Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Inkwell ("we," "our," or "us"). We operate the Inkwell writing platform, accessible at inkwell.world and app.inkwell.world (collectively, the "Service").

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service. Please read this policy carefully. If you disagree with its terms, please discontinue use of the Service.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Effective Date" below and, where appropriate, by sending you an email notification. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Effective Date: June 2, 2026

2. Our Commitment: Your Writing Stays Yours

Your creative work is deeply personal. The worlds you build, the characters you develop, and the stories you tell belong entirely to you. We believe that a writing platform can only be a true sanctuary if you have complete confidence that your work is not being exploited for purposes beyond your own creative process.

This commitment covers all content you create or upload within the Service, including:

• Manuscripts, drafts, and written documents
• Character profiles and development notes
• World-building lore, maps, and codex entries
• Plot outlines, timelines, and narrative structures
• Any other creative or personal content stored in your account

We may use aggregate, anonymized, and non-identifiable usage data (such as feature engagement metrics) to improve the Service experience, but this data cannot be traced back to you or your content.

3. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:

Information You Provide Directly

• Account registration details (name, email address, password)
• Profile information you choose to add
• Content you create, upload, or store within the Service
• Communications you send to us (support requests, feedback)
• Payment and billing information (processed securely by third-party payment providers)

Information Collected Automatically

• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, timestamps)
• Device information (device type, operating system)
• Usage data (features used, time spent, session activity)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 7)

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Service
• Create and manage your account
• Process transactions and send related information
• Respond to comments, questions, and customer support requests
• Send you technical notices, updates, and security alerts
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve the Service
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity
• Comply with legal obligations

We will never sell your personal information to third parties. We do not use your information for targeted advertising.

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our Service (hosting, payment processing, email delivery) and who are contractually bound to keep your information confidential.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, subpoena, or court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of Inkwell, our users, or the public.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as a business asset, subject to the same privacy protections.
• With Your Consent: We may share your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

6. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure servers provided by Supabase, a trusted infrastructure provider. We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and encryption at rest to protect your information.

While we take all reasonable precautions to protect your data, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we are committed to addressing any security vulnerabilities promptly.

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with the Service. If you close your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 90 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal or compliance purposes.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on the Service. Cookies are small data files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our Service.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function (authentication, session management). These cannot be disabled.
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with the Service so we can improve it. This data is aggregated and anonymized.
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences to provide a more personalized experience.

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Service.

8. Third-Party Services

The Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party services, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.

We use the following third-party services to operate the Service:

• Supabase: Database and authentication infrastructure
• Stripe: Payment processing (we do not store your payment card details)
• Vercel: Website hosting and delivery
• Google Analytics: Aggregated, privacy-conscious traffic measurement on our marketing site

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at the address below and we will promptly delete that information.

10. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal exceptions.
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
• Objection: Object to our processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.
• Withdrawal of Consent: Where processing is based on consent, withdraw that consent at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the address provided in Section 12. We will respond to all requests within 30 days.

11. International Data Transfers

Inkwell operates primarily in the United States. If you are accessing the Service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers. We take steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

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

We take privacy inquiries seriously and will respond promptly to any concerns you raise.