Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 20/5/2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to Scriptael. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when using our platform.

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

2. Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we may collect:

  • Name
  • Username
  • Email address
  • Authentication provider information (such as Google OAuth)

User Content

We collect and store content you create on the platform, including:

  • Stories
  • Chapters
  • Comments
  • Profile information

Usage & Analytics Information

We collect limited usage and interaction data to help us understand how users interact with the platform and improve the user experience.

This may include:

  • Pages or features visited
  • Story interaction events
  • Search usage
  • Device/browser information
  • Anonymous session identifiers
  • General engagement metrics

We intentionally minimize analytics collection and do not track sensitive writing content.

Cookies & Local Storage

We may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Maintain login sessions
  • Remember preferences
  • Improve platform performance
  • Support analytics functionality

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.

3. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Authenticate and manage accounts
  • Display stories, profiles, and platform content
  • Operate and maintain the platform
  • Improve platform functionality and user experience
  • Analyze feature usage and platform performance
  • Detect abuse, spam, fraud, or security issues
  • Send transactional emails such as password resets or account notifications

4. Analytics & Behavioral Data

Scriptael uses privacy-conscious analytics tools to understand platform usage and improve the product experience.

We may collect:

  • Feature interaction events
  • Navigation behavior
  • General engagement metrics

We do NOT intentionally collect:

  • Draft text
  • Private writing content
  • Passwords
  • Authentication secrets
  • Sensitive unpublished content
  • Editor keystrokes

Certain sensitive areas of the platform may be excluded from analytics or session replay systems.

5. Third-Party Service Providers

We use trusted third-party infrastructure and service providers to operate the platform, including services for:

  • Hosting
  • Authentication
  • Database management
  • Analytics
  • Performance monitoring

These providers may process limited information strictly as necessary to provide their services to us.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share limited information:

  • With service providers necessary to operate the platform
  • When required by law
  • To protect the security, rights, or integrity of Scriptael and its users

7. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to help protect your information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or disclosure. However, no method of internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure.

8. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have rights to:

  • Access your information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your account or data
  • Manage cookie preferences

You may also stop using the platform at any time.

9. Children's Privacy

Scriptael is not intended for children under the age required by applicable laws in your jurisdiction. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

11. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us through the platform or official support channels.