Privacy Policy

1. Overview

HeuristixAI ("we", "our", or "us") operates the website at heuristixai.com. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data transparently.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us through our contact and internship application forms:

• Full name and email address
• Your message or application content
• LinkedIn or portfolio URLs (if provided)
• Role preference (for internship applications)

We do not collect any payment information, sensitive personal data, or require account registration on this website.

3. How We Use Your Information

Information you submit through our forms is used solely to:

• Respond to your message or inquiry
• Review and process internship applications
• Contact you regarding research collaborations or partnerships

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

4. Form Submissions (Formspree)

Our contact and application forms are powered by Formspree (formspree.io). When you submit a form, your data is processed by Formspree and forwarded to us via email. Formspree may store submission data on their servers. Please review Formspree's Privacy Policy for details on how they handle your data.

5. Cookies & Tracking

This website does not use tracking cookies, advertising cookies, or third-party analytics services. We do not track your browsing behaviour across other websites. A theme preference cookie (dark/light mode) may be stored locally in your browser; this contains no personal information.

6. External Links

Our website links to external platforms including ResearchGate, HuggingFace, LinkedIn, and Instagram. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies before submitting any personal information.

7. Data Retention

We retain form submission data only for as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry or evaluate your application. If you would like your data removed, please contact us at hello@heuristixai.com and we will action your request promptly.

8. Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us and we will delete it.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected with an updated "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact

For any privacy-related questions or data removal requests, contact us at: hello@heuristixai.com