Legal Terms

Terms of Service

These terms govern your use of MagicalStory and outline our mutual rights and responsibilities. Please read them carefully before using our service.

Last updated: December 15, 2024

Acceptance of Terms

Agreement to Terms

By downloading, accessing, or using MagicalStory, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our service.

Parental Consent

If you are under 18 years old, your parent or legal guardian must agree to these terms on your behalf. For children under 13, verifiable parental consent is required before using MagicalStory.

Changes to Terms

We may update these terms from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes via email or in-app notification. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Description of Service

MagicalStory Platform

MagicalStory is an AI-powered storytelling platform that creates personalized stories for children. Our service includes story generation, AI illustrations, audio narration, and optional print services.

Age-Appropriate Content

All stories are designed to be child-friendly and educational. We use content filters and human moderation to ensure stories meet our safety standards and are appropriate for the specified age group.

Service Availability

We strive to maintain continuous service availability but cannot guarantee uninterrupted access. We may temporarily suspend service for maintenance, updates, or technical issues.

User Accounts and Registration

Account Creation

To use MagicalStory, you must create an account with accurate and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.

Account Responsibility

You are responsible for all activities that occur under your account. If you suspect unauthorized use, notify us immediately. We are not liable for losses due to unauthorized account access.

Account Termination

We may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these terms, engage in inappropriate behavior, or pose risks to other users. You may delete your account at any time through the app settings.

Acceptable Use Policy

Permitted Uses

You may use MagicalStory for personal, non-commercial purposes to create and enjoy stories. Educational use in classrooms and homeschooling is permitted and encouraged.

Prohibited Activities

You may not use our service to create inappropriate content, harass other users, attempt to hack or disrupt our systems, or violate any applicable laws or regulations.

Content Guidelines

All user-generated content must be appropriate for children. We reserve the right to remove content that violates our community guidelines or terms of service.

Reporting Violations

If you encounter inappropriate content or behavior, please report it to our support team immediately. We investigate all reports and take appropriate action.

Subscription and Payment Terms

Subscription Plans

MagicalStory offers various subscription plans with different features and story limits. Current pricing and plan details are available in the app and on our website.

Payment Processing

Payments are processed through secure third-party payment processors. By subscribing, you authorize recurring charges to your chosen payment method until you cancel.

Cancellation and Refunds

You may cancel your subscription at any time through your account settings or the app store. Refunds are handled according to the app store's refund policy or our direct refund policy.

Price Changes

We may change subscription prices with 30 days' notice. Price changes will not affect your current billing cycle but will apply to subsequent renewals unless you cancel.

Intellectual Property Rights

Our Content

MagicalStory, including our AI models, software, designs, and trademarks, is owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or distribute our proprietary content.

User-Generated Stories

You retain ownership of the stories you create using our platform. However, you grant us a license to use, store, and process your content to provide our services and improve our AI models.

AI-Generated Content

Stories and illustrations created by our AI are considered your content once generated, but our underlying AI technology remains our property. You may use AI-generated content for personal and educational purposes.

Copyright Compliance

You must not include copyrighted material in your stories without permission. We respond to valid DMCA takedown notices and may terminate accounts of repeat infringers.

Privacy and Child Safety

Privacy Protection

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with all applicable privacy laws, including COPPA. Please review our Privacy Policy for detailed information about data handling.

Child Safety Measures

We implement multiple safety measures including content filtering, human moderation, and privacy protections specifically designed for children's apps.

Parental Controls

Parents have full control over their child's account, including the ability to review stories, adjust settings, and delete the account at any time.

Data Minimization

We collect only the minimum data necessary to provide our service and delete data when no longer needed, in accordance with our data retention policies.

Disclaimers and Limitations

Service Disclaimer

MagicalStory is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. While we strive for accuracy and quality, we cannot guarantee that all AI-generated content will be perfect or error-free.

Educational Use

While our stories can be educational, they are primarily for entertainment. We do not guarantee educational outcomes or claim our content replaces formal education.

Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited to the amount you paid for the service in the 12 months preceding the claim. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Third-Party Services

Our app may integrate with third-party services (payment processors, cloud storage). We are not responsible for the performance or policies of these third-party services.

Important Notice

Questions About These Terms?

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service or need clarification on any provisions, please contact our legal team. We're here to help ensure you understand your rights and obligations.

By using MagicalStory, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. These terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and MagicalStory.