Privacy & Security

Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

Last updated: September 2025
Version 1.0
Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and contact details when you:

  • Register for an account
  • Subscribe to our newsletter
  • Contact us for support
  • Participate in our research studies

Usage Data

We automatically collect information about how you interact with our platform:

  • Pages visited and time spent
  • Features used and interactions
  • Device information and browser type
  • IP address and location data

Research Data

When you participate in our AI evaluation experiments, we may collect:

  • Your responses to AI model evaluations
  • Feedback and ratings you provide
  • Research-related interactions and data
How We Use Your Information

Platform Improvement

We use your information to improve our AI evaluation platform, develop new features, and enhance user experience.

Research and Development

Your participation in experiments helps advance AI research and contributes to the development of better AI evaluation methodologies.

Communication

We may use your contact information to send you updates about our platform, research findings, and important announcements.

Legal Compliance

We may use your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our terms of service.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Research Partners

We may share anonymized research data with academic institutions and research partners to advance AI evaluation science.

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our platform (hosting, analytics, etc.).

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or the safety of others.

Data Security

Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure data centers and infrastructure

Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services, conduct research, and comply with legal obligations.

Breach Notification

In the unlikely event of a data breach, we will notify affected users promptly and take appropriate remedial actions.

Your Rights

Access and Control

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Opt out of communications
  • Withdraw consent for research participation

Data Portability

You can request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.

Cookies and Tracking

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. We use cookies to improve your experience and analyze platform usage.

Contact Us

To exercise your rights or ask questions about this privacy policy, please contact us using the information below.

Children's Privacy

Age Requirements

Our platform is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

Parental Consent

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Educational Use

For educational purposes, teachers and institutions may use our platform with appropriate parental consent and supervision.

International Data Transfers

Global Operations

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

Data Protection Standards

We maintain consistent data protection standards regardless of where your data is processed, in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are in the European Union, you have additional rights under the GDPR, including the right to data portability and the right to be forgotten.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: privacy@watarilabs.com

Address: Watari Labs, AI Research Division

Response Time: We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours