Privacy Policy

v4.2 Updated: Dec 12, 2024

Clarifies data collection scopes for AI-powered reading recommendations and third-party analytics integrations. Adds explicit consent flows for EU/UK users under GDPR & UK GDPR.

Recent Changes

  • Added Section 5.3: AI Processing & Personalization Data
  • Expanded cookie taxonomy with granular opt-out controls
  • Updated data retention timelines for inactive accounts
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Terms of Service

v3.8 Updated: Nov 28, 2024

Revisions to user-generated content licensing, commercial usage rights for writers, and dispute resolution procedures. Aligns with updated DMCA safe harbor practices.

Recent Changes

  • Modified Section 8.2: Content Licensing & Attribution
  • Clarified monetization eligibility thresholds
  • Added mandatory arbitration clause with opt-out window
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Community Guidelines

v2.1 Updated: Oct 15, 2024

Strengthened standards around misinformation, harassment, and automated posting. Introduces graduated enforcement actions and appeals workflow.

Recent Changes

  • Added Section 4: Prohibited Automated Behavior
  • Defined clear thresholds for content strikes
  • Published transparent appeals timeline & criteria
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Data & Cookie Usage Policy

v2.5 Updated: Sep 30, 2024

Detailed breakdown of essential vs. functional vs. advertising cookies. Introduces first-party analytics migration away from deprecated third-party trackers.

Recent Changes

  • Replaced third-party ad tags with privacy-preserving analytics
  • Added explicit cookie consent expiration (12 months)
  • Updated cross-border data transfer disclosures
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Policy Update History

December 12, 2024
Privacy Policy v4.2 Released
AI personalization disclosures added. GDPR consent UI updated. Data retention schedules clarified.
November 28, 2024
Terms of Service v3.8 Released
Content licensing terms revised. Writer revenue thresholds updated. Dispute resolution section expanded.
October 15, 2024
Community Guidelines v2.1 Released
Anti-harassment enforcement streamlined. Bot/automation rules formalized. Appeals process documented.
September 30, 2024
Data & Cookie Policy v2.5 Released
Third-party trackers retired. First-party analytics implemented. Cookie consent lifecycle extended.
August 10, 2024
Minor Formatting & Link Corrections
Non-substantive updates across all policy documents. Broken internal links fixed. Mobile readability improved.