Scite — privacy & data policy

Provider: Scite. PromptPrivacy score: 46/100. Last verified October 18, 2026.

What happens to your data?

Research Solutions collects account details, browsing history, and contact information to provide services, process orders, and manage client accounts. Data is shared with internal subsidiaries, hosting and IT vendors, payment processors, and legal advisers under strict contractual terms. Personal information is not sold to third parties.

Does it train on your data?

Not specified. The policy does not mention AI model training on user inputs, prompts, or uploaded research content.

Can you opt out?

Yes, you can opt out of promotional communications using links in emails, adjust cookie settings through your browser, or use third-party tools to opt out of analytics tracking. To delete or access personal data, you must submit an email request to customer support.

Data retention

Personal information is retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the operational purposes for which it was collected, satisfy corporate compliance, manage litigation and tax requirements, and comply with applicable laws.

Encryption & security

Not specified in technical detail. The policy notes that reasonable technical and organizational measures are in place to safeguard personal information, but does not detail encryption in transit, encryption at rest, or third-party certifications.

Is it safe for work?

Yes, for standard business and academic research purposes. The service caters to institutional and government clients, limits data collection mainly to professional contact information, and prohibits service providers from selling personal data.

Source policy: https://www.researchsolutions.com/privacy-policy