Privacy Policy

About Our Service

Introduction

Welcome to AllTrueFact.com ("we," "our," or "us"), a platform dedicated to determining the factuality of information using artificial intelligence. At AllTrueFact.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

This Privacy Policy is designed to help you understand how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you use our website and services. We recognize the importance of maintaining the confidentiality of your information and are dedicated to fostering trust by being transparent about our data practices.

Our AI-powered fact-checking service requires certain information to function effectively, but we believe in collecting only what is necessary and using it responsibly. We strive to balance the need for data to improve our services with our commitment to protecting your privacy rights.

By using AllTrueFact.com, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. We encourage you to read this document carefully to understand how we handle your information. If you have any questions or concerns about our privacy practices, please don't hesitate to contact us using the information provided at the end of this policy.

This Privacy Policy applies to all services offered by AllTrueFact.com and any associated applications or platforms. It may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements, so we recommend reviewing it regularly.

Information Collection

At AllTrueFact.com, we collect various types of information to provide and improve our AI-powered fact-checking services. This section outlines the kinds of data we collect and how we obtain it.

Types of Information Collected:

1. Personal Information:

   • Name (if provided)
   • Email address
   • User account details (if you create an account)
   • Profile information (if you choose to provide it)

2. Usage Data:

   • IP address
   • Browser type and version
   • Operating system
   • Date and time of visits
   • Pages viewed and interactions with the site
   • Referring website addresses

3. Content Information:

   • Claims or statements submitted for fact-checking
   • Any additional context provided with submissions

4. Communication Data:

   • Correspondence sent to us (e.g., emails, chat logs)
   • Feedback or survey responses

How We Collect Information:

1. Direct Collection:

   • Information you provide when creating an account or profile
   • Data you input when submitting claims for fact-checking
   • Information shared through our contact forms or customer support channels

2. Automated Collection:

   • Cookies and similar tracking technologies
   • Server logs
   • Analytics tools

3. AI Processing:

   • Our AI systems analyze the content you submit for fact-checking
   • We may collect metadata about the AI's decision-making process

4. Third-Party Sources:

   • We may receive information from third-party services integrated with our platform
   • Public databases or sources may be used to cross-reference submitted claims

We strive to collect only the information necessary to provide our services effectively. You can choose not to provide certain information, but this may limit your ability to use some features of our site.

Our AI systems are designed to focus on the factual content of submissions rather than personal details. However, if you include personal information in your submissions, it may be processed as part of our fact-checking service.

We are committed to being transparent about our data collection practices and to protecting your privacy. If you have any questions about the information we collect, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this policy.

Use of Information

At AllTrueFact.com, we are committed to using the information we collect responsibly and transparently. This section outlines how we utilize the data we gather to provide and improve our AI-powered fact-checking services.

How We Use Your Information:

1. Provide and Maintain Our Services:

   • Process and respond to your fact-checking requests
   • Manage your account and provide customer support
   • Ensure the technical functioning of our platform

2. Improve and Personalize Our Services:

   • Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
   • Develop new features and functionalities
   • Personalize content and recommendations

3. Communicate With You:

   • Send administrative messages and updates
   • Respond to your inquiries and support requests
   • Provide information about new features or services (with your consent)

4. Ensure Security and Prevent Fraud:

   • Detect and prevent fraudulent activities
   • Protect the security of our platform and users
   • Comply with legal obligations

5. Research and Analytics:

   • Conduct research to improve our AI algorithms
   • Analyze trends in fact-checking requests
   • Generate aggregated, non-identifying insights about information accuracy

AI Processing of User-Submitted Content:

Our AI systems process the content you submit for fact-checking. This involves:

• Analyzing the text of submitted claims
• Cross-referencing claims with our database of verified information
• Generating factuality assessments based on available data
• Continuously learning from new submissions to improve accuracy (using anonymized data)

We do not use personal information for AI training beyond what is necessary for improving our fact-checking capabilities. Our AI systems are designed to focus on the content of claims rather than the identity of the submitter.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Compliance):

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your information based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: When you have given explicit permission for specific uses of your data
• Contractual Necessity: To provide the services you've requested
• Legitimate Interests: When processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, provided these interests don't override your fundamental rights and freedoms
• Legal Obligation: When we need to comply with a legal or regulatory obligation

We are committed to using your information responsibly and only for the purposes outlined in this policy. If you have any questions about how we use your information, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Data Storage and Security

At AllTrueFact.com, we take the security and protection of your data seriously. This section outlines our practices for storing and safeguarding the information we collect.

Data Storage:

• Your personal information is kept for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
• User accounts and associated data are retained until deleted by the user or after a prolonged period of inactivity.

Data Security Measures:

We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information:

• Encryption: All data transmitted between your device and our servers is encrypted using SSL technology.
• Access Control: We restrict access to personal information to employees, contractors, and agents who need to know that information in order to operate, develop, or improve our services.
• Regular Security Audits: We conduct regular reviews of our information collection, storage, and processing practices, including physical security measures, to guard against unauthorized access to systems.
• Secure User Authentication: We use industry-standard practices for secure login and authentication to protect your account.

Data Retention:

We retain different types of data for varying periods:

• Account Information: Retained until you delete your account or request data deletion.
• Submitted Claims: Stored for 5 years to improve our AI systems and maintain a record of our services.
• Usage Data: Kept for 2 years for analytical purposes.
• Communication Records: Retained for 3 years to provide customer support and maintain service quality.

Data Breach Procedures:

In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will:

• Notify affected users promptly, as required by applicable laws.
• Provide information about the nature of the breach and steps taken to address it.
• Offer guidance on protecting yourself from potential harmful effects of the breach.

Your Responsibilities:

While we implement strong security measures, the security of your account also depends on you:

• Keep your login credentials confidential and use a strong, unique password.
• Log out of your account after using shared computers.
• Notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access to your account.

Despite our best efforts, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

If you have any questions about the security of your personal information, you can contact us at [insert contact information].

Information Sharing and Disclosure

At AllTrueFact.com, we understand the importance of your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This section outlines the circumstances under which we may share or disclose your data.

We Do Not Sell Your Personal Information

We want to assure you that we do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

Circumstances for Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following situations:

1. With Service Providers:

   We may share your information with third-party service providers who help us operate our website, conduct our business, or service you. These providers have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

   • Cloud hosting providers
   • Payment processors
   • Analytics services
   • Customer support tools

2. For Legal Compliance:

   We may disclose your information where required to do so by law or subpoena or if we believe that such action is necessary to:

   • Comply with a legal obligation
   • Protect and defend our rights or property
   • Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service
   • Protect the personal safety of users of the Service or the public
   • Protect against legal liability

3. Business Transfers:

   If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice on our Website of any change in ownership or uses of your personal information.

4. With Your Consent:

   We may share your information with third parties when we have your explicit consent to do so.

5. Aggregated or Non-identifiable Data:

   We may share aggregated or non-personally identifiable information with our partners or publicly. This data cannot be used to identify you.

International Data Transfers

Your information, including personal data, may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ from those of your jurisdiction.

If you are located outside [your country] and choose to provide information to us, please note that we transfer the data, including personal data, to [your country] and process it there.

Data Protection Rights

We respect your privacy rights and provide you with reasonable access and rights to the personal data that you may have provided through your use of the Services. If you wish to access or amend any personal data we hold about you, or to request that we delete or transfer any information about you that we have obtained, you may contact us as set out in the "Contact Us" section.

Changes to This Policy

We may update our Information Sharing and Disclosure practices from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

If you have any questions about our information sharing practices, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

User Rights and Choices

At AllTrueFact.com, we respect your rights regarding your personal information. This section outlines the choices you have concerning your data and how to exercise these rights.

Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Right to Access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
• Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate or complete information you believe is incomplete.
• Right to Erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
• Right to Object to Processing: You have the right to object to our processing of your personal data, under certain conditions.
• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer the data we have collected to another organization, or directly to you, under certain conditions.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Account Information

You can review and change your personal information by logging into your account and visiting your account profile page.

Communication Preferences

You can opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in these emails. Please note that even if you opt out of promotional communications, we may still send you transactional or administrative messages related to the service.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. If you prefer, you can usually choose to set your browser to remove or reject browser cookies. Please note that if you choose to remove or reject cookies, this could affect the availability and functionality of our services.

Do Not Track

We do not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals. However, you can usually choose to set your browser to remove or reject browser cookies before using AllTrueFact.com, with the drawback that certain features may not function properly without the aid of cookies.

Data Retention

We will retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you wish to cancel your account or request that we no longer use your information to provide you services, contact us using the information in the "Contact Us" section. We will retain and use your information as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Please refer to our California Privacy Notice for more information.

Changes to This Section

We may update our User Rights and Choices practices from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

If you have any questions about your rights or how to exercise them, please don't hesitate to contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

AllTrueFact.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audience is coming from. This section explains how we use these technologies and the choices you have.

What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the owners of the site.

How We Use Cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.
• Analytical/Performance Cookies: These allow us to recognize and count the number of visitors and see how visitors move around our website. This helps us improve the way our website works.
• Functionality Cookies: These are used to recognize you when you return to our website. This enables us to personalize our content for you and remember your preferences.
• Targeting Cookies: These record your visit to our website, the pages you have visited, and the links you have followed. We may use this information to make our website and the advertising displayed on it more relevant to your interests.

Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

• Web Beacons: Small graphic images (also known as "pixel tags" or "clear GIFs") that may be included on our sites and services that typically work in conjunction with cookies to identify our users and user behavior.
• Local Storage: We may use local storage technologies (such as HTML5) to store content information and preferences.

Your Choices Regarding Cookies

You have the ability to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer. If you choose to decline cookies, you may not be able to fully experience the interactive features of our services.

How to Manage Cookies

You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. You can delete all cookies that are already on your computer and you can set most browsers to prevent them from being placed. If you do this, however, you may have to manually adjust some preferences every time you visit a site and some services and functionalities may not work.

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. At this time, we do not respond to browser "Do Not Track" signals, but we continue to review new technologies and may adopt a standard once available.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect, for example, changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons. Please therefore re-visit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.

The date at the top of this Cookie Policy indicates when it was last updated.

More Information

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

Third-Party Links and Services

AllTrueFact.com may contain links to third-party websites and services. This section explains our stance on these external resources and how they relate to your privacy.

External Links

Our website may contain links to other sites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit.

• We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.
• These links are provided for your convenience and do not signify our endorsement of these websites or their content.

Third-Party Services

We may use third-party services to support our website's functionality. These services may collect, use, and share your information to help us provide our services to you.

Examples of third-party services we use include:

• Analytics services: We use services like Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These services may collect information such as how often users visit our site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site.
• Payment processors: If you make a payment on our site, the transaction will be handled by a third-party payment processor. These processors have their own privacy policies governing the information they collect and how they use it.
• Social media features: Our site may include features from social media platforms, such as the Facebook Like button or Twitter sharing widgets. These features may collect your IP address and which page you are visiting on our site, and may set a cookie to enable the feature to function properly.

Data Collection by Third Parties

Please be aware that these third parties may have their own privacy policies, and we do not accept any responsibility or liability for these policies or for these third parties' handling of your personal information. Please check these policies before you submit any personal data to these third parties.

Your Interactions with Third-Party Services

Your interactions with these third-party services are governed by the privacy policy of the company providing it. We encourage you to carefully review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

Opting Out

For some third-party services, like analytics, you may be able to opt-out of data collection or use. For example:

• Google Analytics: You can opt-out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Social Media Widgets: You can often control data sharing through privacy settings on the respective social media platforms.

Changes to This Section

We may update our list of third-party services from time to time. We encourage you to review this section periodically for any changes. Changes to this section are effective when they are posted on this page.

If you have any questions about how we interact with third-party services or how these services might affect your privacy, please don't hesitate to contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

Children's Privacy

At AllTrueFact.com, we are committed to protecting the privacy of children who use our site and services. This section explains our practices regarding children's personal information.

Age Restrictions

Our services are not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age.

Information Collection from Children

• We do not knowingly collect, use, or disclose personal information from children under 13 years of age.
• If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under the age of 13, we will take steps to delete the information as soon as possible.

Parental Consent

If we learn that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information and terminate the child's account.

For Parents and Guardians

If you are a parent or guardian and you believe that your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from children without verification of parental consent, we take steps to remove that information from our servers.

COPPA Compliance

Our privacy practices with respect to children's personal information are in compliance with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) in the United States.

Teenagers

For children between the ages of 13 and 18:

• We recommend that minors over the age of 13 ask their parents for permission before sending any information about themselves to anyone over the Internet.
• We encourage parents to teach their children about safe internet use practices.

Educational Use

If AllTrueFact.com is being used in an educational context with users under 13:

• We collect only the necessary information required to provide our educational services.
• We do not use children's personal information for any commercial purposes.
• We comply with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) where applicable.

Changes to Children's Privacy Section

We may update our Children's Privacy practices from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Children's Privacy section on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Children's Privacy practices or need to report an issue related to children's privacy on our platform, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

Changes to the Privacy Policy

At AllTrueFact.com, we are committed to ensuring our privacy policy remains current and accurately reflects our practices. This section explains how and when we might update our privacy policy.

Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Reasons for updates may include:

• Changes in our practices or services
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Feedback from our users
• Improvements in privacy protection measures

Notification of Changes

When we make changes to this privacy policy, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this privacy policy
• Post a notice on our website's homepage or send an email to inform you of any material changes
• Provide a summary of the changes and their effective date

Review of Changes

We encourage you to review this privacy policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this privacy policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

Your Continued Use

Your continued use of AllTrueFact.com after we post any modifications to the privacy policy on this page will constitute your acknowledgment of the modifications and your consent to abide and be bound by the modified privacy policy.

Material Changes

If we make material changes to this policy, we will notify you here, by email, or through a notice on our home page at least 30 days before the changes take effect.

Questions About Changes

If you have any questions or concerns about changes to our privacy policy, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

Previous Versions

For your reference, we keep archived versions of our previous privacy policies. If you wish to access a previous version, please contact us.

Your Rights

Remember, if you do not agree with any changes to the privacy policy, you may discontinue using our services. However, your continued use of our services after the effective date of any changes constitutes your acceptance of the amended privacy policy.

Contact Information

See our contac page: Contact Us

AI-Specific Considerations

At AllTrueFact.com, we use artificial intelligence (AI) to determine the factuality of claims. This section explains how our AI systems work, what data they use, and important considerations regarding AI-driven fact-checking.

How We Use AI

Our AI systems are designed to:

• Analyze submitted claims for factual accuracy
• Cross-reference claims with our database of verified information
• Generate factuality assessments based on available data
• Continuously learn and improve accuracy using anonymized data

Data Used by Our AI

Our AI systems process the following types of data:

• The text of submitted claims
• Contextual information provided with submissions
• Publicly available information for fact-checking
• Anonymized historical data from previous fact-checks

AI Decision-Making Process

Our AI uses complex algorithms to assess factuality. While we strive for accuracy, please note:

• AI assessments are probabilistic and may not be 100% accurate
• The AI's decision-making process can be complex and not always fully explainable
• Human oversight is involved in maintaining and improving our AI systems

Transparency and Explainability

We are committed to transparency in our AI processes:

• We provide general explanations of how our AI reaches its conclusions
• Where possible, we offer insights into the key factors influencing AI decisions
• We acknowledge the limitations and potential biases of our AI systems

Potential Biases and Limitations

We acknowledge that AI systems can have biases and limitations:

• Our AI may have biases reflecting those present in its training data
• The AI's effectiveness may vary depending on the subject matter and context
• We continuously work to identify and mitigate potential biases in our AI systems

Human Oversight and Intervention

While our system is AI-driven, we maintain human oversight:

• Human experts regularly review and validate AI outputs
• Users can contest AI assessments, triggering human review
• We have processes in place for correcting errors in AI assessments

Continuous Improvement

We are committed to improving our AI systems:

• We regularly update our AI models with new verified information
• We incorporate user feedback to refine our AI processes
• We stay informed about advancements in AI ethics and best practices

User Rights Regarding AI Processing

You have certain rights regarding AI processing of your data:

• You can request human review of AI-generated assessments
• You can object to solely automated decision-making in certain circumstances
• You can request information about the logic involved in our AI assessments

Changes to Our AI Systems

We may update our AI systems from time to time. Significant changes to our AI processes will be reflected in updates to this privacy policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of AI or concerns about AI-generated assessments, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

Data Portability

At AllTrueFact.com, we respect your right to control your personal data. This section explains your data portability rights and how you can exercise them.

What is Data Portability?

Data portability is your right to receive the personal data you have provided to us in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. It also includes the right to request that we transmit this data directly to another controller where technically feasible.

Your Data Portability Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Receive a copy of your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format
• Transmit your personal data to another data controller without hindrance from us, where technically feasible
• Request that we transmit your personal data directly to another data controller, where technically feasible

What Data is Covered?

Data portability applies to:

• Personal data you have provided to us directly
• Data generated through your use of our services
• Data we have collected with your consent or for the performance of a contract

How to Request Data Portability

To exercise your right to data portability:

You can contact us directly using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

Response Time

We will respond to your data portability request within 30 days. If we need more time due to the complexity of your request, we will notify you and may extend our response time by up to 60 additional days.

Format of Portable Data

We will provide your portable data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format. Common formats include CSV or JSON files.

Direct Transmission to Another Controller

If you request that we transmit your data directly to another controller, we will do so if it's technically feasible. Please note that we may not be able to transmit data directly in all cases due to technical or security constraints.

Limitations

Please note that the right to data portability does not apply to:

• Derived or inferred data that we have created
• Data processed based on legitimate interests or legal obligations
• Anonymous data or data that does not concern you

Security Measures

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data during transmission and when providing it to you in a portable format.

Costs

We provide data portability services free of charge. However, we reserve the right to charge a reasonable fee for repetitive requests, excessive requests, or when requests are manifestly unfounded or excessive.

Changes to Data Portability Policy

We may update our data portability practices from time to time. Any changes will be reflected in this privacy policy.

Questions

If you have any questions about data portability or need assistance with a data portability request, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

International Data Transfers

AllTrueFact.com operates globally, which means your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. This section explains how we handle international transfers of your data.

Cross-Border Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred to, and processed in, countries other than the country in which you are resident. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.

Data Transfer Impact Assessments

We conduct regular assessments of our data transfer mechanisms to ensure they meet the requirements of applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in the European Union.

Your Rights Regarding International Transfers

You have the right to:

• Request information about the countries where your data is processed
• Obtain a copy of the safeguards we use for international transfers
• Object to certain international transfers in specific circumstances

Limitations on International Transfers

In some cases, we may limit international transfers of sensitive data or implement additional safeguards for such transfers.

Changes to International Transfer Practices

We may update our international data transfer practices from time to time. Any significant changes will be reflected in this privacy policy.

Questions About International Transfers

If you have any questions about our international data transfer practices or wish to obtain more information about the safeguards we use, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we are required to explain the valid legal bases we rely on in order to process your personal information. As such, we may rely on the following legal bases to process your personal data:

1. Consent

We may process your data based on your consent.

