Privacy Policy

How we collect, use, and protect your information

Effective Date: April 22, 2026

1. Introduction

ResearchCura ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who use our medical and health research platform at researchcura.com (the "Platform"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your personal data.

By creating an account or using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Account registration data: name, email address, password, professional credentials, and institutional affiliation
• Profile information: specialty, research interests, and professional background
• Research queries, uploaded documents, and content you submit through the Platform
• Communications with our support team

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Log data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and access timestamps
• Device information: operating system, hardware model, and unique device identifiers
• Usage data: features used, search queries, and interaction patterns
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 7)

2.3 Health and Research Data

As a medical and health research platform, we may process de-identified or aggregated health-related research data you submit. We do not intentionally collect individually identifiable health information (PHI as defined under HIPAA) unless explicitly agreed upon through a separate data processing agreement.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To create and manage your account and authenticate your identity
• To provide, operate, and improve the Platform and its research tools
• To personalize your experience and deliver relevant research results
• To communicate with you about updates, security alerts, and support messages
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or misuse
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
• To conduct internal analytics and improve our services

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data on the following legal bases:

• Performance of a contract: to provide you the services you signed up for
• Legitimate interests: to improve the Platform and ensure security
• Legal obligation: to comply with applicable laws and regulations
• Consent: where you have given explicit consent, such as for marketing emails

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist us in operating the Platform (e.g., cloud hosting, analytics), bound by data processing agreements
• Professional affiliates or research institutions, only with your explicit consent
• Law enforcement or government authorities when required by law or to protect rights and safety
• Successors in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (with notice to you)

We require all third parties to respect the security of your data and treat it in accordance with the law.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us at privacy@researchcura.com. We may retain certain data to comply with legal obligations or resolve disputes.

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Platform, remember your preferences, and gather analytics data. You can control cookie settings through your browser. Disabling certain cookies may affect Platform functionality.

8. Your Rights

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

• Access: request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
• Rectification: correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Erasure: request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Portability: receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Objection: object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Restriction: request restriction of processing in certain circumstances

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@researchcura.com.

9. Data Security

We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (TLS), encrypted storage, access controls, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

10. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

11. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us data, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a prominent notice on the Platform. Continued use after changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, contact:

ResearchCura Privacy Team
Email: privacy@researchcura.com
Website: https://researchcura.com