Privacy Policy
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1. Introduction
PsychInsightHub ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Our platform is designed as a free, open-access learning resource. We do not require user registration or account creation to access our content.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- IP address
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
This information is collected through standard web server logs and analytics tools (if implemented) to help us improve our website's functionality and user experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and maintain our free learning platform
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Analyze usage patterns and content effectiveness
- Ensure website security and prevent abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Third-Party Services
Our website integrates with third-party APIs and services to provide live learning content:
- Wikipedia API: Provides educational content summaries
- OpenAlex: Displays academic research and author information
- Open Library: Lists educational resources
- DataUSA: Shows employment statistics
- OpenTDB: Provides quiz questions
- iTunes Search API: Lists psychology podcasts
- Type.fit / Dictionary APIs: Supplies quotes and definitions
When you interact with these services through our website, their respective privacy policies apply. We do not control the data practices of these third-party services.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. These technologies help us:
- Remember your preferences
- Understand how you interact with our content
- Improve website performance
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling cookies may affect some website functionality.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access to your personal information
- Correction of inaccurate data
- Deletion of your data
- Objection to processing
- Data portability
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section.
8. Children's Privacy
Our website is designed for educational purposes and is accessible to learners of all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our Contact page.