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1. Introduction

Science Integrity Alliance, LLC ("SIA," "we," "us," "our") operates www.sci-integrity.com and its associated publications, services, and digital resources (collectively, the "Platform"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our Platform.​

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By accessing our Platform, you accept the terms and conditions of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. Each time you visit our Platform and any time you voluntarily provide us with information, you agree that you are consenting to said Terms of Use and conditions of our Privacy Policy and our collection, use, and disclosure of the information that you provide, and you are consenting to receive emails or otherwise be contacted, as described herein.

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2. Information We Collect

2.1. Information You Provide to Us

a) Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, username, and password.

b) Profile Information: Information you provide in your user profile, such as professional affiliations, areas of expertise, and biography.

c) Payment Information: If you make a purchase, we collect payment card details, billing address, and other financial data necessary to process your payment.

d) Communications: Information you provide when you contact us for support or participate in our forum, projects, initiatives, or events.

2.2. Information We Collect Automatically

We use cookies and other similar technologies to collect information about how you use our Platform, including your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, pages visited, and time spent on those pages. We use various analytics tools including Wix Analytics to track website performance, user engagement, and advertising effectiveness. These tools may collect anonymous usage data, click-through rates, page views, and other performance metrics to help us optimize our services and evaluate advertising campaign effectiveness. We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through cookies or any other method. If you believe we have inadvertently collected personal information from your child, please contact us via email for investigation and appropriate action.​ You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that some parts of the Platform may become inaccessible or not function properly. For more information on how we use cookies, please visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

2.3. Commercial Services Information

For users of our Marketplace and advertising services, we may collect additional information including:

a) Marketplace inquiry information: When you submit a Marketplace inquiry form, we collect your name, organization (optional), email address, country, timeline for service implementation, and number of potential users/licenses;

b) Business contact information for commercial providers and advertisers;

c) Transaction data and referral tracking information;

d) Advertising performance metrics and campaign analytics.

2.4. Feedback and User-Generated Content

When you submit feedback, ratings, or other user-generated content through our various forms, we collect your name, email address, and any optional information you choose to provide such as organization and country. We also collect the content of your feedback, ratings, comments, and any additional details you submit.

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3. Purpose of Information Collection

We collect and use your information to:

a) Provide, personalize, and operate our Platform;

b) Offer customer support and technical assistance;

c) Communicate regarding your account and our Platform;

d) Send personalized marketing and service-related notices (with opt-out options);

e) Comply with applicable laws and regulations;

f) Conduct analytical reviews to improve and expand our Platform;

g) Facilitate connections with third-party service providers;

h) Process and analyze advertising performance and user engagement.

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4. Data Storage and Processing

4.1. Platform Hosting

Our Platform is hosted by Wix.com ("Wix"). By using our Platform, you consent to the collection, disclosure, storage, and use of your personal information by Wix in accordance with Wix's privacy policy.

4.2. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

4.3. Data Sharing

We do not share personal contact information without explicit user consent.

 

5. Communication with Website Visitors

We may communicate with you via email, telephone, text messages, or postal mail to:

a) Respond to your inquiries;

b) Provide requested services;

c) Resolve account issues;

d) Gather feedback;

e) Send updates about our services and promotional communications.

You may opt-out of receiving promotional communications by clicking on the "unsubscribe" link found at the bottom of any email communication from us or by contacting us via email.

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6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

a) Access your personal information;

b) Correct inaccurate or incomplete information;

c) Request deletion of your personal information;

d) Object to or restrict the processing of your data;

e) Request a copy of your data in a portable format;

f) Withdraw consent for data processing at any time.

To exercise these rights or withdraw consent, please contact us via email. Note that withdrawing consent or exercising certain rights may affect our ability to provide certain features of the Platform.

 

7. Third-Party Websites

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites.​ This Privacy Policy does not cover these third-party websites, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.​

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8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes are effective immediately upon posting to the Platform. Your continued use of the Platform after any such changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

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9. Contact

Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your privacy rights or this privacy policy, you may contact us via email.