This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when users interact with our website. By accessing or using this site, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
We collect the following personal information:
- Email addresses voluntarily provided by users through forms, subscriptions, or research participation.
We may also collect non‑identifiable technical information such as browser type, device information, and usage patterns to improve website performance.
How We Use Your Information
Email addresses are used exclusively for:
- Research activities, including data analysis and communication related to research participation.
- Optional updates about research findings or opportunities, if users opt in.
- Internal evaluation of website engagement and user participation trends.
We do not sell, rent, or share email addresses with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes.
Legal Basis for Processing
We process email addresses based on:
- User consent, provided when submitting an email through our website.
- Legitimate research interests, when applicable and permitted by law.
Users may withdraw consent at any time by contacting us.
Data Storage and Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect email addresses from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
Email addresses are retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the research purposes for which they were collected, unless a longer retention period is required by law or ethical guidelines.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request corrections or updates.
- Request deletion of your email address.
- Withdraw consent for future communications.
- Ask how your data is being used in research.
Requests can be submitted through our contact information below.
Third‑Party Services
We may use third‑party tools for secure data storage, analytics, or email communication. These providers are required to maintain appropriate data protection standards. We do not authorize them to use your information for their own purposes.
Children’s Privacy
This website is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that a child’s information has been collected, we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Revised” date. Continued use of the website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, you may contact us using our social media or by completing the contact form below:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LabWOHS
Instagram: @LabWOHS