Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 18th, 2026
Last Updated: March 18th, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Tesseract Research (“Tesseract Research,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, stores, shares, and protects information when you visit our website, purchase our digital products, use our services, communicate with us, or interact with any GPTs, AI tools, automations, or similar tools we make available.We aim to keep this policy clear, practical, and proportional to how we actually operate as a small, independent business. We take privacy seriously, especially where client information may involve sensitive financial, portfolio, watchlist, holdings, research, or strategy-related information.If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our website, products, services, or AI tools.
1. Who We Are
Tesseract Research is an independent business offering research-related digital products, workflows, analytical tools, educational resources, and related services.For privacy questions or requests, you can contact us at:Email: contact@researchtester.com
2. What This Policy Covers
This Privacy Policy applies to information collected through:our website and related pages;digital products we sell or distribute;services, consulting, or research engagements;email or other direct communications with us;GPTs, AI tools, custom GPTs, automations, or similar tools we provide or make available;external APIs, processors, or service providers used in connection with those offerings.This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, platforms, payment processors, or services that we do not control, even if our website or tools link to them or interact with them.
3. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of information.
A. Contact and Identity Information
This may include:your name;email address;billing information;business or firm name, if applicable;any contact information you choose to provide.
B. Account, Purchase, and Transaction Information
If you buy a product or service from us, we may collect or receive information such as:product or service purchased;order details;billing or transaction status;limited payment-related details made available to us by payment processors.We do not intend to store full payment card details ourselves unless expressly stated otherwise. Payment processing may be handled by third-party providers.
C. Communications and Support Information
If you contact us, send us documents, request support, or engage us for a service, we may collect:your messages and inquiries;attachments and submitted materials;support history;service preferences;follow-up communications.
D. Client Materials and Research Information
Depending on the product or service, we may receive or process materials such as:portfolio information;holdings data;watchlists;position sizing information;research notes;memos;investment criteria;screening logic;internal documents;uploaded files and prompts.We treat these categories as highly sensitive and business-confidential.
E. Website and Usage Information
When you visit our website or use our tools, we may collect technical and usage data such as:IP address;browser type;device information;pages viewed;timestamps;referring pages;approximate location information inferred from technical data;usage patterns and interaction data.This helps us operate, secure, and improve the website and services.
F. AI / GPT / Tool Interaction Information
If you use a GPT, AI assistant, automation, or custom workflow we provide, we may process:prompts you enter;uploaded files;requested tickers, company names, or symbols;instructions you provide to the tool;outputs generated in response.Where external APIs or third-party AI services are used, relevant portions of that information may be transmitted to those providers in order to fulfill the request.
4. Sensitive and Confidential Financial Information
We understand that certain client information can be especially sensitive, including:holdings;portfolio size;portfolio composition;watchlists;trade ideas;investment theses;due diligence materials;internal research workflows;client-specific strategy information.We treat this information as confidential and do not sell, rent, or voluntarily disclose it to other clients, competitors, or unrelated third parties. We continue to treat such information as confidential after an engagement ends, subject only to:your own instructions or consent;essential service providers acting on our behalf;legal, regulatory, or enforcement obligations;protection of our rights, safety, systems, or business.
5. How We Use Information
We may use information for the following purposes:
A. To Provide Products and Services
Including to:deliver digital products;fulfill purchases;provide research-related services;respond to support requests;operate GPTs, automations, or AI tools;generate outputs requested by you.
B. To Communicate With You
Including to:reply to inquiries;provide support;send operational notices;deliver updates relevant to your purchase or service;communicate about product access, fulfillment, or account issues.
C. To Improve and Maintain Our Business
Including to:improve product quality;improve workflows and user experience;debug issues;analyze usage trends;protect the security and reliability of our systems.
D. To Protect the Business and Users
Including to:detect abuse, misuse, fraud, or unauthorized access;investigate suspicious activity;protect confidential information and system integrity.
E. To Comply With Legal Obligations
Including to:comply with applicable laws;respond to lawful requests;enforce our terms and protect our rights.
