EssayPass Academic Integrity & AI Ethics Policy

Introduction

At EssayPass, we believe that Artificial Intelligence should empower students, not replace the learning process. We are committed to building tools that act as 24/7 study assistants—helping you overcome writer's block, master citation formats, and refine your arguments.

We strictly oppose academic dishonesty, plagiarism, and the use of our tools for "contract cheating." This policy outlines the responsible use of EssayPass to ensure you maintain high ethical standards in your academic journey.

Our Core Philosophy: "Assistant, Not Substitute"

We build our AI models based on a simple principle: Human Agency.

The student must remain the pilot; AI is simply the co-pilot.

  • We Do: Help you generate outlines, brainstorm topic ideas, correct grammar, and format citations automatically.
  • We Do Not: Endorse submitting AI-generated text directly as your own work without review, editing, or attribution.

Code of Conduct: Dos and Don'ts

To ensure you are using EssayPass in compliance with most academic institutions' policies, please adhere to these guidelines.

Acceptable Use (Green Light)

  • Brainstorming: Using the AI to generate a list of potential essay topics or thesis statements.
  • Outlining: Creating a structured roadmap for your paper to organize your thoughts.
  • Citation Management: Using our Citation Generator to format references in APA, MLA, or Chicago style.
  • Editing & Proofreading: Using AI to identify grammatical errors or suggest clearer phrasing for your original ideas.
  • Research Assistance: Summarizing long papers to understand complex concepts faster.

Prohibited Use (Red Light)

  • Ghostwriting: Generating a full essay and submitting it as your own work with zero modification.
  • Bypassing Detection: Intentionally using our rewriting tools solely to deceive AI detection software (like Turnitin or GPTZero) without adding original thought.
  • Fact Fabrication: Relying on AI for facts/statistics without verifying them against primary sources.

A Note on Plagiarism and Originality

EssayPass maintains a Zero-Tolerance Policy for plagiarism.

While our tools help improve writing flow, the substance of your work must be original. We strongly recommend using our built-in Plagiarism Checker before every submission. This ensures that:

  1. Your work is unique.
  2. You have not accidentally failed to cite a source.
  3. You are upholding the standards of academic honesty.

Reminder: AI models can sometimes produce "hallucinations" (incorrect facts). As the author, you are solely responsible for the accuracy and originality of the content you submit.

For Educators and Institutions

We understand the challenges educators face in the age of Generative AI. EssayPass is designed to be a partner in education, not an adversary.

  • Transparency: We encourage students to disclose their use of AI tools when required by their coursework policies.
  • Learning Focus: Our tools are optimized to explain why a correction was made (e.g., explaining a grammar rule), fostering learning rather than blind correction.
  • Collaboration: We welcome feedback from academic institutions on how we can further refine our safety features to prevent misuse.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

(These questions are optimized for Google's "People Also Ask" snippets)

Is using EssayPass considered cheating?

No, using EssayPass as a study aid—for outlining, grammar checking, or citations—is generally not considered cheating. However, having the AI write your entire paper and submitting it as your own is a violation of academic integrity. Always check your school's specific AI policy.

Can I cite AI as a source?

Some citation styles (like APA and MLA) now have specific guidelines for citing Generative AI. If you use EssayPass to generate a significant portion of text or ideas, you should cite it according to your institution's guidelines.

Does EssayPass protect my privacy?

Yes. We prioritize user privacy and data security. We do not sell your essay data to third parties. Please review our Privacy Policy for more details.

Footer Disclaimer

Disclaimer: EssayPass is a technology provider. While we design our tools to support ethical learning, the final responsibility for adhering to academic guidelines lies with the user. We are not liable for academic penalties resulting from the misuse of our software.

Last Updated: December 29, 2025