FAQs - Paperet

Basics

What is Paperet?

A community platform to upload, share, and present academic work.

Do I need an account?

Viewing is open to everyone. You need an account to post presentations, like, leave feedback, connect, save, and join competitions.

How do I sign up?

Click Sign up in the top-right corner.

Uploading & Editing

How do I post a presentation?

After signing in: My Presentations → Add New Presentation → Add Content.

What formats are supported?

PPTX, PDF, Google Slides (link), Keynote (exported), and image decks (JPG/PNG). If your file is large, export to PDF.

Can I edit after publishing?

Yes — you can update details or replace the file.

Visibility & Sharing

Who can see my presentation?

Public = Anyone can see your presentations.

Unlisted (link-only) = Only users with the link can view.

Private = Only your connections can view (and you can hide from selected connections).

Can others download my slides?

You control this per presentation (downloads on/off).

How do I share presentations?

Use the Share button on the presentation page.

Interactions & Competitions

How do likes and comments work?

Signed-in users can like and leave feedback. Creators can turn comments on/off and report abuse.

What are competitions?

Timed challenges where creators submit presentations; entries are viewed, reacted to, and judged per the rules shown on the competition page.

Can I join a competition without uploading?

No. You need an account and an upload to enter.

Can I host a competition?

Yes — organizations and individuals can host competitions (see the Competitions tab for criteria).

Ownership, Rights & Safety

Who owns the content I upload?

Please refer to Terms and Conditions.

How do I report copyrighted or inappropriate content?

Use the Report option on the presentation page. We review and may remove content if it violates policy.

Accessibility, Search & Accounts

Is the viewer accessible?

We support keyboard navigation and screen readers. For best results, add alt text/captions or upload accessible PDFs.

Are public decks indexed by search engines?

Public decks may be indexable. Unlisted/Private are not. A noindex toggle may be available per deck.

How do I delete or deactivate my account?

Account Settings → Delete/Deactivate account.

Support

Having trouble uploading or viewing?

Try exporting to PDF, compressing images, or switching browsers. If issues persist, contact support.

How do I reach you?

Email support@paperet.com or use the contact form.