Privacy Policy

At MySchool Research, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your information when you use our platform and services.

1. Who We Are

This Privacy Policy applies to services provided by MySchool Research, a platform owned and operated by MySchool Portal Inc. By using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide to Us

• Account Information: Name, email address, institution, password.
• Profile Information: Academic qualifications, biography, profile picture, areas of research.
• Content: Research papers, publications, comments, peer reviews, discussions.
• Payment Information: When applicable, for paid services (e.g., verified publishing, certificates).

B. Information We Collect Automatically

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, access time, referring pages.
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the platform.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: To enhance user experience and analyze platform performance.

C. Information from Third Parties

We may receive academic or institutional data from:

• Partnered universities and research organizations
• Identity or academic verification services

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes:

• To create and manage your account.
• To provide and improve our services.
• To facilitate collaboration and communication.
• To personalize your experience (e.g., recommended content).
• To verify academic credentials or research history.
• To ensure platform security and integrity.
• To comply with legal obligations.

4. How We Share Your Information

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

• With other users, if you post content, join groups, or engage in discussions.
• With third-party service providers, such as cloud storage, analytics, or payment processors, under strict confidentiality agreements.
• With educational institutions, for verification or collaboration.
• With law enforcement, if required by law or to protect legal rights or safety.
• During a business transfer, such as a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, provided that the receiving party continues to protect your data under similar terms.

5. Data Retention

We retain your personal data:

• For as long as your account is active.
• As necessary to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

You may request deletion of your data, subject to exceptions such as publication integrity or peer review records.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
• Delete your personal data.
• Object or restrict certain processing.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on your consent.
• Data portability, where applicable.

To exercise your rights, email us at [email protected].

7. Security

We implement technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

• Encrypted connections (SSL/TLS)
• Access controls and authentication
• Regular backups and monitoring

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. You use the Service at your own risk.

8. International Data Transfers

If you are outside the country where our servers are located, your data may be transferred to and processed in other countries. We take steps to ensure your data is protected according to this policy and applicable laws.

9. Children's Privacy

MySchool Research is not intended for children under the age of 13. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.

10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in.
• Remember your preferences.
• Analyze usage and improve services.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may affect site functionality.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email or prominent platform notices.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or data requests, please contact: