Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 2026

1. Introduction

ResearcherCollab ("we", "our", or "us") operates the website researchercollab.com. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our platform. By using ResearcherCollab, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Account information: Email address, name, password (encrypted).
  • Profile information: University, discipline, research keywords, publications, bio, and avatar.
  • Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and interaction logs for improving the service.
  • Payment information: Billing details are processed by our payment provider and are not stored on our servers.
  • Communications: Messages sent through the platform between users.

3. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide and improve the ResearcherCollab platform and its features.
  • To match researchers with relevant collaboration opportunities.
  • To send transactional emails (account confirmation, password reset, notifications).
  • To process payments and manage subscriptions.
  • To prevent fraud and ensure platform security.

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. We share data only with:
  • Infrastructure and database providers
  • Email delivery providers

All third-party providers are GDPR-compliant.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, all personal data is permanently removed from our systems within 30 days.

6. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have the right to:
  • Access the personal data we hold about you.
  • Request correction of inaccurate data.
  • Request deletion of your account and data.
  • Object to or restrict processing of your data.
  • Data portability.

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@researchercollab.com.

7. Cookies

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We do not use tracking or advertising cookies.

8. Security

We use industry-standard security measures including HTTPS encryption, secure authentication via Supabase, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

9. Children's Privacy

ResearcherCollab is not intended for users under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes via email or a notice on the platform.

11. Contact

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at:
info@researchercollab.com
ResearcherCollab, researchercollab.com