Privacy Policy

INTRODUCTION

Chronicle Creations Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when using Dreambook, an iOS app available on the Apple App Store. Visit dreambook.kids for more info.

Dreambook is designed for children under parental supervision and complies with COPPA (US), PIPEDA (Canada), GDPR (EU), and California privacy laws (CCPA/CPRA).

1. DATA COLLECTION

1.1 Information You Provide

• Creating an account or registering (if applicable)
• Using features that require personal data (e.g., saving stories)
• Contacting us or submitting support queries

1.2 Automatically Collected Data

• Device Info: Type, OS, IP address, device ID
• Usage Data: Screen views, navigation, error logs, feature statistics

Data Minimization: We don’t require more personal data than necessary for feature participation.

2. USE OF DATA

2.1 Service Operation and Maintenance

Data is used to enable functionality, personalize content, and process in-app transactions.

2.2 Support and Communication

• Responding to inquiries or technical issues
• Sending optional updates or promos (with opt-in and unsubscribe options)

2.3 Analytics and Development

We analyze aggregate data to fix issues and improve features.

3. DATA SHARING

3.1 No Sale or Sharing of Personal Data

We don’t sell/rent data or use it for behavioral/targeted advertising. GPC signals aren’t needed since opt-outs don't apply. If that changes, we’ll update this Policy.

3.2 Service Providers

Some data may be shared with trusted partners under strict confidentiality for service delivery (e.g., hosting, analytics).

3.3 Legal Obligations

We may share data if legally required, to protect rights, or respond to legal requests.

4. PROPRIETARY AI USAGE

4.1 User Inputs (Present & Future)

Initially, users may make in-app selections. Future updates may allow free-text prompts.

Inputs may be stored temporarily to improve our AI and are later deleted or de-identified.

Parents may request deletion of their child’s inputs at any time (see Parents’ Rights).

4.2 Internal Use

Prompts or selections may be reviewed to refine AI and uphold content guidelines, per this Policy.

4.3 Voice Recordings by Parents

• Consent is required before voice data is collected.
• Voice recordings used only for narration features for the child.
• Shared only with service providers under confidentiality.
• Recordings may be deleted at any time, subject to legal retention limits.

5. DATA PROTECTION

We use technical, administrative, and physical measures to protect data. No method is 100% secure.

6. COOKIES & SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES

• Used to store preferences and settings.
• Used to analyze patterns and enhance UX.
• Can often be disabled in browser settings, though some features may be affected.

7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS

Links to external websites may appear. We are not responsible for third-party content or privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing personal data.

8. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY

8.1 Verifiable Parental Consent (COPPA Requirement)

Consent is obtained before collecting any personal information from children under 13. Methods may include parental gates or “email plus” verification. Parents are informed of the data collected and its usage.

8.2 Data Minimization

We collect only the data necessary for app functions or internal operations.

8.3 Parents’ Rights: Review, Correct, & Deletion

Parents can email charles@chroniclecreations.co to review, correct, or delete their child’s data. Identity or relationship may be verified.

8.4 No Behavioral Advertising or Cross-App Tracking

No behavioral or cross-app advertising is used. Any advertising shown is non-personalized and child-safe.

8.5 Parental Gate for External Links & Purchases

Links and purchases (if any) are protected behind parental gates.

8.6 Push Notifications and Other Contact

• Verifiable parental consent is obtained if notifications contain personal data or target children under 13.
• Otherwise, notifications are general and non-personal.

8.7 Language Suitable for Children

App instructions and disclosures for children are designed in understandable language. Policy details are for parents/guardians.

8.8 Canadian-Specific Considerations (PIPEDA)

We seek meaningful parental consent under applicable age thresholds. Parents may withdraw consent and request deletion anytime.

8.9 Data Retention & Deletion

Personal data is retained only as needed or required by law. Contact charles@chroniclecreations.co for earlier deletion requests.

Children’s Sensitive Data: Treated as sensitive per applicable laws. Consent is required before collection or processing.

9. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS (US STATES)

Depending on your state of residence, you or your child (via verified parental request) may have rights including:

• Access & Portability: Request a copy of your (or your child’s) data in a portable format.
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or outdated data.
• Deletion: Request data deletion, unless legally exempt.
• Opt-Out Options:
  • We do not sell personal data—opt-out will be offered if that changes.
  • No targeted advertising or behavioral profiling is performed.
  • No decisions made based solely on automated processing with significant legal effects.
• Appeal: If we deny a request, instructions for appeal will be provided.
• Non-Discrimination: We do not discriminate based on exercise of privacy rights.

To Exercise Rights: Email charles@chroniclecreations.co with subject line “Privacy Request.” Verification of identity may be required.

10. FOR EU RESIDENTS

10.1 Data Controller

Chronicle Creations Inc. is the data controller for EU users. Contact: charles@chroniclecreations.co.

10.2 Legal Bases for Processing

• Consent:
  • Collection of children’s data under 13
  • Voice narration features
• Legitimate Interests:
  • Analytics, error logging, AI model improvement
  • Security, fraud prevention, service maintenance

10.3 EU Data Subject Rights

• Restrict Processing: Limit data use under certain conditions
• Object to Processing: Raise objections based on personal circumstances
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
• Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with an EU supervisory authority

To exercise these rights, email charles@chroniclecreations.co. Verification may be required.

10.4 International Data Transfers

Data may be transferred to and processed in the US. We use Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent safeguards to ensure adequate protection.

11. DATA RETENTION PRACTICES

We retain personal data (including user inputs and voice recordings) only as long as necessary for service delivery, legal compliance, dispute resolution, and contract enforcement. Most data is not retained beyond 24 months of last activity, unless required for business or legal reasons.

12. AUTOMATED DECISION-MAKING / PROFILING

Our AI generates creative content but does not make legally significant decisions based solely on automation. If this changes, we will notify users and provide opt-out or consent options where applicable.

13. DATA PROTECTION ASSESSMENTS

We conduct internal assessments for high-risk data processing activities when legally required. These reports are maintained internally and not published.

14. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

Updates to this Privacy Policy may occur. Any changes will be posted in-app or on dreambook.kids with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use signals acceptance of changes.

15. COMPLIANCE & POLICY ACCESS

This Privacy Policy is linked prominently on the Apple App Store listing and within the Dreambook app’s settings or parental section, meeting Apple’s Kids Category guidelines.

16. CONTACT US

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, email us at charles@chroniclecreations.co.

END OF PRIVACY POLICY