Your privacy matters to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information High Yield Medicine collects, how we use it, and your rights and choices. By using the Service, you agree to the practices described below.

1. Information we collect

• Account information: name, email, password (hashed), and optional profile details such as institution and department.

• Usage data: logs of requests, feature usage, device and browser information, approximate location based on IP, timestamps, and error diagnostics.

• Content you provide: research ideas, queries, uploaded files, annotations, and generated outputs.

• • Cookies/local storage: used to maintain session state, authentication tokens, and preferences.

2. How we use information

• Provide, operate, and improve the Service, including AI-assisted features.

• Authenticate users, secure the Service, and prevent abuse.

• Monitor usage, troubleshoot, and develop new features.

• Communicate with you about updates, security notices, and support.

• • Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service.

3. Data processing and AI providers

Some features may process data through third-party AI providers or infrastructure services. Where possible, we scope processing to the minimum required and avoid using submitted data to train provider models, subject to the provider’s policies. We enter into appropriate agreements and require safeguards for any sub-processors.

4. Data retention

We retain personal data for as long as needed to provide the Service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. You may request deletion of your account, which removes personal data subject to legal or operational exceptions (e.g., audit logs).

5. Security

We implement administrative, technical, and organizational measures designed to protect your information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining strong passwords and safeguarding credentials.

6. Sharing of information

• Service providers: hosting, storage, analytics, and AI infrastructure.

• Legal: to comply with law, protect rights, or respond to lawful requests.

• Business transfers: in connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.

• • With your consent: we may share data for specific features or integrations you opt into.

7. International transfers

We may process and store information in countries outside your own. Where required, we implement safeguards for cross-border transfers consistent with applicable law.

8. Your rights

• Access, correct, or delete certain personal information via account settings or support.

• Object to or restrict certain processing, and request portability where applicable.

• • Opt-out of non-essential communications.

9. Children’s privacy

The Service is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or the equivalent age as defined by local law). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy. Material changes will be posted in the Service or sent via email. Your continued use of the Service after changes take effect indicates acceptance.

11. Contact

If you have questions, contact us at contact@highyieldmed.org.