Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 3, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how StoriesIG Best ("we") handles information when you use the Service.
1) Overview
- We aim to collect as little personal data as possible.
- We may use standard analytics and advertising (including Google AdSense) to run and improve the Service.
- We do not ask for your Instagram password.
2) Information we may collect
a) Automatically collected data
When you visit the Service, we may collect:
- IP address (often used for security, rate limiting, and basic diagnostics)
- device/browser information
- pages viewed and basic usage events
- error logs and performance data
b) Search inputs
If you type a username or link, we process it to return results.
We may temporarily log requests for security, abuse prevention, and debugging.
3) Cookies & similar technologies
We may use cookies or local storage for:
- essential site functionality (e.g., preferences such as theme)
- security (e.g., rate limiting, anti-abuse)
- analytics (optional)
- advertising via Google AdSense
4) Google AdSense / personalized ads
We may use Google AdSense to display ads. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve personalized or non-personalized ads, measure performance, and prevent fraud.
You can learn more and manage ad personalization in Google's Ad Settings.
5) Sharing of information
We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited information with:
- vendors who help operate the Service (hosting, security, analytics)
- advertising partners (e.g., Google) as needed to serve ads
- authorities if required by law or to protect the Service from abuse
6) Data retention
We retain data only as long as needed for:
- service operation and security
- troubleshooting and performance monitoring
- legal obligations (if any)
Retention periods may vary depending on the data type.
7) Your choices
- You can use browser settings to block or delete cookies.
- If we provide an in-site toggle for analytics/ads consent, you can adjust it anytime.
- You can contact us to ask privacy-related questions.
8) Children's privacy
The Service is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
9) Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date will change accordingly.
10) Contact
Privacy questions: [email protected]