Information Collected

The Company gathers limited categories of personal information necessary to provide platform services, communicate with users, and maintain operational security.

• Account registration details including full name, email address, and institutional affiliation where applicable.
• Platform usage data such as pages visited, features accessed, and interaction timestamps collected through analytics tools.
• Communication records including inquiries submitted through contact forms, email correspondence, and support tickets.
• Technical information such as IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and operating system for security and diagnostics.

Use of Information

Personal information is processed for specific, legitimate purposes related to platform operation, user support, and service improvement.

• To authenticate user accounts, manage access permissions, and deliver personalized platform features.
• To respond to inquiries, provide technical support, and communicate updates about research outputs or platform changes.
• To analyze usage patterns, identify technical issues, and guide development priorities for platform enhancement.
• To comply with legal obligations, enforce terms of use, and protect the security and integrity of platform systems.

Legal Basis

Processing of personal data is grounded in one or more lawful bases recognized under applicable data protection frameworks.

Data Sharing

The Company limits disclosure of personal information and shares data only under controlled circumstances with appropriate safeguards.

• Service providers and technology vendors who assist with platform hosting, data analytics, customer support, and email delivery under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Legal authorities when required by applicable law, court order, or regulatory process.
• Business successors in the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, subject to equivalent privacy protections for transferred data.

Data Security

The Company implements technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption in transit and at rest, access controls, regular security assessments, and staff training on data handling protocols. No system is entirely immune to risk, and users are encouraged to protect their account credentials.

User Rights

Users retain certain rights regarding their personal data under applicable data protection laws. The following rights are available subject to verification of identity and applicable legal exceptions.

• The right to access personal data held by the Company and receive a copy in a structured, commonly used format.
• The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
• The right to request deletion of personal data where retention is no longer necessary or where consent has been withdrawn.
• The right to object to certain processing activities, including direct marketing and profiling based on legitimate interests.

Cookies Policy

The platform uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to support core functionality, analyze usage, and deliver relevant communications. Users may manage cookie preferences through browser settings or the platform's consent management interface. Detailed information is available in the cookie policy.

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Contact Information

For questions about this privacy policy, to exercise data protection rights, or to raise concerns about data handling practices, users may contact the Company through the channels below.

Policy Updates

This privacy policy may be revised periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, platform operations, or data handling practices. Material changes will be communicated to users, and continued use of the platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.