ReadBy ("we," "us," or "our") provides a personalized children's storytelling app ("the App") for parents, grandparents, and caregivers ("you" or "Account Holders") to create bedtime stories for children ages 3-10 ("Children").
We take children's privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and your rights regarding that information.
This App is intended for use by adults (parents/caregivers) on behalf of Children. We do not knowingly collect personal information directly from Children under 13.
| Data | Purpose | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Email address | Account creation, login, support | Yes |
| Password | Authentication (hashed) | Yes (unless Sign in with Apple) |
| Apple ID token | Sign in with Apple authentication | If chosen |
| Data | Purpose | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Child's first name | Personalize story protagonist | Yes |
| Character selections | Story content generation | Yes |
| Setting selections | Story content generation | Yes |
| Plot text or voice input | Custom story creation | Optional |
| Data | Purpose | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Voice recordings | Create personalized voice profiles for narration | Optional |
Voice samples are processed by our voice synthesis partner (Inworld AI) to create a voice model. Original audio recordings are not retained after processing unless you choose to keep them.
All purchases are processed through Apple's In-App Purchase system. We do not collect, store, or have access to your credit card number, bank account, or other financial payment information. Apple provides us only with a purchase receipt to verify your subscription status.
| Data | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|
| Device type and OS version | App compatibility | Aggregated |
| App usage analytics | Improve the experience | 90 days |
| Crash reports and error logs | Fix bugs and improve stability | 90 days |
| IP address | Security and fraud prevention | Not logged beyond session |
Story text content is never included in analytics or error reports.
We use the information we collect to:
We do NOT use your information for: targeted advertising, selling to third parties, marketing to children, or building advertising profiles.
ReadBy is designed for adult Account Holders creating stories for Children. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) as follows:
As an Account Holder, you have the right to: review any personal information, delete your account and all data, refuse further collection, and request a data export. Contact privacy@readby.app to exercise these rights.
| Service | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Google Cloud Platform | Server hosting, data storage | Account data, stories |
| Anthropic (Claude) | AI story generation | Story inputs (not stored) |
| Inworld AI | Voice synthesis | Voice samples |
| Apple | Authentication, payments | Apple ID token, receipts |
| Firebase | Authentication services | Email, auth tokens |
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account information | Until account deletion |
| Stories and voice profiles | Until account deletion |
| Analytics data | 90 days (aggregated) |
| Error/crash logs | 90 days |
Delete your account via Settings > Account > Delete Account in the App, or email privacy@readby.app. We will remove all data within 30 days.
Depending on your location, you may have rights to: access, correct, delete, port, object to, or restrict processing of your data.
California residents have additional rights under the CCPA. We do not sell personal information.
Our legal basis for processing: contractual necessity, legitimate interest, and consent for optional features.
Contact privacy@readby.app to exercise any rights.
We will notify you of material changes by posting updates in the App and emailing you for significant changes.
Email: privacy@readby.app
Website: readby.app
For COPPA-related inquiries, include "COPPA Request" in the subject line.