1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly when you create an account, such as your name, email address, and profile picture.

We also collect usage data such as session activity, pages visited, and interactions with the AI companion to improve platform performance and your experience.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to provide, maintain, and improve the BBH Research Environment platform, including the timed reading sessions, AI companion, and community features.

We may use your email address to send service-related communications such as email verification, session expiry notices, and important platform updates. You may opt out of non-essential emails at any time.

3. Data Storage & Security

All sessions are encrypted in transit using industry-standard TLS. We do not store identifiable conversation history beyond your active session.

Your payment information is handled exclusively by Stripe and is never stored on our servers. Please refer to Stripe's privacy policy for details on payment data handling.

4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.

We may share limited information with trusted service providers (such as Stripe for payments and Firebase for notifications) solely to operate the platform. These providers are bound by their own privacy policies.

5. Cookies & Local Storage

We use cookies and browser local storage to maintain your authentication session and preserve platform preferences such as theme and language settings.

We may use analytics cookies to understand how users interact with the platform. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function correctly as a result.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data at any time. To submit a data request, please contact us using the details provided below.

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to data portability and the right to object to processing.

7. Children's Privacy

The BBH Research Environment is intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will delete it promptly.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on the platform or sending an email to your registered address. Continued use of the platform after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at: privacy@bigbanghoax.com