Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 9, 2026
1. Who We Are
Plagiarism Checker Plus ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website plagiarismcheckerplus.com (the "Site") and provides plagiarism detection, content originality, and related writing tools (collectively, the "Services").
We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information with care and transparency. If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, you can reach us at: contact@plagiarismcheckerplus.com
2. Scope of This Policy
This Privacy Policy applies to all visitors, registered users, and anyone who interacts with our website, tools, or services. It describes what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use and protect it, and what rights you have over your data.
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy, please discontinue use of the Site.
3. Information We Collect
3.1 Information You Provide Directly
We collect information you voluntarily give us when you:
- Create an account (name, email address, password)
- Submit text or documents for plagiarism checking
- Contact us for support or feedback
- Subscribe to newsletters or updates
- Complete forms or surveys on our Site
3.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit or use our Site, certain technical information is collected automatically, including:
- IP address (which may be approximate or truncated)
- Browser type, version, and language settings
- Operating system and device type
- Pages visited, time spent, and clickstream data
- Referring URLs and exit pages
- Crash logs, error reports, and performance metrics
This information helps us operate, secure, and improve the Site.
3.3 Information from Third Parties
We may receive limited data from third-party service providers such as payment processors, analytics platforms, and cloud infrastructure providers. These parties act on our behalf under written agreements and are not permitted to use your data for their own independent purposes.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and improve the Services
- To process account registration and authenticate users
- To analyze submitted content for plagiarism and originality
- To respond to your support requests and communications
- To send service-related notifications and updates
- To detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, abuse, or security incidents
- To comply with applicable laws and legal obligations
- To perform analytics and understand how users interact with our platform
- To send optional marketing emails (you may opt out at any time)
We do not use your submitted content to train AI models or share it with third parties for commercial purposes without your explicit consent.
5. Submitted Content and User Data
When you submit text or documents for plagiarism checking, that content is processed solely to deliver the analysis results to you. We treat submitted content with strict confidentiality and do not:
- Store submitted text longer than necessary to complete your request
- Share your submitted content with other users
- Use your submitted content to build databases or train third-party systems
If you have a registered account, we may retain result histories to allow you to access past scans. You can request deletion of this data at any time by contacting us.
8. Data Retention
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, including providing the Services, complying with legal obligations, and resolving disputes. When data is no longer required, we delete or anonymize it using appropriate technical and organizational measures.
You may also request early deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at contact@plagiarismcheckerplus.com.
9. Data Security
We take the security of your information seriously. We implement administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards including:
- Encryption of data in transit using TLS/HTTPS
- Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only
- Regular monitoring for unauthorized access or suspicious activity
- Secure coding practices to prevent common vulnerabilities
No system is completely immune to security risks. In the event of a data breach that is likely to affect your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by applicable law.
10. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will delete that information promptly.
If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us at contact@plagiarismcheckerplus.com and we will take immediate action.
11. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
11.1 All Users
- Access: You may request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction: You may request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
- Opt-Out: You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time via the link in those emails or by contacting us directly.
11.2 EEA, UK, and Switzerland (GDPR/UK GDPR)
If you are located in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have additional rights under the GDPR or equivalent legislation, including:
- The right to restrict processing of your personal data
- The right to data portability
- The right to object to processing based on our legitimate interests
- The right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing
- The right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
11.3 California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
California residents have the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete it, the right to correct it, and the right to opt out of any "sale" or "sharing" of personal information. We do not sell personal information for monetary consideration.
To exercise any of your rights, please contact us at contact@plagiarismcheckerplus.com. We will verify your identity and respond within the timeframe required by law.
12. International Data Transfers
Our servers and operations may be based in countries outside your own. By using our Services, you acknowledge that your information may be transferred to and processed in countries that may have different data protection standards than your home country.
Where required by law (such as under the GDPR), we use appropriate transfer mechanisms including Standard Contractual Clauses to ensure your data receives adequate protection.
13. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those sites.
14. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or services. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you by email or a notice on our Site.
Your continued use of the Services after any changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Plagiarism Checker Plus
Website: plagiarismcheckerplus.com
Email: contact@plagiarismcheckerplus.com
We are committed to resolving any privacy concerns promptly and fairly. If you are located in the EU/UK and are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to contact your local supervisory authority.