PRIVACY POLICY

1. INTRODUCTION

Vetto ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our mobile application and related services (collectively, the "Services"). By using the Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

We operate under the laws of Singapore, and this Privacy Policy complies with the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) of Singapore.

2. INFORMATION WE DO NOT COLLECT

2.1 No Collection of User Photos

We want to emphasize a fundamental principle of our privacy practice: Vetto does not collect, store, or process any of your photos that you upload or use within the Services. Your photos remain solely on your device at all times.

2.2 No Access to Photo Libraries Beyond Necessary Functionality

While the Services require temporary access to your device's photo library to enable you to select photos for story generation, this access is strictly limited to the specific photo(s) you actively choose to use with the Services. We do not access, scan, or retrieve any other photos from your device.

3. INFORMATION WE MAY COLLECT

3.1 Account Information

When you create an account with Vetto, we may collect certain personal information such as:

• Your name
• Email address
• Username (if you choose to create one)
• Password (stored in encrypted form)

3.2 Usage Data

We may collect information about how you interact with the Services ("Usage Data"), which may include:

• Features of the Services you use
• Frequency and duration of your use
• Device information (such as device model, operating system, and unique device identifiers)
• IP address (for security and analytics purposes)
• Date and time of your use

This data is collected in aggregate form and does not identify you personally.

3.3 AI-Generated Content Metadata

When you generate stories using the Services, we may collect metadata related to the AI-generated content, such as:

• Titles you assign to stories
• Tags you add or that are automatically generated
• Categories assigned to stories
• Information about whether you marked a story as a favorite

This information is used solely to provide and enhance the organization features of the Services.

3.4 Communications

If you contact us directly (e.g., for support or feedback), we may collect the information you provide in your communication, including your contact details and the content of your message.

4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain the Services, including account management
• To enable you to access and use the features of the Services, such as story generation and library organization
• To improve the Services by analyzing usage patterns and user feedback
• To personalize your experience with the Services
• To communicate with you, including responding to your inquiries and providing updates about the Services
• To ensure the security of the Services and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activities

5. HOW WE STORE AND PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION

5.1 Data Storage

Your account information and metadata related to your stories are stored on secure servers located in Singapore. We maintain appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect this information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

5.2 Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including:

• Encryption of data in transit using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology
• Encryption of sensitive data at rest
• Access controls to limit who can access your information
• Regular security audits and updates to our security protocols

5.3 Data Retention

We retain your account information for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will delete your personal information within a reasonable timeframe, except for data that we are required to retain by law or for legitimate business purposes (such as fraud prevention).

6. DISCLOSURE OF YOUR INFORMATION

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may disclose your information in the following circumstances:

• With your explicit consent
• To our service providers who assist us in operating the Services, provided that these providers agree to keep your information confidential and use it only for the purposes of providing services to us
• To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes, including responding to lawful requests from public authorities
• To protect our legitimate business interests, including preventing fraud, enforcing our terms of service, or protecting the safety of our users

7. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

The Services may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such third-party services. We recommend that you review the privacy policies of these third parties before using their services.

8. YOUR RIGHTS REGARDING YOUR INFORMATION

Under the PDPA, you have the following rights with respect to your personal information:

• The right to access your personal information that we hold
• The right to correct any inaccuracies in your personal information
• The right to request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
• The right to withdraw your consent to our collection, use, or disclosure of your personal information (where such processing is based on consent)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 10.

9. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Services after the effective date of the revised policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes.