Last updated: August 2025
At Factssay, we prioritize transparency and your trust. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit or interact with our platform. By using our website, you agree to the practices described below.
- Who We Are
Factssay is an independent science and research-focused platform dedicated to delivering verified, evidence-based content. We are committed to protecting your privacy as you explore fact-checked knowledge across technology, science, and society.
- Data We Collect
Registration Data
When you sign up or comment, we collect your:
- Name
- Email address
- Public profile info (if any)
Browsing Data
We use analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to gather non-personal data such as:
- Browser type
- Time on site
- Pages visited
This helps us improve user experience without identifying individuals.
Submission & Interaction
When you submit a form, contact us, or upload content:
- We may store your submission for customer service and research purposes.
We do not use your data for marketing unless you explicitly opt in.
- Why We Use Your Data
We use your information to:
- Verify account identity
- Improve content quality
- Ensure platform security
- Respond to support queries
- Analyze reader engagement with articles and videos
We do not sell or share your personal data for advertising purposes.
- Cookies & Tracking
Factssay uses essential cookies to:
- Authenticate sessions
- Save user preferences
- Enable secure login
We also use anonymized cookies via:
- Google Analytics (for site usage stats)
- Embedded videos (YouTube)
You may disable cookies anytime in your browser settings.
- Third-Party Services
We carefully choose privacy-compliant services such as:
- Google Analytics (anonymous insights)
- YouTube (embedded content)
- Cloudflare (security and speed)
These services may collect limited data per their privacy policies. We ensure no tracking or cookies are activated until you provide consent.
- Data Security
We use:
- SSL encryption
- Secure server infrastructure
- Access control for administrators
If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected users and take necessary steps to restore security.
- Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access or update your data
- Request deletion of your data
- Withdraw consent anytime
- Know how your data is being used
To make such a request, please email us at: privacy@factssay.com
- Data Retention
We retain user data only as long as necessary:
- User profiles: Until deleted by user
- Comments & submissions: Until removal is requested
- Analytics: Anonymous and aggregate data only
- Legal Disclosure
We may share data only if required by:
- Law enforcement
- Legal disputes
- Fraud investigations
This will always be done in accordance with local and international law.
- Contact Us
If you have questions about your privacy or this policy, reach out: