Overleaf is a cloud-based LaTeX editor from Digital Science UK Limited that enables the collaborative creation, editing and publishing of documents. Thanks to its collaborative approach and versioning of edited documents, it offers ideal support for work in scientific and student projects. The cloud-based approach also ensures that all users work with the same, up-to-date version of Overleaf at all times. All you need to use the service is an Overleaf account and a web browser of your choice.

Access will be possible here from 01.02.2025.

Important notes on use

Please note that this is a service provided by Digital Solution Science UK Limited, which kiz only passes on. All data processing takes place outside the infrastructure of Ulm University. The data is stored on the servers of the company's cloud service provider, which is based in the USA. Therefore, in order to minimize risks in the areas of data protection and data security (information security), it is important to take into account the following organizational measures defined by the data protection team:

• Due to the external data processing on the infrastructure of a service provider, we strongly recommend that you discuss the use of Overleaf with (potential) funding providers.
• Personal data in accordance with Art. 4 para. 1 DSGVO may only be processed if this can be based on the consent of the data subject or a legal permission standard. Personal data means any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. A person is considered identifiable if they can be identified directly or indirectly, in particular by reference to an identifier such as a name, an identification number, location data, an online identifier or one or more factors specific to the physical, physiological, genetic, mental, economic, cultural or social identity of that person.
• The storage of special categories of personal data within the meaning of Art. 9 DSGVO is generally not permitted. Such data includes sensitive information that reveals, in particular, racial or ethnic origin, political opinions, religious or philosophical beliefs, genetic data, health data or data concerning a person's sex life or sexual orientation. Exceptions to this principle are possible under certain legal conditions. If the processing of such sensitive data is absolutely necessary for scientific research purposes, please contact the data protection team at Ulm University.
• Do not upload any strictly confidential or confidential research data to the system. Confidential research data includes information whose publication or loss could lead to financial damage or a loss of image for the University of Ulm.
• If Overleaf is used, the head of the respective scientific institution or project is responsible for compliance with the above terms of use.

Privacy Policy

   The following privacy policy and the terms of use of Digital Science UK Limited apply: https://www.overleaf.com/legal