Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 12.12.2024

This Privacy Policy explains how inststoryviewer.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information. By accessing or using inststoryviewer.com (the “Service”), you agree to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Service.

1. No Affiliation With External Platforms
We are an independent platform and are not affiliated, associated, or officially connected with any external social network or company. Any references to third-party platforms, trademarks, or content owners are for descriptive purposes only.

2. Use of Cookies and Tracking Technologies
To deliver, measure, and enhance the Service, we use cookies and similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local shared objects (commonly known as “flash cookies”). Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us improve your experience by remembering preferences, enabling functionalities, and analyzing usage patterns.

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Necessary / Essential Cookies:
  These session cookies are critical for the operation of the Service, ensuring secure navigation and access to key features. Without these cookies, certain functionalities of the Service may not be available.
• Functionality Cookies:
  These persistent cookies allow us to remember your preferences, such as language settings or user configurations, providing a more personalized experience. They help avoid the need to re-enter preferences every time you visit.
• Analytics and Performance Cookies:
  These cookies collect anonymous information about how users interact with the Service. This data helps us improve functionality and optimize user experience by analyzing usage patterns.
• Functionality Cookies:
  These cookies enable us to remember choices you make while using the Service, such as your language preference or other personalized settings. The primary purpose of these cookies is to provide you with a more tailored experience and to avoid requiring you to re-enter your preferences each time you access the Service.

2.1 Managing Cookies
You can configure your browser to accept all cookies, notify you when a cookie is set, or reject all cookies. However, declining cookies may limit your access to certain features of the Service. For more information on how to manage cookies, consult your browser’s “Help” section.
By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this section.

3. Publicly Accessible Content
All displayed content is publicly available at the time of viewing. We do not bypass or alter any privacy settings that restrict access to the underlying content. Our Service does not store or archive this material; it simply displays information that is already accessible to the general public.

4. Third-Party Links
Our Service may contain links to external websites or services that are not owned or controlled by us. We assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external websites you visit.

5. Compliance With Laws and Policies
By using our Service, you agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations, as well as any relevant policies set forth by the original content owners or platforms. We do not encourage or condone any activity that violates third-party terms or infringes on intellectual property rights.

6. Data Security
We take commercially reasonable measures to protect non-personal data collected from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of data transmission or storage can be guaranteed as completely secure. Your use of the Service is at your own risk.

7. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR (For Users in the EEA)
If you are in the European Economic Area, you have certain rights under the GDPR, including the right to access, correct, or request deletion of personal data, as well as the right to object to or request restriction of processing, and the right to data portability. Since we do not collect personal data from user accounts or direct submissions, these rights may be limited in scope. If you have questions, contact us at contact @ inststoryviewer .com.

9. Your Rights Under CCPA (For California Residents)
If you are a California resident, you may have rights under the CCPA, including the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to request deletion of personal data, and the right to opt out of its sale (we do not sell personal data). If you believe we hold any personal data about you or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at contact @ inststoryviewer .com. We will not discriminate against you for exercising any of these rights.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page, and the “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly. By continuing to use the Service after updates, you agree to the modified policy.

11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: contact @ inststoryviewer .com