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Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 26, 2025

1. Information We Collect

Picture Books is designed as a static website that prioritizes user privacy. We collect minimal information:

1.1 Automatically Collected Information

• Basic usage analytics (page views, session duration) through standard web server logs
• Device type and browser information for optimization purposes
• IP address for security and geographic analytics (anonymized)

1.2 Information We Do NOT Collect

• Personal identification information (names, addresses, phone numbers)
• Email addresses or contact information
• User accounts or registration data
• Payment information (our service is free)
• Location data beyond general geographic region
• Audio or video recordings

2. How We Use Information

The limited information we collect is used solely to:

• Improve the performance and user experience of our website
• Understand which stories are most popular to guide content decisions
• Ensure the security and stability of our service
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Children's Privacy Protection

We are committed to protecting children's privacy:

• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13
• Our website does not require registration or account creation
• We do not use tracking cookies or behavioral advertising
• All content is curated to be appropriate for children
• We encourage parental supervision during use

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect any information we collect:

• All data transmission is encrypted using HTTPS
• Server logs are automatically purged after 30 days
• We use secure hosting infrastructure with regular security updates
• Access to any collected data is strictly limited to essential personnel

5. Third-Party Services

Our website may use the following third-party services:

5.1 Content Delivery Network (CDN)

We may use AWS CloudFront or similar services to deliver content efficiently. These services may collect basic usage information for performance optimization.

5.2 Analytics

We may use privacy-focused analytics tools that do not track individual users or collect personal information.

6. Cookies and Local Storage

Our website uses minimal browser storage:

• Essential cookies for basic website functionality
• Local storage for user preferences (volume settings, last read position)
• No tracking cookies or advertising cookies
• Users can disable cookies in their browser settings

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your information to third parties, except:

• When required by law or legal process
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• With service providers who assist in website operation (under strict confidentiality agreements)

8. International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted on servers that may be located in different countries. We ensure that any data transfers comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access information about what data we collect
• Request deletion of any personal information (though we collect very little)
• Opt out of analytics by using browser settings or ad blockers
• Contact us with privacy concerns or questions

10. Parental Rights

Parents and guardians have the right to:

• Review any information collected about their child
• Request deletion of their child's information
• Refuse to permit further collection of their child's information
• Contact us with questions about our privacy practices

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Providing prominent notice on our website for significant changes

12. Compliance with Laws

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Other applicable privacy laws and regulations

13. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: support@bambooswift.info
Website: https://picturebook.live
Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 48 hours.

14. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary:

• Server logs: 30 days maximum
• Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized, retained for up to 2 years
• User preferences: Stored locally on user's device only