Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information:

  • Email address (required for account creation and password recovery)
  • Username (chosen by you for identification)
  • Full name (optional)

Usage Data:

  • Text content you submit for bias analysis
  • Bias scan history and results
  • Resistance score and progress metrics
  • Page views and navigation patterns
  • Device and browser information

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and maintain the BiasFilter service
  • Analyse text content for cognitive biases using AI technology
  • Track your progress and calculate resistance scores
  • Send password reset emails when requested
  • Improve our service and develop new features
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. AI Analysis and Data Processing

Text content you submit for analysis is processed by our AI system (powered by OpenAI's GPT-4o-mini) to identify cognitive biases. This processing is performed securely and the results are stored in your account for progress tracking. We do not share your specific text content with third parties.

4. Data Storage and Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • Passwords are encrypted using industry-standard bcrypt hashing
  • Data is stored securely in MongoDB databases
  • All API communications use HTTPS encryption
  • Access to user data is strictly limited to authorised personnel
  • Regular security updates and monitoring

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for the following periods:

  • Account information: Until you delete your account
  • Scan history: 30 days for active display, longer for progress tracking
  • Password reset tokens: 1 hour (then automatically deleted)
  • Usage analytics: Aggregated data may be retained indefinitely

6. Third-Party Services

BiasFilter integrates with the following third-party services:

  • OpenAI: AI text analysis for bias detection
  • SendGrid: Email delivery for password reset notifications
  • Emergent Integrations: AI service management and billing

These services have their own privacy policies which govern their use of your data.

7. Cookies and Tracking

BiasFilter uses essential cookies for authentication and session management. We also use localStorage to maintain your login state. For detailed information about our cookie usage, please see our Cookies Policy.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Delete your account and associated data
  • Export your data in a portable format
  • Withdraw consent for data processing
  • Object to automated decision-making

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of BiasFilter constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:admin@bwgela.com

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