StoryShots – Complete Terms of Use

StoryShots

Complete Terms of Use

Effective Date: August 4, 2018

Last Updated: May 29, 2025

Document Summary

This comprehensive legal framework addresses copyright compliance, international operations, mobile app architecture, SDK integrations, and user protection while maintaining StoryShots’ innovative book summary services.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction and Definitions 2. Copyright and Fair Use Framework 3. DMCA Compliance Framework 4. Website Third-Party Services 5. Mobile Application Architecture 6. iOS Application SDKs 7. Android Application SDKs 8. Flutter Module Integration 9. Android Permissions Framework 10. Cross-Platform Data Collection 11. Mobile Privacy Controls 12. User Rights and Licenses 13. International Operations 14. User Conduct 15. Disclaimers and Limitations 16. Contact Information

1. INTRODUCTION AND DEFINITIONS

1.1 Agreement Scope

These Terms of Use (“Agreement”) constitute a binding legal agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and Parsida AB, a Swedish corporation (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), governing your access to and use of the StoryShots platform, applications, website, and services.

1.2 Definitions

“Service”:

StoryShots platform providing book summaries, analyses, and related content across web, iOS, Android, and Flutter applications

“Content”:

All summaries, analyses, reviews, and commentary available through the Service

“Platform”:

Website (getstoryshots.com), mobile applications, and related digital properties

“User Content”:

Any content you submit, post, or provide to the Service

1.3 Company Information

Parsida AB

Organization Number: 5568563075

Address: Kindstugatan 3, 111 31 Stockholm, Sweden

Email: hello@getstoryshots.com

DMCA Agent: support@getstoryshots.com

3. DMCA COMPLIANCE FRAMEWORK

3.1 Designated DMCA Agent

Copyright Agent Contact Information:

Name: Farid Behnia

Company: Parsida AB

Address: Kindstugatan 3, 111 31 Stockholm, Sweden

Email: support@getstoryshots.com

Phone: +46766838747

Registration Number: DMCA-1063369

Agent registered with U.S. Copyright Office

3.2 DMCA Notice Requirements

DMCA takedown notices must include:

  1. Physical or electronic signature of copyright owner or authorized agent
  2. Identification of copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
  3. Identification of allegedly infringing material and location on our Service
  4. Contact information (address, telephone, email)
  1. Good faith belief statement that use is not authorized
  2. Accuracy statement made under penalty of perjury
  3. Statement of authorization to act on behalf of copyright owner

4. WEBSITE THIRD-PARTY SERVICES AND INTEGRATIONS

4.1 Website Services

Our website (getstoryshots.com) uses the following third-party services:

Analytics and Performance

  • Google Analytics: Website traffic and user behavior analysis – Google Terms
  • Firebase (Google): Website hosting and data services – Firebase Terms
  • Amplitude: User experience analytics – Amplitude Terms

Communication and Support

Payment Processing

  • Stripe: Payment processing for subscriptions – Stripe Terms

Infrastructure

4.2 Data Collection by Third-Party Services

These services may collect data as described in our Privacy Policy. You can control some data collection through:

  • Browser privacy settings and cookie controls
  • Opting out of marketing communications
  • Contacting us at support@getstoryshots.com

5. MOBILE APPLICATION ARCHITECTURE AND DATA COLLECTION

5.1 Hybrid Application Structure

StoryShots uses a hybrid mobile architecture combining:

Native iOS Components

Core app functionality with extensive SDK integrations

Native Android Components

Platform-optimized features and performance

Flutter Module

Cross-platform UI components and specific features

Data Synchronization

Cross-platform user data and preferences sync

6. iOS APPLICATION THIRD-PARTY SDKs

6.1 Firebase Ecosystem (Google)

Analytics & Performance

  • • Firebase Analytics: Comprehensive user behavior tracking
  • • Firebase Performance: App performance monitoring
  • • Firebase Crashlytics: Real-time crash reporting

Data & Storage

  • • Firebase Database: Real-time data storage
  • • Firestore: Document database
  • • Firebase Remote Config: Dynamic configuration

Authentication

  • • Firebase Auth: User authentication
  • • FirebaseUI Auth: Multiple auth providers
  • • Firebase App Check: Security verification

Messaging

  • • Firebase Messaging: Push notifications
  • • Firebase In-App Messaging: Contextual messaging
  • • Firebase Dynamic Links: Deep linking

6.2 Advanced Analytics

AmplitudeSwift

Behavioral analytics, user journey tracking, and cohort analysis – Amplitude Terms

6.3 Advertising and Monetization

Google Mobile Ads (AdMob)

Mobile advertising platform with multiple ad formats – AdMob Terms

Facebook Audience Network

Social media advertising via mediation – Meta Terms

RevenueCat

Cross-platform subscription management – RevenueCat Terms

SuperwallKit

Paywall optimization and A/B testing – Superwall Terms

6.4 Social Integration

Facebook SDK

Social login, authentication, and content sharing – Facebook Terms

Google Play Services Auth

Google account integration and authentication

6.5 Technical Infrastructure

Alamofire

Networking library – MIT License

Kingfisher

Image loading and caching

DeviceKit

Device information utilities

7. ANDROID APPLICATION THIRD-PARTY SDKs

7.1 Firebase Ecosystem (Google)

Complete Firebase Integration:

  • Firebase Analytics
  • Firebase Crashlytics
  • Firebase Database
  • Firestore
  • Firebase Messaging
  • Firebase Auth
  • Firebase Performance
  • Firebase Dynamic Links
  • Firebase Remote Config
  • Firebase In-App Messaging
  • Firebase App Check
  • Firebase UI Auth

7.2 Analytics and Behavior Tracking

Amplitude Android SDK (v2.36.1)

Advanced user analytics, behavioral tracking, session analysis, and cohort studies – Amplitude Terms

7.3 Advertising and Monetization

Google Play Services Ads (v23.1.0)

AdMob mobile advertising with banner, interstitial, and rewarded ad formats

Facebook Ads Mediation (v6.12.0.0)

Meta Audience Network integration via mediation

RevenueCat (v8.17.1)

Cross-platform subscription management and analytics

SuperwallKit (v2.0.8)

Paywall management, A/B testing, and conversion optimization

7.4 Social Authentication and Sharing

Facebook Android SDK (v18.0.2)

Social login and content sharing capabilities

Google Play Services Auth

Google account authentication and integration

7.5 Media and Content Processing

ExoPlayer (v2.19.1)

Google’s advanced media player for audio/video playback with analytics

YouTube Player Android API

Embedded YouTube video content with interaction tracking

Glide (v4.11.0)

Image loading, caching, and processing

Universal Image Loader

Image processing and display optimization

7.6 Communication Services

Mailchimp Android SDK

Email marketing integration and newsletter management – Mailchimp Terms

7.7 Technical Infrastructure

Retrofit + OkHttp

HTTP networking and API communication

Flutter Engine

Cross-platform UI framework integration

FolioReader

E-book reading and content processing

8. FLUTTER MODULE INTEGRATION

8.1 Cross-Platform Services

Firebase Flutter Integration:

  • firebase_core
  • firebase_analytics
  • firebase_auth
  • cloud_firestore
  • firebase_remote_config
  • Local Storage Systems

8.2 Data Processing and Storage

Local Storage

  • • shared_preferences: User settings and preferences
  • • sqflite: Structured local database
  • • hive: Encrypted local storage
  • • path_provider: File system access

Network Services

  • • cached_network_image: Image caching
  • • url_launcher: External link handling
  • • flutter_cache_manager: Content caching

UI Enhancement

  • • google_fonts: Dynamic font loading
  • • flutter_animate: Animation systems
  • • page_transition: Navigation effects
  • • auto_size_text: Responsive typography

Content Processing

  • • markdown_widget: Rich text rendering
  • • flutter_emoji: Emoji support
  • • html: HTML parsing and processing

9. ANDROID PERMISSIONS FRAMEWORK

9.1 Android App Permissions and Data Access

Our Android application requests the following permissions to provide full functionality:

Network and Internet Access

  • INTERNET: Core app functionality and content delivery
  • ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Network connectivity monitoring
  • ACCESS_WIFI_STATE: Wi-Fi connection optimization

Storage and File System Access

  • READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: Access downloaded summaries and cached content
  • WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: Save offline content and user data
  • FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC: Background content synchronization

Device Information Access

  • READ_PHONE_STATE: Device identification and network status
  • WAKE_LOCK: Background processing for notifications and sync
  • RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED: Automatic service restoration after device restart

Media and Notifications

  • FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK: Audio content playback in background
  • POST_NOTIFICATIONS: Push notifications for new content and updates
  • FOREGROUND_SERVICE: Long-running background services

9.2 System Integration

Advanced System Integration:

  • Intent Queries: Content sharing with other apps (text, images, files)
  • YouTube API Integration: Embedded video content access
  • File Provider Access: Secure file sharing between apps
  • Facebook Content Provider: Social platform integration

9.3 Data Collection Through Android Permissions

These permissions enable collection of:

  • Device Identifiers: Phone state data for analytics and fraud prevention
  • File System Data: Cached content, offline summaries, user-generated files
  • Background Activity: App usage patterns, sync behavior, notification engagement
  • System Integration Data: Sharing behavior, external app interactions
  • Media Consumption: Audio playback patterns, background listening behavior
  • Network Analytics: Connection patterns, data usage optimization

10. CROSS-PLATFORM DATA COLLECTION

10.1 Comprehensive Data Collection

User Behavior Analytics

  • Reading Patterns: Time spent on summaries, completion rates, reading speed
  • Content Preferences: Book categories, author preferences, topic interests
  • App Navigation: Feature usage, screen time, user flow patterns
  • Search Behavior: Query patterns, search results interaction, discovery methods

Technical Performance Data

  • App Performance: Load times, crash reports, memory usage, battery impact
  • Network Analytics: Download patterns, caching efficiency, connectivity status
  • Media Consumption: Audio playback analytics, video interaction data
  • Cross-Platform Sync: Data synchronization patterns between devices

Advertising and Monetization Data

  • Ad Interactions: Ad views, clicks, conversions, revenue attribution
  • Subscription Analytics: Purchase behavior, retention rates, upgrade patterns
  • Paywall Performance: Conversion rates, A/B test results, pricing optimization

Device and Platform Data

  • Device Information: Model, OS version, screen size, available storage
  • Advertising Identifiers: IDFA (iOS), Google Advertising ID (Android)
  • Location Data: Country/region for content localization (approximate only)
  • Accessibility Settings: Font size preferences, accessibility features usage

10.2 Data Sharing and Third-Party Integration

Data collected through mobile SDKs may be shared with:

Analytics Providers

Firebase (Google), Amplitude

Advertising Partners

Google Ads, Meta/Facebook

Subscription Services

RevenueCat, Superwall, App Stores

Social Platforms

Facebook (for social login features)

Communication Services

Mailchimp (for email marketing)

10.3 Cross-Platform Data Synchronization

When you use StoryShots across multiple devices:

  • Reading Progress: Synced across iOS, Android, and web platforms
  • Preferences: App settings, bookmarks, and personalization data
  • Purchase History: Subscription status and premium feature access
  • Analytics Correlation: Usage patterns connected across platforms for improved experience

11. MOBILE PRIVACY CONTROLS

11.1 iOS Privacy Settings

Device-Level Controls

  • App Tracking Transparency: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking → StoryShots
  • Location Services: Settings → Privacy & Security → Location Services → StoryShots
  • Notifications: Settings → Notifications → StoryShots
  • Apple Advertising: Settings → Privacy & Security → Apple Advertising → Personalized Ads

App-Specific Settings

  • Background App Refresh: Settings → General → Background App Refresh → StoryShots
  • Cellular Data: Settings → Cellular → StoryShots
  • Siri & Search: Settings → Siri & Search → StoryShots

