1. Introduction

Welcome to Study Buddy AI ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you use our website and services.

Study Buddy AI is designed for users aged 13 and older. If you are under 13, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Email Address: We collect your email address when you join our waitlist or sign up for an account.
• Name: Optional information you may provide when signing up.
• Study Content: Any notes, questions, or study materials you input into our AI tools.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our service (features used, time spent, etc.)
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device type
• Cookies: Small data files stored on your device to improve your experience

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and improve our AI-powered study tools
• Send you service updates and educational content (you can opt out anytime)
• Respond to your questions and support requests
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance our platform
• Ensure platform security and prevent abuse

4. Third-Party Services

We use the following trusted third-party services:

4.1 Firebase (Google)

• Purpose: Database and authentication
• Data Shared: Email, user ID, usage data
• Privacy Policy: firebase.google.com/support/privacy

4.2 Formspree

• Purpose: Email notification service
• Data Shared: Email address, name
• Privacy Policy: formspree.io/legal/privacy-policy

4.3 Groq AI

• Purpose: AI processing for study assistance
• Data Shared: Study questions and content you submit
• Privacy Policy: groq.com/privacy-policy/
• Note: Your study content is processed to generate responses but not used to train their models

5. Data Security

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

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/SSL)
• Secure Firebase authentication and database rules
• Regular security audits and updates
• Limited employee access to user data

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. You may request deletion of your account and data at any time by contacting us at support@studybuddyai.site.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Update inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time
• Data Portability: Request your data in a machine-readable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@studybuddyai.site.

8. Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

Study Buddy AI is intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it immediately.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at support@studybuddyai.site.

9. International Users

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries where our service providers operate. By using Study Buddy AI, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence.

10. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
• Improve user experience

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some functionality of our service. Learn more in our Cookie Policy.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification for material changes

Your continued use of Study Buddy AI after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

• Email: support@studybuddyai.site
• Website: studybuddyai.site