**Effective date:** 2025-04-03 **Company:** Beeflow Ltd **Location:** United Kingdom #### 1. Introduction We at **Beeflow Ltd** take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data in compliance with the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018. #### 2. What Information We Collect We may collect the following personal information: - Age or date of birth (to personalise story recommendations), - Email address (if registration is enabled), - IP address and browser metadata (for analytics and security), - Preferences and interactions (e.g. selected language, favourite stories). #### 3. How We Use Your Information We use your data to: - Personalise content and story suggestions, - Provide access to age-appropriate material, - Monitor website performance through Google Analytics, - Improve the platform through aggregated usage data, - Generate story illustrations using OpenAI's API. > Note: OpenAI API processes text inputs on external servers. We do **not** share any personally identifiable information with OpenAI. #### 4. Cookies and Analytics We use the following cookies: **Essential cookies:** - `csrftoken` – used to secure forms against CSRF attacks. - `sessionid` – keeps you logged in if you are a registered user. - `django_language` – remembers your language preference. - `age-category` – stores the selected age category to personalise content. These cookies do not track your activity and are not used for advertising purposes. **Google Analytics Cookies:** - `_ga`, `_gid`, `_gat` – these cookies are used to collect anonymous analytical data regarding website usage. This data helps us to analyse site traffic, optimise content, and improve user experience. Under UK GDPR and PECR regulations, the use of Google Analytics cookies requires your consent. Upon your first visit to our website, you will be asked to consent or decline the use of these cookies. You can also manage cookie settings through your web browser. You may disable cookies via your browser settings, but some website features may not function properly without them. #### 5. Data Storage and Security Your data is securely stored on servers hosted by Linode in the United Kingdom. We apply industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections and restricted access to personal data. #### 6. Your Rights You have the right to: - Request access to your data, - Request correction or deletion, - Object to processing in certain circumstances, - Lodge a complaint with the ICO (Information Commissioner's Office). #### 7. Contact For privacy-related inquiries, contact: **Email:** privacy@beeflow.co.uk