How we protect and handle your personal data in our research platform
Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard protocols (HTTPS/TLS). Sensitive data is encrypted at rest.
Access Control: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel only and follows the principle of least privilege.
Data Minimization: We collect only the data necessary for platform operation and research purposes.
Regular Audits: We regularly review our security practices and update them as needed to maintain data protection standards.
Incident Response: We have procedures in place to detect, respond to, and notify users of any data security incidents.
Access: You can access and review your personal data through your account settings.
Correction: You can update or correct your personal information at any time.
Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data, subject to research data retention requirements.
Data Portability: You can export your FRAM models and other content you've created.
Opt-out: You can opt out of non-essential communications and certain data processing activities.
Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent for data processing where consent is the legal basis.
Account Data: Personal account information is retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account deletion to comply with legal obligations.
Research Data: Anonymized research data may be retained longer for ongoing and future research projects, in accordance with academic research standards.
Model Data: FRAM models and related content are retained according to your sharing preferences and research requirements.
Technical Logs: System logs and technical data are typically retained for operational purposes and then automatically deleted.
Ethical Review: Research activities involving user data follow institutional research ethics guidelines and may be subject to ethical review board approval.
Informed Consent: You will be informed about any specific research studies and asked for explicit consent before your data is used for research purposes beyond platform improvement.
Anonymization: Research publications and presentations use only anonymized and aggregated data that cannot be traced back to individual users.
Voluntary Participation: Participation in research activities is always voluntary and does not affect your access to the platform.
We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify users of significant changes through the platform or email.
Continued use of the platform after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
For questions about this privacy policy, data protection concerns, or to exercise your rights regarding your personal data, please contact the research team through the appropriate academic channels or the contact information provided in the platform.
If you have concerns about how your data is being handled, you also have the right to contact relevant data protection authorities in your jurisdiction.
Last updated: 1/22/2026