1. Information We Collect

Patent Bar Studio (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects information you provide directly, including your name, email address, and account credentials when you create an account. We also collect study activity data such as progress through chapters, quiz and exam results, flashcard usage, and other interactions with the platform.

We may also collect technical information automatically, including IP address, browser type, device information, and usage analytics through standard web technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain the Patent Bar Studio service, including study tracking and personalized recommendations
• Process your account registration and authenticate your access
• Improve the platform through analytics and usage patterns
• Communicate with you about your account, service updates, and support inquiries
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service providers who assist us in operating the platform (e.g., hosting, authentication, payment processing)
• Legal authorities when required by law or to protect our rights

4. Authentication and Third-Party Services

We support Google Sign-In for authentication. When you sign in with Google, we receive your name and email address from Google. Google’s use of your information is governed by their own privacy policy.

5. Payments

Payments are processed through Stripe, a third-party payment processor. We do not store your full credit card details on our servers. Stripe’s use of your payment information is governed by their privacy policy.

6. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Data Retention

We retain your account information and study data for as long as your account remains active. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, correct, delete, or port your data. To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email below.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the effective date.

10. Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at [email protected].