Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1 March 2026


1. Information We Collect

When you register, we collect your username, email address, country, city, and password (stored as a bcrypt hash). We also collect the content you publish and technical data such as your IP address (stored as a one-way hash for view counting).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to operate your account, display your published stories, and improve the platform. We do not sell your data to third parties.

3. Content Moderation

All submitted content is analysed by an AI moderation system to detect personally identifiable information (PII) and illegal content. This analysis is performed by a third-party API (OpenRouter) and content snippets may be processed externally.

4. Cookies

We use a single session cookie to keep you logged in and a cookie to remember your cookie consent preference. No third-party tracking cookies are used.

5. Data Retention

Your account and content remain on the platform until you request deletion. Contact us via our email to request account removal.

6. Your Rights

Under GDPR (where applicable) you have the right to access, correct, and delete your personal data. You may also request a copy of your data.

7. Age Restriction

This platform is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. By registering you confirm you meet this requirement.

8. Contact

For privacy enquiries, please contact us at [email protected].