Private Policy
- Last Updated: 1 August 2025
- Company Name: ScholarlyProof
- Website: Website: www.scholarlyproof.co.za
- ScholarlyProof is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our services or interact with our website.
- 1. Information We Collect
- We may collect the following types of personal data:
- Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (if provided)
- Uploaded Files: Documents submitted for proofreading or editing
- Payment Information: Processed securely via trusted third-party payment gateways (we do not store payment card details)
- Communication Records: Emails or messages exchanged with our team
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and device info (via cookies)
- 2. How We Use Your Information
- We use your information to:
- Provide and manage our services
- Improve the functionality of our website and services
- Comply with legal or regulatory requirements
- 3. Document Confidentiality
- All documents submitted to ScholarlyProof are treated as strictly confidential. We do not share, resell, or publish any part of your work. Files are only accessed by authorized staff working on your project.
- 4. Third-Party Services
- We may use trusted third-party tools for certain functions:
- Plagiarism Checkers: For clients who request this service
- Payment Gateways: For secure online payments
- Email Services: To communicate with you
- These providers are carefully selected and adhere to industry privacy and security standards.
- 5. Data Storage and Security
- We take data protection seriously and use secure methods to store your information:
- Access to client data is restricted to essential personnel only
- Our website uses SSL encryption
- 6. Cookies
- We may use cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies help us analyze traffic and improve site performance. You can disable cookies in your browser settings if you prefer.
- 7. Your Rights
- You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent for us to use your data (subject to legal or contractual obligations)
- To exercise your rights, contact us at help@scholarlyproof.co.za.
- 8. Changes to This Policy
- We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review it regularly.
- 9. Contact Us
- If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please contact us at:
- help@scholarlyproof.co.za
- www.scholarlyproof.co.za