-generated character images are stored for the duration of your account or until you delete them. These images are created using Replicate and are stored to allow you to generate stories featuring your created characters.

Story Content: The stories you create are stored for the duration of your account or until you delete them.

4. Story Generation

Story Prompts: When you create a story, your prompts and any context you provide (such as character details, themes, or preferences) are sent to our text generation provider, OpenRouter. OpenRouter routes your requests to various AI model providers. Data handling policies vary by the underlying model provider you select. Some providers may retain data for model training purposes unless Zero Data Retention (ZDR) is enabled.

Zero Data Retention (ZDR): Where available, we utilize Zero Data Retention options to minimize data storage. When ZDR is enabled, your prompts are not logged or retained by the model provider beyond the immediate inference process. Not all models support ZDR - check the provider policies on OpenRouter for specific model details.

Data Control: Our text generation provider offers various privacy features including Zero Data Retention (ZDR) available, EU routing support to ensure your data is handled securely.

Generated Stories: The complete stories generated are sent back to our servers and stored for the duration of your account or until you delete them.

Third-Party Model Providers: OpenRouter works with multiple AI model providers, each with their own data handling policies. You can view provider-specific policies at OpenRouter Provider Documentation. We recommend reviewing these policies to understand how your data may be used.

5. Third-Party Service Providers

We share your personal information with the following categories of third parties:

Service ProviderPurposeData Shared
ReplicateImage GenerationUploaded photos (temporary processing, never stored by Replicate)
OpenRouterStory Text GenerationStory prompts and content (varies by underlying model provider; Zero Data Retention available for some models)
Polar.shPayment processingPayment information
StripePayment processing (via Polar.sh)Payment card information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We only share information necessary to provide our Services.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with our Services. Upon account deletion:

We may retain certain information for legal compliance, fraud prevention, or security purposes as required by law.

7. Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

RightDescription
Right to KnowRequest information about the personal information we collect, use, and share
Right to DeleteRequest deletion of your personal information (subject to certain exceptions)
Right to CorrectRequest correction of inaccurate personal information
Right to Non-DiscriminationWe will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights

How to Exercise Your Rights: To exercise your CCPA rights, please contact us at alvin.truong@jyukbit.com. We will respond within 45 days of receiving your request.

Verification: We may need to verify your identity before processing your request to ensure the security of your personal information.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18 years of age. By creating an account, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old. If we learn we have collected personal information from a person under 18, we will delete that information immediately.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to provide and improve our Services, understand usage patterns, and remember your preferences. You can control cookies through your browser settings.

10. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the effective date. Your continued use of the Services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Alvin Luo Truong

Email: alvin.truong@jyukbit.com