Last Updated: August 1, 2025
About MacroScope
MacroScope, developed by Billie Cooperative, is a research coordination platform that helps research teams manage projects, collaborate, and track progress.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: Username, email address, password (encrypted)
- Profile Information: Bio, profile picture, research interests
- Research Data: Project details, group information, task lists, file uploads
- Communication Data: Messages and interactions within research groups
Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: App interactions, features used, session duration
- Device Information: Device type, operating system, app version
- Log Data: Error logs, crash reports (anonymized)
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and improve MacroScope services
- Enable collaboration within research groups
- Sync data across your devices
- Send important service notifications
- Provide customer support
- Ensure app security and prevent abuse
Information Sharing
We Do Not Sell Your Data
We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties.
Limited Sharing
We may share information only in these circumstances:
- With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing
- Research Group Members: Project data is shared within your research groups
- Service Providers: Trusted third parties who help operate our service (Supabase for data storage)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
Data Storage and Security
- Storage: Your data is securely stored using Supabase infrastructure
- Encryption: Passwords are encrypted, data transmitted over HTTPS
- Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can view your data
- Retention: We retain your data while your account is active or as needed
Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control
- View and update your profile information anytime
- Delete projects and files you've uploaded
- Leave research groups at any time
- Request account deletion
Communications
- Essential service emails cannot be opted out of while using MacroScope
- You control notifications within the app settings
Children's Privacy
MacroScope is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
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.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@macroscope.info
- Developer: Billie Cooperative
California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Please contact us to exercise these rights.
European Privacy Rights
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Please contact us to exercise these rights.