Privacy Policy

Introduction

At Cypher IT Consulting GmbH, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how the Reality Factcheck Browser Add-on and App collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you use our browser extension and mobile application.

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, as well as data generated through your use of the browser add-on and app:

• Account registration information and authentication data
• Web pages and content you request fact-checks for
• Fact-checking queries, searches, and verification history
• User preferences, settings, and browser extension configuration
• Device identifiers, browser type, and app usage analytics
• IP address and approximate location data
• Communication preferences and support inquiries

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain fact-checking services across your browser and devices
• Deliver real-time fact verification and source citations
• Personalize your experience and improve accuracy
• Synchronize data between your browser extension and mobile app
• Analyze usage patterns to improve features and performance
• Send notifications about fact-check results and updates
• Communicate with you about new features, security updates, and product changes
• Ensure security, prevent fraud, and maintain service integrity

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

• Third-party fact-checking databases and verification services
• Analytics providers to understand how you use our services
• Service providers who assist in delivering our products
• Law enforcement or legal authorities when required by law

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes end-to-end encryption for sensitive data, secure transmission protocols, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time, subject to certain legal requirements.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access your personal information held by us
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt-out of marketing communications and analytics
• Request portability of your data in a standard format
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Lodge a complaint with relevant data protection authorities

Browser Extension Specific Privacy

Our browser extension operates with the following privacy considerations:

• We only process web page content when you actively request a fact-check
• Page content is not stored locally or transmitted unless explicitly requested
• You can disable data sync between your browser and mobile app at any time
• Extension permissions are requested transparently and used only as necessary

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at privacy@cypherit.net. We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The date of the latest revision will be indicated at the bottom of this page. Your continued use of the browser add-on and app following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.