Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Scholy.ai ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

By using Scholy.ai, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register on the platform, including:

• Name and contact information (email address)
• Account credentials (username and password)
• Academic information (school, GPA, graduation year, major)
• Personal essays and scholarship application materials
• Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our services, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Log data (IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent)
• Device information (device type, operating system)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies
• Usage data (features used, essays generated, subscription usage)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our AI-powered essay writing services
• To personalize your experience and generate customized scholarship essays
• To process your transactions and manage your subscription
• To communicate with you about updates, promotions, and support
• To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

4. AI and Data Processing

Scholy.ai uses artificial intelligence to generate personalized scholarship essays. Your profile information and essay prompts are processed by our AI systems to create customized content. We want to be transparent about how this works:

• Your personal information is used to train our AI to write in your voice and style
• Essay content you generate is stored securely in your account
• We may use anonymized, aggregated data to improve our AI models
• We do not sell your essays or personal information to third parties

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We work with third-party companies (e.g., AWS, Stripe, OpenAI) that help us operate our platform
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred
• With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit permission

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, secure servers, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

8. Your Privacy Rights

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

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing your information

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are intended for users aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

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