Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Thank you for choosing Paper2Galgame ("Paper2Galgame," "we," "our"). Your privacy matters deeply to us. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, utilization, and protection of your data when you engage with Paper2Galgame—our innovative platform leveraging Gemini AI to convert scholarly documents into engaging visual novel experiences.

2. Data Collection Practices

Paper2Galgame gathers various types of data during your platform usage:

• User Profile Data: Email, display name, and avatar obtained through Google OAuth authentication
• Scholarly Documents: Research papers in PDF format and associated text submitted for visual novel conversion
• AI-Created Material: Interactive storylines and galgame content produced by our Gemini AI engine
• Platform Activity: Metrics on transformation requests, preferred AI tutors (Sherry or Murasame), and content engagement
• Billing Details: Subscription data handled securely via our Stripe payment integration
• Device Metadata: Browser specifications, IP addresses, hardware details, and tracking cookies for performance enhancement

3. Purpose of Data Utilization

Your data enables Paper2Galgame to:

• Convert scholarly articles into customized interactive narratives via our Gemini AI-powered transformation engine
• Deliver, optimize, and enhance the Paper2Galgame platform including our AI learning partners Sherry and Murasame
• Handle billing operations and subscription administration
• Communicate platform updates and account-related notifications
• Study user behavior to refine our academic-to-galgame conversion quality
• Maintain service integrity and prevent unauthorized usage
• Address user inquiries and technical support needs

4. Data Sharing Protocols

Paper2Galgame never monetizes your personal data. Data disclosure occurs exclusively under these conditions:

• AI Transformation Services: Research documents are transmitted to Gemini AI infrastructure for galgame content generation
• Technical Partners: Vetted vendors supporting platform operations (cloud infrastructure, usage analytics, financial transactions)
• Regulatory Compliance: Disclosure mandated by legal authorities or necessary for security protection
• Corporate Restructuring: Data transfer during potential mergers, acquisitions, or asset liquidation
• User Authorization: Sharing explicitly approved by you through informed consent

5. Information Security Measures

Paper2Galgame employs rigorous security protocols to safeguard your information:

• End-to-end encryption for data transmission and storage
• Protected cloud repositories for your galgame creations and original academic materials
• Continuous security assessments and threat monitoring
• Restricted data access on a role-based authorization system
• Hardened API endpoints for Gemini AI communications and Stripe transaction processing

6. Information Retention Timeline

Data preservation periods for Paper2Galgame services:

• Profile information: Maintained throughout account lifecycle
• Created galgame content: Accessible for 30-day download window post-generation
• Source documents and interaction patterns: Archived for service enhancement and personalization
• Transaction history: Preserved per legal and fiscal obligations

7. User Control and Privacy Rights

As a Paper2Galgame user, you are entitled to:

• Inspect and retrieve your stored personal data
• Modify inaccurate or outdated information
• Permanently remove your profile and all associated content
• Revoke data processing permissions (may affect service availability)
• Download your information in standard portable formats
• Unsubscribe from promotional messages
• Configure cookie preferences via browser controls

8. Browser Tracking Technologies

Paper2Galgame utilizes cookies and comparable tracking mechanisms to enrich your user experience, retain preferences (including your chosen AI learning partners), examine platform usage, and elevate our scholarly-to-galgame transformation service. Cookie management is available through your browser configuration panel.

9. External Service Integration

Paper2Galgame connects with external platforms:

• Google OAuth: Provides secure identity verification
• Stripe: Facilitates encrypted payment transactions and recurring billing
• Gemini AI: Powers intelligent document analysis and galgame generation
• Cloud Storage: Hosts and distributes your interactive visual novel content

Each external service operates under independent privacy terms. We recommend reviewing their respective policies.

10. Minors' Data Protection

Paper2Galgame services are designated for users aged 13 and above. We do not intentionally gather information from individuals under 13. Should you suspect underage data collection, contact us immediately for prompt removal.

11. Cross-Border Data Movement

Your data may undergo international transfer and processing across various jurisdictions. Paper2Galgame ensures adequate protection mechanisms align with this Privacy Policy and relevant data protection regulations during cross-border data handling.

12. Policy Modification Notifications

This Privacy Policy undergoes periodic updates reflecting Paper2Galgame service evolution and regulatory changes. Material modifications trigger email notifications or in-platform alerts. Continuing to use Paper2Galgame after policy updates signifies acceptance of revised terms.