Legalities

Welcome to Grand Story Archive. By using this site, you agree to these terms. They’re simple, fair, and designed to protect both your experience and my work.

Privacy Policy

Your privacy genuinely matters here. Grand Story Archive is designed to be simple, transparent, and respectful — nothing more, nothing less. This page explains exactly what data is collected, why it’s collected, how it’s used, and what rights you have.

1. What Data Is Collected

This site collects three general types of data:

A. Technical & Analytics Data

Collected automatically through tools such as:

• Google Analytics

• Google Tag Manager

• Google Ads (if you click an ad)

• Hostinger (basic site logs and performance data)

These tools may collect:

• pages you visit

• time spent on the site

• device type (mobile, desktop, etc.)

• approximate region (never exact location)

• browser type

• referring links

All analytics data is anonymised and used only to understand how people interact with the site.

B. Optional Data You Choose to Share

If you fill out a form, leave a comment, or contact me directly, you may share:

• your name (optional)

• your email address (optional)

• your message or feedback (required)

This information is used only for communication or responding to your request.

No data is ever sold, traded, or misused.

C. Affiliate Interaction Data

Some links on the site are affiliate links, mainly for:

• Amazon Associates

• Amazon KDP

• Google Ad services (if active)

If you click an affiliate link:

• a cookie may track your click

• the retailer may know you came from this site

• you remain anonymous to me — I never see your purchase details

This is standard for affiliate programs.

2. How Your Data Is Used

Your data is used only to:

• keep the site running smoothly

• understand which pages people enjoy

• improve content over time

• fulfil legal obligations (e.g., affiliate tracking)

• respond to messages you send

No more than that.

3. Your Rights (Under UK GDPR)

You have the right to:

• access any personal data you’ve shared

• request deletion of your data at any time

• correct inaccurate information

• withdraw consent for optional data

• ask how your data is used

Simply email: george@grandstoryarchive.com

4. Cookies

Cookies may be used by:

• Google Analytics

• Google Ads

• Amazon Associates

• Hostinger (for security and performance)

These help the site function and help track affiliate clicks.

If required, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to manage your preferences.

5. Third-Party Services Used

This site uses the following trusted services:

• Hostinger – hosting, performance logs

• Google Analytics – visitor statistics

• Google Tag Manager – site script control

• Google Ads – advertising interactions

• Amazon Associates – affiliate tracking

• Amazon KDP – affiliate tracking where applicable

These providers are responsible for how they process data; each has its own privacy policy.

6. Data Storage & Security

Any data you choose to share is stored securely and never passed to third parties unless required by law.
No personal data is shared, sold, or monetised.

7. Contact Information

George Vale LTD acts as the Data Controller for this site. For privacy requests or questions:

George Vale LTD
george@grandstoryarchive.com
Registered office: 86-90 Paul Street, London, EC2A 4NE
Company No: 16869695

8. Updates

This policy may be updated if new tools are added or laws change.
Any major changes will be clearly noted.

Terms of Use

1. Content Ownership

All stories, writing, graphics, lore, artwork, worldbuilding, world entries, and original content on this site are the property of George Vale. AI-generated images may be used freely, however this excludes any custom graphics used in conjunction with them.

You may:

• read

• share links

• quote small passages with credit

But you may not:

• copy full stories or entries

• republish content

• claim authorship

• use content commercially without legal written permission

2. Website Use

By using this site, you agree not to:

• attempt to disrupt the site

• use it for unlawful purposes

• misuse forms or comments

• scrape large amounts of content

This is a place for creativity and community — nothing more.

3. Affiliate Disclosure

Some pages contain affiliate links (Amazon Associates and others).
If you choose to use them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Affiliate links never influence recommendations.

4. Third-Party Links

This site may link to external websites.
I’m not responsible for the content, accuracy, or policies of those external sites.

5. Liability

Grand Story Archive is provided “as is” — meaning:

• I do my best to keep everything functional

• but I can't guarantee uninterrupted access

• I’m not responsible for any issues caused by third-party services (analytics, ads, affiliates, etc.)

6. Privacy

Your privacy is protected under the Privacy Policy, which explains how data is handled.

7. Changes to These Terms

These terms may be updated occasionally.
Continued use of the site means you accept the latest version.