Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Silicor.ai ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website silicor.ai (the "Site") or use our chip design services and tools (collectively, the "Services").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By accessing or using our Site or Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by all the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy, please do not use our Site or Services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

• Fill out contact forms on our Site
• Request information about our Services
• Subscribe to our newsletter or communications
• Register for an account
• Communicate with us via email or other channels

This information may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Company name
• Job title
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Any other information you choose to provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Site, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Referring website addresses
• Pages viewed and time spent on pages
• Access times and dates
• Device identifiers

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until deleted).

Types of cookies we may use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Site to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our Site
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing Cookies: Track your browsing habits to deliver relevant advertising

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our Site.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Services: Including processing requests, delivering chip design services and tools, and providing customer support
• To communicate with you: Responding to inquiries, sending service-related notices, and providing information about our Services
• To improve our Services: Analyzing usage patterns, conducting research and development, and enhancing user experience
• Marketing and promotional purposes: Sending newsletters, updates, and promotional materials (with your consent where required)
• Legal compliance: Complying with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes
• Security and fraud prevention: Protecting against unauthorized access, maintaining data security, and preventing fraudulent activities
• Business operations: Managing our business relationships and fulfilling contractual obligations

4. Legal Basis for Processing (EEA and UK Visitors)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Consent: You have given clear consent for us to process your personal data for specific purposes
• Contract: Processing is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations to you
• Legal obligation: Processing is necessary to comply with applicable laws
• Legitimate interests: Processing is necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided these do not override your fundamental rights and freedoms

5. How We Share Your Information

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

5.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Cloud hosting providers
• Email service providers
• Analytics services
• Customer relationship management (CRM) platforms
• Payment processors (if applicable)

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes for which it was disclosed.

5.2 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and the choices you may have regarding your information.

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or government agencies).

5.4 Protection of Rights

We may disclose information to:

• Enforce our terms and conditions
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
• Prevent fraud or illegal activity

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Our retention practices include:

• Contact Information: Retained while you maintain an active relationship with us and for a reasonable period thereafter
• Account Data: Retained for the duration of your account plus any period required for legal compliance
• Technical Data: Typically retained for up to 2 years unless required for longer periods for security or legal purposes
• Marketing Data: Retained until you opt out or request deletion

When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies and applicable laws.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Rights for California Residents (CCPA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:

• Know: Request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you
• Delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
• Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your privacy rights

7.2 Rights for EEA and UK Residents (GDPR)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), EEA and UK residents have the right to:

• Access: Request access to your personal data
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data
• Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data ("right to be forgotten")
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing your personal data
• Data Portability: Request transfer of your personal data to another service provider
• Object: Object to processing of your personal data
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
• Lodge a Complaint: File a complaint with your local data protection authority

7.3 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at info@silicor.ai or use the contact information provided in Section 13 below. We will respond to your request within the timeframes required by applicable law (typically 30-45 days).

We may need to verify your identity before processing your request. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

8. International Data Transfers

Silicor.ai is based in the United States. If you are accessing our Site or Services from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries where our service providers operate.

These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those of your country. By using our Site or Services, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries.

For EEA and UK residents, we implement appropriate safeguards for international data transfers, including:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
• Ensuring adequate levels of data protection with our service providers

9. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical security measures designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Access controls and authentication procedures
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, applications, or services that are not owned or controlled by Silicor.ai. This Privacy Policy does not apply to such third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party sites.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Site and Services are not intended for children under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 16 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information as soon as possible.

If you believe we have collected information from a child under 16, please contact us immediately at info@silicor.ai.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated Privacy Policy on our Site
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy
• Sending you an email notification (if you have provided your email address)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of our Site or Services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Email: info@silicor.ai

For EEA and UK residents, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer at: info@silicor.ai

14. Additional Information for Specific Jurisdictions

14.1 California "Shine the Light" Law

California Civil Code Section 1798.83 permits California residents to request certain information regarding our disclosure of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes. To make such a request, please contact us at info@silicor.ai.

14.2 Nevada Residents

Nevada residents have the right to opt out of the sale of certain covered information collected by operators of websites or online services. We do not sell your covered information as defined under Nevada law. If you have questions, please contact us at info@silicor.ai.

14.3 Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our Site does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals or similar mechanisms.