Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

AgenticSEO.study ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our platform, participate in our research, or interact with our services.

We comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection laws. By using our platform, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

2. Data Controller

The data controller responsible for your personal data is:

3. What Data We Collect

3.1 Account Information

When you create an account, we collect:

• Email address (required for authentication)
• Display name (optional)
• Password (encrypted and never stored in plain text)
• Account creation date and last login timestamp

3.2 Research Survey Data

When you participate in our research survey, we collect:

• Professional role and experience level
• Organization size and type
• Geographic location (country/region)
• SEO tools and technologies you use
• Skills, certifications, and training history
• Attitudes and perceptions about AI in SEO
• Career goals and concerns
• Survey responses and chapter completion status

3.3 Career Assessment Data

When you use our Career Risk Calculator, we collect:

• Technical skills assessment responses
• Task automation vulnerability scores
• Career risk assessment results
• Recommended learning paths and resources

3.4 Course and Learning Data

When you enroll in courses, we collect:

• Course enrollment dates
• Lesson completion progress
• Quiz and assessment scores
• Time spent on lessons
• Resource downloads and access history

3.5 Newsletter and Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect:

• Email address
• Subscription date and preferences
• Email engagement metrics (opens, clicks)

3.6 Technical and Usage Data

We automatically collect certain technical information:

• IP address and approximate location
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referral source (how you found us)
• Click-through patterns and navigation paths

3.7 Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information, see our Cookie Policy.

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

4.1 Research and Analysis

• Conducting academic research on AI's impact on SEO careers
• Analyzing trends in SEO skill development and automation
• Publishing aggregated, anonymized research findings
• Comparing data across geographic regions and organization types

4.2 Platform Functionality

• Providing access to your account and personalized dashboard
• Unlocking resources based on survey completion progress
• Tracking course enrollment and learning progress
• Generating personalized career assessment results
• Recommending relevant tools, courses, and resources

4.3 Communication

• Sending transactional emails (account creation, password resets)
• Notifying you of new resources, tools, and courses
• Sharing research updates and insights
• Responding to your inquiries and support requests
• Sending newsletters (only if you've subscribed)

4.4 Platform Improvement

• Analyzing user behavior to improve UX and content
• Identifying technical issues and bugs
• Testing new features and functionality
• Optimizing page load times and performance

5. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

Under GDPR, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: You have given explicit consent for research participation, newsletter subscriptions, and optional data collection.
• Contract Performance: Processing is necessary to provide platform services you've requested (account access, courses, resources).
• Legitimate Interests: We have legitimate interests in conducting research, improving our platform, and communicating about related services.
• Legal Obligations: We may process data to comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 Who We Share Data With

We may share your data with:

• Research Partners: Aggregated, anonymized data for academic collaboration
• Service Providers: Email delivery (e.g., Resend), hosting (Vercel), database (Supabase), and analytics providers
• Legal Authorities: If required by law, court order, or to protect legal rights

6.2 What We Don't Share

We will never:

• Sell your personal data to third parties
• Share identifiable survey responses with employers or marketers
• Disclose individual assessment results publicly
• Use your data for purposes beyond what's stated in this policy

6.3 International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed and stored in servers located in the European Union and United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and adequacy decisions recognized by the European Commission.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data for the following periods:

• Account Data: Until you delete your account, plus 30 days for backup recovery
• Survey Data: For the duration of the research project (until May 2026), then anonymized for long-term analysis
• Course Progress: As long as your account is active
• Newsletter Data: Until you unsubscribe
• Technical Logs: 90 days maximum
• Anonymized Research Data: Indefinitely for academic purposes

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the following rights:

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@agenticseo.study or use our contact form. We will respond within 30 days.

9. Data Security

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

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Encrypted password storage (bcrypt hashing)
• Secure database access controls (row-level security)
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access logging and monitoring
• Limited employee access to personal data

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

10. Children's Privacy

Our platform is intended for professional adults 18 years or older. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 16 (or applicable age in your jurisdiction). If you believe we've inadvertently collected data from a minor, please contact us immediately.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies for authentication, preferences, and analytics. For detailed information, see our Cookie Policy.

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or platform features. We will notify you of material changes via email or prominent notice on our website. Continued use of our platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or to exercise your data protection rights, contact us: