Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 9, 2026
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we protect it. We use plain language to keep it clear and simple.
referati.ai is a research and writing assistant. You direct the AI to help you with your academic work. You are always in control.
What We Collect
We only collect information needed to provide and improve our service.
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Account Information. When you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile image. This lets us create and secure your account.
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Your Content. We store the conversations you have with the AI and the documents you generate. This allows you to access and continue your work at any time.
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Usage and Device Data. We collect basic information about how you use referati.ai. This includes your IP address, browser type, and device information. It helps us understand how our service performs and where we can improve.
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Payment Information. When you buy credits, our payment processor handles the transaction. We receive metadata like the date and amount of your purchase, but we never see or store your full credit card number.
Why We Collect It
We use your information for specific purposes.
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To Provide the Service. Your account data lets you sign in. Your content is stored so you can work on your projects. Your credit balance is tracked for billing.
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For Support. If you need help, we may look at your account information or usage data to diagnose and solve the problem.
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For Safety and Security. We use data to prevent fraud, protect accounts, and ensure our service is used safely.
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To Improve Our Product. We analyze usage data to understand which features are most helpful. This guides our development.
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To Measure Advertising. We use analytics to see if our advertising campaigns are reaching the right audience.
Who We Share It With (Our Processors)
We work with trusted third-party companies to provide our service. We only share the information they need to perform their function. We do not sell your data.
- Cloud Hosting & Database Providers: To securely store your account information and content in the EU region.
- AI Model Providers: To power the assistant's research and writing capabilities.
- Payment Processors: To securely process your credit purchases.
- Transactional Email Providers: To send you account-related emails, like receipts.
- Plagiarism-Detection Providers: To run the plagiarism check feature when you request it.
- Advertising Analytics Providers: To measure the performance of our ads.
- Fraud-Prevention Providers: To help secure your account and payments.
Cookies & Pixels
Cookies are small files stored on your browser.
- Functional Cookies: These are necessary to make our site work, for example, by keeping you logged in.
- Analytics & Advertising Pixels: These help us understand how you found us and how you use the service. You can manage cookies and tracking pixels in your browser settings.
Data Retention & Deletion
We keep your data for as long as your account is active.
You can delete your account at any time. When you delete your account, your personal information, conversations, and generated documents will be permanently deleted from our systems.
Your Rights
We respect your rights over your personal data.
- Access: You have the right to request a copy of the data we hold about you.
- Correction: You can correct your account information (like your name and profile image) through your Google account.
- Deletion: You have the right to delete your account and all associated data.
- Objection: You can object to us using your data for certain purposes, like marketing analytics.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at support@referati.ai.
International Transfers
Your data is primarily stored and processed on servers located in the European Union. Some of our third-party processors, such as AI model providers, may be located outside the EU. We use legally-approved mechanisms to ensure your data is protected when transferred.
Children's Privacy
referati.ai is intended for university students and is not directed at anyone under the age of 17. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 17.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by email or through a notice in the app.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.
- Email: support@referati.ai
- Operator: Individual Entrepreneur (I/E) Zaza Mzekalashvili, identification code 20001066350, registered in Georgia.