Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Paper2Gal ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our Paper2Gal service that transforms academic papers into interactive visual novels using Gemini AI technology.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us when using Paper2Gal:

• Account Information: When you create an account via Google OAuth, we collect your email address, name, and profile picture
• Academic Papers: PDF files and text content you upload for transformation into visual novels
• Generated Content: Visual novel scripts and interactive content created by Paper2Gal using Gemini AI
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with Paper2Gal, including generation frequency, character preferences (Sherry, Murasame), and reading patterns
• Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe for subscription management
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies for service optimization

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Transform academic papers into personalized visual novels using Paper2Gal's Gemini AI technology
• Provide, maintain, and improve our Paper2Gal service and AI companions (Sherry, Murasame)
• Process payments and manage your subscription
• Send you service-related communications about your Paper2Gal account
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance our paper-to-galgame transformation capabilities
• Ensure compliance with our terms of service and prevent misuse
• Respond to your customer support requests

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• AI Processing: Your academic papers are processed by Gemini AI to generate visual novel content through Paper2Gal
• Service Providers: Trusted third parties who assist in operating Paper2Gal (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and users' safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: When you explicitly consent to sharing your information

5. Data Storage and Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure cloud storage for your Paper2Gal content and generated visual novels
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure APIs for Gemini AI processing and Stripe payment handling

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide Paper2Gal service:

• Account information: Until you delete your account
• Generated visual novels: Available for download for 30 days after generation
• Academic papers and usage data: Retained to improve service quality and personalization
• Payment records: Retained as required by law and for tax purposes

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and review your personal information
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Delete your account and associated Paper2Gal content
• Withdraw consent for data processing (may limit service functionality)
• Export your data in a commonly used format
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your Paper2Gal experience, remember your preferences (such as favorite AI companions), analyze usage patterns, and improve our paper-to-visual-novel transformation service. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

9. Third-Party Services

Paper2Gal integrates with third-party services:

• Google OAuth: For secure account authentication
• Stripe: For secure payment processing and subscription management
• Gemini AI: For AI-powered paper analysis and visual novel generation
• Cloud Storage: For hosting and delivering your visual novel content

These services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

10. Children's Privacy

Paper2Gal is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your personal information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in Paper2Gal or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes via email or through our service. Your continued use of Paper2Gal constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.