Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

1. Introduction

Project Hamburg Research (" we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services, including MapleScholar.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, or use our services:

  • Name and email address
  • Institutional affiliation (if applicable)
  • Communication preferences
  • Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • IP address (anonymized)
  • Pages viewed and time spent
  • Referral source

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and improve our services
  • Respond to your inquiries and requests
  • Send you updates about our programs (with your consent)
  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Protect against fraud and abuse

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., email delivery, analytics)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale
  • With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share your information

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
  • Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise these rights, contact us at info@projecthamburg.com.

7. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Project Hamburg Research

Email: info@projecthamburg.com

EIN: 99-4921180