11.2 Android Privacy Settings

Device-Level Controls

  • App Permissions: Settings → Apps → StoryShots → Permissions
  • Google Ads: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
  • Location Services: Settings → Location → App-level permissions
  • Notifications: Settings → Apps & notifications → StoryShots

Privacy Dashboard

  • Permission History: Settings → Privacy → Permission manager
  • Data Usage: Settings → Network & internet → Data usage
  • Storage Access: Settings → Apps → StoryShots → Storage

11.3 Third-Party Opt-Out Options

Google Services
Google Ad Settings
Facebook/Meta
Facebook Ad Preferences
Amplitude Analytics
Contact Us
General Opt-Out
NAI Opt-Out

12. USER RIGHTS AND LICENSES

12.1 License to Use Service

Subject to these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Service for personal, non-commercial purposes.

12.2 Premium License Terms

Premium License Duration:

  • Standard Premium: Valid for 10 years from purchase date or until Service discontinuation, whichever occurs first
  • AppSumo Customers: License valid while StoryShots remains operational
  • Transferability: Licenses are non-transferable and tied to the original purchaser
  • Cross-Platform Access: Premium features available across all supported platforms

12.3 User Content License (Revised)

When you submit User Content, you grant us a limited license to:

  • Display and distribute your content within the Service
  • Modify content for technical compatibility and Service functionality
  • Create derivative works solely for Service operation and improvement

Important: This license terminates when you delete your content or close your account, except for content that has been shared publicly or integrated into Service functionality.

13. INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS AND JURISDICTION

13.1 Governing Law

Dual Jurisdiction Framework:

  • Corporate Matters: Governed by Swedish law
  • U.S. Users (Copyright/Consumer Issues): Governed by applicable U.S. federal and state law
  • EU Users (Data Protection): Governed by GDPR and applicable EU law
  • Other International Users: Governed by Swedish law with local consumer protection reserves

13.2 Dispute Resolution

For U.S. Users

Disputes may be resolved in U.S. federal or state courts with jurisdiction over the matter.

For EU Users

EU users retain all rights under applicable consumer protection directives.

For Other Users

Disputes subject to arbitration under Swedish Arbitration Act or Swedish courts.

14. USER CONDUCT AND PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES

14.1 Age Requirements

You must be at least 18 years old or the age of majority in your jurisdiction to use the Service. Users under 18 require parental consent.

14.2 Prohibited Uses

You agree not to:

  • Use the Service for commercial purposes without authorization
  • Redistribute, resell, or sublicense Service content
  • Use automated tools to access or harvest Service content
  • Attempt to reverse engineer or circumvent Service security
  • Upload malicious code or engage in harmful activities
  • Violate any applicable laws or third-party rights
  • Share account credentials or allow unauthorized access
  • Interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
  • Circumvent any security-related features
  • Engage in any activity that could harm our systems or other users

15. DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATIONS

15.1 Educational Purpose Disclaimer

Important Notice:

All content is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Consult qualified professionals before applying any information learned through StoryShots.

15.2 Warranty Disclaimer

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

15.3 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, OUR LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID FOR THE SERVICE IN THE 12 MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM. WE ARE NOT LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

16. CONTACT INFORMATION

General Support

support@getstoryshots.com

Legal Matters

support@getstoryshots.com

DMCA Agent

support@getstoryshots.com

Publisher Relations

support@getstoryshots.com

Privacy Officer

support@getstoryshots.com

General Inquiries

support@getstoryshots.com

Postal Address

Parsida AB

Kindstugatan 3, 111 31 Stockholm, Sweden

Organization Number: 5568563075

Document Information

Effective Date:

January 4, 2025

Last Updated:

May 29, 2025

Version:

3.0 (Complete Mobile Integration)

This document represents a comprehensive legal framework for StoryShots operations across web, iOS, Android, and Flutter platforms.

© 2025 Parsida AB. All rights reserved. StoryShots is a trademark of Parsida AB.