Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 6, 2026
Introduction
Welcome to Silk. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our romance story platform.
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect your email address, name (optional), and password (stored securely using industry-standard encryption).
Story Preferences
We store your story generation requests, including character names, plot scenarios, genre preferences, and heat level choices to provide our custom story service.
Usage Data
We collect information about how you interact with our platform, including stories read, favorites saved, and generation history.
Payment Information
If you purchase a premium subscription or credits, payment processing is handled securely by Stripe. We do not store your full credit card details.
How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain our story generation and reading services
- To personalize your experience and generate custom stories
- To process payments and manage your subscription
- To send you important updates about your account or service changes
- To improve our AI models and story quality (using anonymized data)
- To prevent fraud and ensure platform security
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:
- Anthropic (Claude AI): Story generation requests are sent to Claude's API to generate your custom stories. Anthropic's privacy policy applies to this processing.
- OpenAI (DALL-E 3): Cover image generation requests for visual story covers.
- Stripe: Payment processing for subscriptions and credit purchases.
- Hosting providers: To store and deliver your content securely.
Your Privacy Rights
You have the right to:
- Access your personal data and story generation history
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Delete your account and associated data
- Export your custom stories and favorites
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Withdraw consent for data processing
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@silk-stories.com
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS), encrypted password storage (bcrypt), secure session management, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your account data and generated stories as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will permanently remove your personal information within 30 days, except where we are legally required to retain it.
Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking pixels. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling essential cookies may affect platform functionality.
Children's Privacy
Silk is intended for users 18 years and older. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If we discover that a minor has provided personal information, we will delete it immediately.
International Users
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. By using Silk, you consent to such transfers. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a prominent notice on our platform. Continued use of Silk after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@silk-stories.com
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