6. AI Tools, GPTs, External APIs, and Third-Party Processing
Some of our products or services may rely on third-party providers, including providers for:AI model access;GPT tools or actions;external APIs;hosting;analytics;email delivery;file storage;payment processing;research or market-data integrations.If you use a GPT, AI workflow, automation, or related tool we provide, relevant parts of your request may be sent to external providers as needed to perform the requested function. This may include prompts, uploaded files, ticker symbols, company names, and related instructions.We aim to limit disclosures to what is reasonably necessary for the requested task.We do not control the independent privacy or data-handling practices of third-party providers. Their own terms and privacy policies may apply to data processed through their services.
7. How We Share Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information.We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:
A. Service Providers
We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate the business, such as providers of:hosting;email delivery;payments;document storage;analytics;AI and API infrastructure;technical support.These providers may process information on our behalf and are expected to use it only for the services they provide to us.
B. With Your Direction or Consent
We may share information where you instruct us to do so or clearly consent.
C. Legal, Safety, and Enforcement Reasons
We may disclose information if reasonably necessary to:comply with law or legal process;respond to lawful government requests;enforce our rights or agreements;protect our users, systems, business, or the public.
D. Business Reorganization
If the business is reorganized, merged, transferred, or sold, information may be transferred as part of that transaction, subject to applicable legal requirements.
8. Data Retention
We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including:providing purchased products or services;maintaining records of transactions;supporting clients;preserving business and tax records;protecting legal rights;complying with legal obligations.Sensitive client materials and confidential research information are not retained longer than reasonably necessary for the purpose for which they were provided, unless continued retention is needed for legitimate operational, contractual, legal, or security reasons.When appropriate, we may delete, anonymize, or archive information.
9. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information from unauthorized access, misuse, loss, alteration, or disclosure.These measures may include, where appropriate:access controls;limited-access workflows;provider-level security features;secure credential handling;restricted sharing practices;encryption or encrypted transmission where supported by the services we use.No method of transmission, storage, or processing is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Confidentiality of Client Materials
Where you provide documents, portfolio information, research materials, or other sensitive business or investment information, we treat those materials as confidential. We do not intentionally share them outside the scope of the relevant product, service, or support process except:with your permission or instruction;with essential service providers acting on our behalf;as required by law;to protect rights, systems, or safety.This confidentiality expectation continues after the end of an engagement, subject to the same exceptions.
11. Cookies and Similar Technologies
Our website may use cookies, analytics tools, or similar technologies to:operate the website;remember preferences;understand usage patterns;improve performance and user experience;support security and troubleshooting.You may be able to manage cookies through your browser settings. Disabling some cookies may affect website functionality.
12. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location and the nature of our relationship with you, you may have rights such as:requesting access to certain personal information we hold;requesting correction of inaccurate information;requesting deletion of certain information;requesting restriction of certain processing;objecting to certain uses of your information;opting out of marketing communications.To make a request, contact us at:contact@researchtesseract.comWe may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests. We may also decline requests where permitted by law, including where we must retain information for legitimate business or legal reasons.
13. Email Communications
If you provide your email address, we may use it to:respond to inquiries;deliver products or service-related communications;provide updates relevant to your purchase or usage;send marketing communications where allowed.You may opt out of non-essential promotional emails at any time by using the unsubscribe link, where available, or by contacting us directly.
14. Children’s Privacy
Our website, products, and services are not intended for children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through our services. If you believe a child has provided information to us, please contact us and we will review the matter.
15. International Processing
Depending on the tools, platforms, and service providers used, information may be processed or stored in jurisdictions outside your own. By using our services, you acknowledge that such processing may occur, subject to the safeguards and contractual arrangements we choose to implement where appropriate.
16. Third-Party Links and Services
Our website or tools may contain links to third-party websites, services, or platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy, security, or content practices of those third parties. You should review their own terms and privacy policies before using them.
17. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our business, products, providers, legal obligations, or data practices.When we update it, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website, products, or services after an update means you acknowledge the revised version.
18. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or privacy-related requests, you can contact us at:contact@researchtesseract.com
