At our Cancer Knowledge and Research Hub, we are committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of our users. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use that information, and the steps we take to ensure its protection.
Information We Collect
- Personal Information: When you register for our services, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, and contact details. This information is necessary for us to provide you with the services you request and to communicate with you.
- Usage Data: We automatically collect usage data when you interact with our website. This may include information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, the pages you visit, and the duration of your visit.
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your user experience and to analyze how our website is used. Cookies are small files that are stored on your device to remember your preferences and to track your interactions with our website.
- Health Information: Although we do not collect sensitive health information, users may voluntarily share such information in community forums or when seeking advice. We strongly advise against sharing personal health information and take no responsibility for the privacy of such information shared by users.
How We Use Your Information
- Service Provision: We use your personal information to provide you with the services you request, such as newsletters, community access, and personalized content.
- Communication: We may use your contact information to communicate with you about updates, new features, or other relevant information related to our services.
- Research and Improvement: We analyze usage data to understand how our website is used and to improve our services. This analysis is conducted in an aggregated and anonymized manner to ensure individual privacy.
- Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations or protect our rights, property, or safety.
How We Protect Your Information
- Data Security: We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information when you enter, submit, or access your personal information.
- Secure Connections: Our website uses secure socket layer (SSL) technology to protect the security of your information during transmission.
- Access Controls: We restrict access to personal information to employees, contractors, and agents who need to know that information in order to operate, develop, or improve our services.
- Data Retention: We will retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. If you wish to cancel your account or request that we no longer use your information to provide you services, you may contact us at contact@beat-cancer.net.
Your Choices
- Cookies: You can control cookies through your browser settings. If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not work as intended.
- Communication Preferences: You can opt-out of receiving certain communications from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in the communication or by adjusting your account settings.
- Access and Correction: You may request to review, update, or delete the personal information we hold about you by contacting us at contact@beat-cancer.net.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make any material changes, we will notify you by email (sent to the email address specified in your account) or by means of a prominent notice on our website prior to the change becoming effective.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please feel free to contact us at contact@beat-cancer.net. We are committed to ensuring that your privacy is protected and respected.