Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 11, 2025

Welcome to StorySurvive (“StorySurvive,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). Your privacy is very important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website [StorySurvive.com] and use our services related to true survival stories, podcasts, blogs, and videos.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. Please read it carefully.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:

Personal Information

When you interact with StorySurvive, such as submitting a survival story, subscribing to our newsletter, or contacting us, we may collect personal information including but not limited to:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number (if provided)
• Location (city, country)
• Any content you submit (e.g., survival stories, comments)

Non-Personal Information

We also collect non-identifiable information automatically when you visit our site, such as:

• Browser type and version
• IP address
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website URLs
• Cookies and tracking technologies

2. How We Collect Your Information

• Direct interactions: When you submit forms, contact us, or subscribe to newsletters.
• Automated technologies: Through cookies, web beacons, and tracking pixels when you browse our site.
• Third-party services: We may receive information from analytics providers like Google Analytics to understand user behavior.

3. Use of Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our website and services, including true survival stories content.
• To communicate with you, respond to inquiries, and send newsletters or promotional materials.
• To analyze website usage and improve user experience.
• To verify and moderate user-submitted content, ensuring authenticity and quality.
• To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data based on:

• Your consent (e.g., newsletter subscription).
• Performance of a contract or to take steps before entering into a contract.
• Compliance with legal obligations.
• Our legitimate interests, such as improving our services and preventing fraud.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

• Service providers: Trusted third parties who help us operate and improve our website (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services).
• Legal authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights.
• Business transfers: In case of merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and personalize content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. For more details, see our [Cookie Policy].

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize your data.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such data, please contact us immediately so we can delete it.

9. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access your personal data.
• Request correction or deletion.
• Object to or restrict processing.
• Withdraw consent at any time.
• Data portability.
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the details below.

10. Security of Your Information

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside your country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws.

12. Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies when you visit them.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]