Privacy Policy
A legal disclaimer
Last updated: 19/03/2026
Welcome to StoryKiln. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our platform.
1. Who We Are
StoryKiln is an AI-powered platform that allows users to create, edit, and share illustrated children’s stories.
For data protection laws, including UK GDPR, StoryKiln is the data controller of your personal data.
Contact
Email: info@storykiln.app
Company: StoryKiln
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a. Account Information
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Name
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Email address
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Login credentials
b. Content You Create
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Stories you generate
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Prompts you enter
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Images and illustrations created
c. Usage Data
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Pages visited
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Features used
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Time spent on the platform
d. Device & Technical Data
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IP address
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Browser type
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Device information
e. Payment Information
Payments are processed securely by Stripe. We do not store your full payment details.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to:
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Provide and operate the platform
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generate AI stories and illustrations
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improve our services and features
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process payments and subscriptions
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communicate with you (e.g. updates, support)
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ensure safety and prevent misuse
4. AI and Content Processing
StoryKiln uses artificial intelligence to generate stories and images.
By using the platform, you understand that:
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Your prompts and content may be processed by AI systems
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outputs are generated automatically and may not always be accurate
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Content may be reviewed for moderation and safety purposes
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the General Data Protection Regulation, we rely on:
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Contract – to provide our services
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Legitimate interests – to improve and secure the platform
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Consent – where required (e.g. cookies, marketing)
6. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal data.
We may share data with:
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service providers (hosting, analytics, AI tools)
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payment processors (e.g. Stripe)
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legal authorities if required by law
7. Data Storage & Security
We take reasonable steps to protect your data, including:
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secure servers
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encryption where appropriate
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access controls
However, no system is completely secure.
8. Data Retention
We retain your data only as long as necessary to:
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provide services
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comply with legal obligations
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resolve disputes
You can request deletion of your account at any time.
9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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access your data
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correct inaccurate data
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request deletion
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restrict or object to processing
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Request data portability
To exercise your rights, contact us at [your email].
10. Children’s Privacy
StoryKiln is designed for creating children’s content, but accounts should be created by:
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parents
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teachers
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adults
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children without parental consent.
We aim to comply with:
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UK Age Appropriate Design Code
11. Cookies
We use cookies to:
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keep you logged in
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analyse usage
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improve performance
You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
12. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party tools for:
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analytics
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hosting
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AI processing
These providers may process data on our behalf.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
We will notify users of significant changes.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy:
Email: info@storykiln.app
