Privacy Policy
Last updated: 12/3/2025
FiveW is a social platform for researchers, engineers, and builders. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information generated when you interact with our services, including the FiveW website, mobile experiences, and related APIs.
Information We Collect
- Account details: name, email address, affiliation, and profile metadata you share.
- Content you post: papers, comments, reactions, messages, and uploaded assets.
- Usage data: device information, log data, approximate location, and diagnostics.
- Third-party data: information shared from integrated services (e.g., GitHub, arXiv, ORCID).
How We Use Information
- Provide core product functionality, personalization, and feed ranking.
- Support safety, abuse prevention, and compliance with legal obligations.
- Communicate product updates, invitations, and research opportunities.
- Measure engagement, improve relevance, and develop new features.
Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell personal data. We share information only when necessary to operate the platform, comply with the law, protect our users, or complete a corporate transaction. Limited data may be processed by trusted infrastructure and analytics providers under strict contractual controls.
Your Choices
- Update or delete profile information at any time from account settings.
- Export your data by contacting support@fivew.xyz.
- Opt out of marketing communications using the unsubscribe controls.
- Request account deletion via settings or by emailing support@fivew.xyz.
Children
FiveW is intended for researchers aged 16 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16. Parents or guardians who believe their child provided data should contact us for removal.
Contact Us
Questions about this policy can be sent to support@fivew.xyz. We will review and respond within a reasonable timeframe, typically under 30 days.