At ScholarNova, accessible at https://similarto.xyz/, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we handle your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) in the USA, and Google AdSense requirements. By using our website, you agree to the practices outlined in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services:
- Personal Information: When you create an account or contact us, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and other details you provide.
- Usage Data: We collect data on how you interact with our website, such as pages visited, time spent, and links clicked, to enhance user experience.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to personalize content and ads, analyze traffic, and improve our services. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our site or other websites.
How We Use Your Information
Your information is used to:
- Provide tailored scholarship recommendations.
- Manage your account and application tracking.
- Improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
- Deliver targeted advertisements through Google AdSense.
- Communicate with you about updates, scholarships, or support inquiries.
Third-Party Data Sharing
We share your data with third parties only as necessary to provide our services:
- Google AdSense: We use Google AdSense to display relevant ads. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve ads based on your browsing history. You can opt out of personalized ads via Google’s Ads Settings.
- Analytics Providers: We use tools like Google Analytics to track website performance and user behavior.
- Service Providers: We may share data with trusted partners for hosting, payment processing, or customer support, all of whom comply with GDPR and CCPA.
Cookie Consent
In compliance with the EU Cookies Directive and GDPR, we obtain your consent before placing cookies on your device. A pop-up banner will notify you of cookie usage when you first visit our site. You can manage your cookie preferences or opt out at any time via our settings page. For more details, visit cookiechoices.org.
Your Rights
Under GDPR and CCPA, you have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal data.
- Opt out of data sharing or personalized ads.
- Request information about how your data is used.
To exercise these rights, contact us via our Contact Us page.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online platform can guarantee absolute security, and you use ScholarNova at your own risk.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here, and continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please reach out via our Contact Us page. We are committed to addressing your inquiries promptly.