Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

ScholaEdit.AI ("we", "our", or "the Company") is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, process, and protect your personal information when you use our platform and services.

2. Data We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data to provide our services:

• Identity Information: Full name, email address, phone number
• Account Information: Username, password (encrypted), profile details
• Academic Information: Institution, title, research areas
• Usage Data: Search history, platform interactions, preferences
• Technical Data: IP address, browser information, device data, cookies
• Payment Information: Billing address, payment method (card details are not stored by us)

3. Purpose of Data Processing

Your personal data is processed for the following purposes:

• Providing our services and account management
• Personalizing academic research tools
• Delivering AI-powered features
• Technical support and customer service
• Fulfilling legal obligations
• Improving service quality and analytics
• Security and fraud prevention

4. Data Sharing

Your personal data will not be shared with third parties except in the following cases:

• Service Providers: Payment processors, cloud infrastructure providers (under security agreements)
• Legal Requirements: Court orders or regulatory requirements
• Explicit Consent: With your explicit permission

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data. These include SSL/TLS encryption, firewalls, access controls, and regular security audits. All data is stored encrypted and accessible only by authorized personnel.

6. Cookies

Our website uses cookies to improve user experience. Essential cookies are required for the service to function, while performance and analytics cookies help us improve our service. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to access and request information about your data
• Right to rectification of your data
• Right to erasure of your data
• Right to object to data processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to withdraw your consent

8. Data Retention

Your personal data is retained for as long as necessary for the purposes for which it was collected. When you delete your account, all personal data will be permanently deleted within 30 days, except where required by law.

9. Contact

For questions about our privacy policy or to exercise your data rights, please contact us through the following channels: