Privacy Policy

Effective Date: April 6, 2024.

This Privacy Policy outlines how BOLG Biotechnology Open Lab Gate ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, shares, and protects the personal information of users ("Users") on our platform ("Platform"). This Privacy Policy is applicable to all Users, including clients (individuals and agencies), biotech freelancers (individuals and agencies), and the Biotech companies directory.

1. Information Collection: We collect personal information provided by Users during the registration process and their interactions with the Platform. This may include, but is not limited to, names, email addresses, contact details, professional qualifications, project requirements, and payment information.

2. Use of Information: We use the collected information for the following purposes:

a. Facilitate and enhance User experience on the Platform.

b. Match biotech freelancers with relevant projects.

c. Enable communication between Users.

d. Process payments and facilitate secure transactions.

e. Provide customer support and respond to inquiries.

f. Conduct research and analysis to improve our services.

g. Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

3. Sharing of Information: We may share Users' personal information in the following circumstances:

a. With biotech freelancers and clients to facilitate project collaboration.

b. With payment processors for payment processing purposes.

c. With third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Platform and providing services to Users.

d. With legal and regulatory authorities when required by law or in response to legal requests.

4. Security: We employ industry-standard security measures to protect Users' personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, Users acknowledge that no data transmission over the internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee the security of information transmitted through the Platform.

5. Data Retention: We retain Users' personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance User experience on the Platform, analyze usage patterns, and provide personalized content. Users may manage their cookie preferences through their web browser settings.

7. Third-Party Links: The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. Users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of such sites before providing any personal information.

8. Children's Privacy: The Platform is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information from our records.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy: We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices and services. Users will be notified of any significant updates through email or through the Platform.

10. Contact Us: For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at support@bolg.co.

By using BOLG Biotechnology Open Lab Gate's Platform, Users consent to the collection, use, and sharing of their personal information as described in this Privacy Policy.