Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Account Information: Email address and encrypted password
• Usage Data: Search queries, documents created, and feature usage
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device information

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

• Provide and improve our research assistance services
• Personalize your experience and recommendations
• Ensure the security of your account
• Communicate important updates about the service

3. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Passwords are hashed using bcrypt with secure salting
• All connections are encrypted using TLS/HTTPS
• Access tokens expire after 15 minutes
• Rate limiting protects against brute-force attacks

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

• Service providers who help us operate the platform
• Legal authorities when required by law

5. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your account and data
• Export your data in a portable format

6. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. These are necessary for the service to function and cannot be disabled.

7. Contact

For privacy-related inquiries, contact us at [email protected].