Thank you for visiting MelanomaCareNow.org ("we," "us," "our," or the "Company"). This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, storage, protection, and use of personal data provided by users ("you," "your," or "user") of our website and services. We understand the importance of privacy and are committed to ensuring your data is treated securely and in accordance with applicable regulations, including but not limited to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
By accessing or using our website and services, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy, please refrain from using our website and services.
What information do we collect?
We may collect certain personal data directly from you or through automated technologies when you interact with our website or use our services. The data we collect varies based on your engagements but may include:
- Name
- Contact information (e.g., email address, phone number)
- Demographic information
- IP address and geolocation data
- Log data (e.g., browser type, pages visited, time spent on our website)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies (refer to our Privacy Policy(./cookie-policy.md) for detailed information)
It is important to note that we do not process sensitive personal information unless provided voluntarily and explicitly by you.
How do we use your information?
We use the collected data for various purposes necessary to operate and improve our services. These purposes include:
- Personalizing user experience
- Providing customer support
- Analyzing website traffic, usage, and trends
- Sending informational and promotional materials (when consent is obtained)
- Compliance with legal obligations
Data Storage and Security
We store and process your data solely within the European Economic Area (EEA), unless otherwise specified explicitly for exceptional cases. We implement technical, physical, and administrative measures to ensure the security and integrity of your personal data. These measures include encryption, access controls, regular backups, and staff training.
While we strive to protect personal data, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee full data security, and all information you provide is at your own risk.
Data Retention
We retain personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy, unless a shorter or longer retention period is required or permitted by law. We regularly review our data retention practices to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
User Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you hold specific rights regarding your personal data. You have the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your personal data we hold about you
- Rectify inaccurate or incomplete personal data
- Erase your personal data under certain circumstances
- Object to the processing of your personal data
- Restrict the processing of your personal data in certain situations
To exercise any of these rights, please refer to the "Contact Us" section below. We may require additional information to verify your identity and ensure data protection.
Third-Party Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, lease, or share your personal data with third parties for their marketing purposes. However, we may disclose your data to third-party service providers who assist in operating our website or providing services to you. These third parties are only authorized to process personal data on our behalf and are subject to strict confidentiality obligations.
Information may also be disclosed if necessary to respond to legal requests, enforce our policies, protect our rights, or comply with legal obligations.
Cookies
For information about our use of cookies and similar tracking technologies, please refer to our Privacy Policy(./cookie-policy.md).
Changes and updates to the Policy
We reserve the right to modify or update this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. It is your responsibility to review this Policy periodically for any modifications.
Contact us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding your personal data or this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the following details:
- Email: privacy@melanomacaren‌ow.org
- Address: Melanoma Care Now, 123 Main Street, City Name, Country
We will do our best to address your queries in a timely manner.
Last updated: October 1, 2022