Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 23, 2026

Welcome to SkillStory. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered portfolio building platform.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

When you create an account and use SkillStory, we collect information that you voluntarily provide, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, password, and profile picture
• Portfolio Content: Projects, work experience, education details, skills, certifications, and any other information you add to your portfolio
• Media Files: Images, documents, videos, and other files you upload to showcase your work
• Payment Information: Billing details and payment method information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
• Communications: Messages, feedback, and correspondence with our support team

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you access our platform, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, time spent on the platform, and interaction patterns
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers, and screen resolution
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze platform usage

1.3 AI-Generated Content

When you use our AI-powered features to generate or enhance portfolio content, we may process the information you provide to our AI systems. This includes any prompts, instructions, or existing content you share for optimization purposes.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To create, host, and manage your portfolio website
• AI Enhancement: To provide AI-powered content suggestions, optimization, and portfolio improvements
• Account Management: To create and maintain your account, authenticate your identity, and provide customer support
• Platform Improvement: To analyze usage patterns, improve features, and develop new functionality
• Communication: To send service updates, newsletters, promotional materials (with your consent), and respond to inquiries
• Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and violations of our Terms of Service
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

3. How We Share Your Information

3.1 Public Portfolio Information

Information you choose to include in your published portfolio (such as your name, projects, skills, and experience) will be publicly accessible to anyone who visits your portfolio URL. You have full control over what information you make public.

3.2 Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform, including:

• Cloud hosting and storage providers
• Payment processing services
• AI and machine learning service providers
• Analytics and performance monitoring tools
• Customer support platforms

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

3.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or governmental request, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication and access controls
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Employee training on data protection practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information in your account settings
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data (subject to legal retention requirements)
• Data Portability: Request an export of your portfolio data in a portable format
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Cookie Control: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

6. Children's Privacy

SkillStory is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where retention is required by law.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our platform or sending you an email. Your continued use of SkillStory after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

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