• For example, when you agree to receive marketing communications from us or when you opt-in to cookies on our website.
• You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.

2. Performance of a Contract

We may process your personal data when it is necessary for the performance of a contract to which you are a party or to take steps at your request before entering into such a contract.

• For example, when you use our fact-checking services, we process your data to fulfill our obligations under the terms of service.

3. Legitimate Interests

We may process your information when we believe it is necessary for our legitimate interests, such as providing and improving our services, as long as those interests are not outweighed by your rights and interests.

• For example, we may process your data to analyze and improve the accuracy of our AI fact-checking systems.
• We may also process your data for security purposes, to prevent fraud, and to ensure the proper functioning of our services.

4. Legal Obligation

We may process your information where we believe it is necessary for compliance with our legal obligations.

• For example, we may retain certain data to comply with tax laws or respond to legal requests from authorities.

5. Vital Interests

In rare situations, we may process your data to protect your vital interests or those of another person.

• For example, in case of an emergency situation on our premises or through our services.

6. Public Interest

We may process your information when it is necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest.

• For example, if we are mandated to provide fact-checking services for public health information during a pandemic.

Specific Processing Activities

For your reference, here is how we typically apply these legal bases to specific processing activities:

Processing Activity	Legal Basis
User registration	Performance of a Contract
Fact-checking submissions	Performance of a Contract
Sending marketing emails	Consent
Improving our AI systems	Legitimate Interests
Complying with legal requirements	Legal Obligation

Your Rights

Regardless of the legal basis for processing, you retain various rights over your data, including the right to access, rectify, erase, restrict, and object to the processing of your personal information. For more information on how to exercise these rights, please refer to the "User Rights and Choices" section of this policy.

Changes to Legal Bases

If we change the legal basis for processing your information, we will notify you of the change.

Questions

If you have any questions about the legal bases we rely on to process your data, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.

Compliance with Specific Regulations

At AllTrueFact.com, we are committed to complying with data protection and privacy laws applicable to our operations. This section outlines our compliance with specific regulations that may affect our users.

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and where applicable:

• We act as a data controller for personal information collected through our services.
• We provide mechanisms for users to exercise their rights under GDPR, including access, rectification, erasure, and data portability.
• We have implemented appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure data security.
• We conduct data protection impact assessments where required.
• We have appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) who can be contacted at [DPO email address].

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

For California residents:

• We provide specific rights under the CCPA, including the right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold.
• We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA.
• We provide methods for users to opt-out of certain data sharing practices.
• We have implemented "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" links where applicable.

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

In compliance with COPPA:

• Our services are not directed to children under 13 years of age.
• We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
• If we learn that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child under 13, we will promptly delete that information.

Privacy Shield Frameworks

[If applicable] AllTrueFact.com complies with the EU-U.S. and Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield Frameworks as set forth by the U.S. Department of Commerce regarding the collection, use, and retention of personal information transferred from the European Union, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland to the United States.

Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)

For users in Brazil:

• We comply with the requirements of the LGPD, including providing mechanisms for users to exercise their rights under this law.
• We have appointed a Data Protection Officer (DPO) who can be contacted at [DPO email address].

Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA)

For users in Canada:

• We adhere to the fair information principles outlined in PIPEDA.
• We obtain consent for the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information, except where inappropriate.

Other Jurisdictions

We strive to comply with local data protection and privacy laws in all jurisdictions where we operate. If you have specific questions about our compliance in your jurisdiction, please contact us.

Changes in Regulatory Compliance

As laws and regulations change, we may update our practices and this privacy policy. We encourage you to check this section periodically for any updates.

Conflict of Laws

In the event of a conflict between this privacy policy and applicable local laws, we will comply with the applicable local laws.

Questions About Regulatory Compliance

If you have any questions about our compliance with specific regulations or how they may affect your personal information, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section of this privacy policy.