Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Account Information: When you sign in with Google, we collect your name, email address, and profile picture
• Content: Articles, research requests, comments, and other content you submit
• Usage Data: Information about how you use our service, including pages viewed and features accessed
• Device Information: Browser type, IP address, and operating system

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process your transactions and manage your subscriptions
• Send you technical notices, updates, and administrative messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities in connection with our services
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraudulent activity
• Personalize and improve your experience on our platform

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Public Content: Articles, research requests, and comments you post are publicly visible to all users
• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (payment processing, hosting, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We use industry-standard encryption for data transmission and storage. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. We regularly review and update our security practices to ensure your data is protected.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access and Update: You can view and update your account information through your user profile
• Delete Content: You can delete articles and research requests you've created
• Account Deletion: You can request deletion of your account by contacting us
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of promotional emails by following the unsubscribe link
• Data Export: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain until deleted). You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our service.

7. Third-Party Services

Our service uses Google OAuth for authentication. When you sign in with Google, you are also subject to Google's Privacy Policy. We may also use third-party services for analytics and hosting. These third parties have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information.

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of our service after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the website contact form or email us at the address provided on our contact page. We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.