Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

ScholarMind ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI-powered research assistant platform located at scholarmind.online.

By using our service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and email address when you create an account
• Profile information and preferences
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
• Communications with our support team

2.2 Research Content

When you use our AI research tools, we process:

• Documents you upload for analysis
• Text content for processing and analysis
• Generated summaries, citations, and concept maps
• Analysis results and reports

2.3 Usage Data

We automatically collect certain information about your use of our service:

• Log data including IP addresses and browser information
• Usage patterns and feature interactions
• Performance and error data
• Device and connection information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing and maintaining our AI research services
• Processing and analyzing your research documents
• Improving our AI models and algorithms
• Communicating with you about your account and our services
• Ensuring security and preventing fraud
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party providers who assist in operating our service
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
• Consent: With your explicit consent for specific purposes

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Secure data processing and storage practices

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at support@scholarmind.online.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access and update your personal information
• Request deletion of your data
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Request data portability
• Object to certain data processing activities

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

9. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.