Privacy Policy

Introduction

SCIVYT Research Technologies Private Limited is committed to protecting the privacy and security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our platforms (including YETZU, Submit Right, VITUOR, Beentu AI, and Nationcite), or engage with our services.

By accessing or using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personally identifiable information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to:

• Name, email address, phone number, and postal address
• Academic credentials, institutional affiliation, and professional information
• ORCID iD and other research identifiers
• Payment and billing information for paid services
• Manuscripts, research documents, and academic content submitted through our platforms
• Profile information, including photographs and biographical details

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our services, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address, browser type, and operating system
• Device identifiers and usage data
• Pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns
• Referring website addresses and clickstream data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Research and Academic Data

For platforms like Nationcite and VITUOR, we collect and process publicly available research data, publication records, citation metrics, and institutional affiliations from authorized bibliometric databases and open access repositories.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide, operate, and maintain our educational and research platforms
• To process academic services, including manuscript editing, submission support, and publication services
• To facilitate mentorship programs, cohort management, and learning workflows through YETZU
• To generate research profiles, institutional analytics, and impact metrics on Nationcite
• To process peer review submissions and publish research in VITUOR
• To provide AI-assisted writing support through Beentu AI while maintaining academic integrity
• To communicate with you about services, updates, and administrative matters
• To process payments and manage billing
• To analyze usage patterns and improve our platforms
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We engage trusted third-party vendors for payment processing, cloud hosting, analytics, and email services who are contractually obligated to protect your data.
• Academic Partners: With your consent, we may share information with institutions, mentors, or collaborators involved in your learning or research journey.
• Public Research Databases: Research profiles and publications on Nationcite and VITUOR may be publicly accessible as part of our mission to enhance research visibility.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, safety, or the rights of others.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure server infrastructure and regular security audits
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Regular backup and disaster recovery protocols

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Research data, publications, and academic records may be retained indefinitely for archival and scholarly purposes.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a structured, machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing activities
• Withdrawal: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@scivyt.com.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our services.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our platforms may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with external services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

International Data Transfers

SCIVYT operates globally with offices in India, Kyrgyzstan, and the United States. Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Children's Privacy

Our services are designed for educational and professional use and are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: