Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At Scholarly Assistant, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you use our platform. By using Scholarly Assistant, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

  • Personal Information: We collect personal information that you provide to us directly, including your name, email address, age, and profile image.
  • Academic Data: We collect data related to your academic performance, such as grades and productivity statistics, to enhance your learning experience.
  • Usage Data: We may collect information about how you use our platform, including the pages you visit, the features you use, and your interactions with content.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To Provide Services: Your personal and academic data is used to provide, maintain, and improve the services offered by Scholarly Assistant.
  • To Personalize Your Experience: We use your data to personalize your experience, including providing recommendations and tracking your progress.
  • To Communicate with You: We may use your email address to send important updates, newsletters, or other information related to your use of the platform.
  • For Analytics: We analyze usage data to improve our services and understand how users interact with Scholarly Assistant.

4. Data Security

  • Security Measures: We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
  • Data Storage: Your data is securely stored on Firebase servers, which comply with global security standards.
  • User Responsibility: While we take steps to safeguard your data, it is also your responsibility to keep your account credentials secure.

5. Sharing Your Information

  • Third-Party Services: We may share your data with third-party services that assist us in operating our platform, such as analytics providers or customer support services. These third parties are bound by confidentiality agreements and are not permitted to use your data for any other purposes.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or if we believe it is necessary to protect our rights, property, or the safety of our users.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to a new owner, subject to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

6. Your Rights and Choices

  • Access and Correction: You have the right to access and correct the personal information we hold about you. You can update your information through your account settings.
  • Data Deletion: You may request the deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us at ScholarlyAssistant1ba25@gmail.com.
  • Opt-Out: You may opt out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails. However, you may still receive non-promotional communications regarding your account or our services.

7. Children's Privacy

Scholarly Assistant serves children from primary school and is committed to complying with applicable data protection laws, including the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We collect only the minimal amount of personal information necessary to provide our services. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us at ScholarlyAssistant1ba25@gmail.com, and we will take steps to delete such information.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and significant changes will be communicated to you via email or through the platform. Your continued use of Scholarly Assistant after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at ScholarlyAssistant1ba25@gmail.com.

By using Scholarly Assistant, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.