Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

ReviewBrewery is operated by Distilly Inc. ("we," "us," or "our"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our AI-powered systematic review platform.

2. Information We Collect

Account information

• Name and email address provided during registration.
• Authentication data from third-party sign-in providers (e.g., Google, institutional SSO).

Research data

• Documents and PDFs you upload for systematic review.
• Search queries, screening decisions, and extraction data you create within the Platform.
• Review protocols, risk-of-bias assessments, and synthesis outputs.

Usage data

• Log data such as IP address, browser type, and access times.
• Analytics data about how you interact with the Platform (collected via Google Analytics).

3. How We Use Your Information

• To provide, maintain, and improve the Platform and its features.
• To process your research data through our AI models for screening, extraction, and synthesis.
• To communicate with you about your account, updates, and support requests.
• To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience.
• To comply with legal obligations.

4. How We Process Research Data

Your uploaded documents and research data are processed by AI models to provide screening, data extraction, risk-of-bias assessment, and synthesis features. We do not use your research data to train our AI models. Your research data is processed solely to deliver the service to you.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:

• Service providers — cloud hosting, AI model providers, and analytics services that help us operate the Platform.
• Legal compliance — when required by law, regulation, or legal process.
• Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

6. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure cloud infrastructure. We use encryption in transit (TLS) and at rest to protect your information. For more details on our security practices, see our Security page.

7. Data Retention

We retain your account information and research data for as long as your account is active. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal data and research materials within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction of inaccurate data.
• Request deletion of your data.
• Export your data in a portable format.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

To exercise these rights, contact us at help@reviewbrewery.app.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We also use Google Analytics to understand how researchers use the Platform. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

10. Children's Privacy

ReviewBrewery is not intended for use by individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or through the Platform. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates the most recent revision.

12. Contact

Questions about this Privacy Policy? Contact us at help@reviewbrewery.app.