Privacy Policy
Effective Date: August 18th, 2024
Our Privacy Commitment to You
At Galen Scientific, we value and respect your privacy. We understand that your personal information is important, and we are committed to protecting it. We take the stewardship of your data seriously and aim to be open, transparent, and fair in our data practices. Here’s what you need to know:
- We limit the personal information we collect to what is necessary to provide our services and only retain it as long as necessary to fulfill those purposes, protect our users and comply with the law.
- We disclose your health data only under specific circumstances and in accordance with applicable laws. Your health data is shared with third parties only with your explicit consent or to service providers who assist us in delivering services.
- We empower you to control your personal information. We provide various options for managing your data, including updating your preferences, managing your account, and exercising your privacy rights.
- We are committed to transparency in our data practices. This Privacy Policy is designed to inform you about how and why we collect, use, and share your personal data.
We encourage you to read this entire Privacy Policy to understand how Galen Scientific handles your data and the rights you have concerning it.
Privacy Policy Overview
This Privacy Policy governs how Galen Scientific, Inc. (“Galen,” “we,” “our,” “us”) collects, stores, and uses your personal information. This policy applies to your use of our website, mobile applications, and other services (collectively, the “Services”). We may also provide you with additional disclosures, terms, or information specific to our data collection and usage practices.
Our Role and Your Information
While Galen Scientific is not a healthcare provider and is not covered by HIPAA, in certain cases, we may act as a “business associate” to covered entities under HIPAA. This means that if we handle Protected Health Information (PHI) from covered entities, we comply with HIPAA’s regulations. This Privacy Policy does not cover HIPAA-regulated information. For PHI, please refer to the privacy policies of the healthcare providers we work with.
Consumer Health Data
We may collect, store, and use personal information related to your health status (“Consumer Health Data”). This policy explains how we handle Consumer Health Data, including your rights concerning this information.
Personal Information We May Collect, Use, and Disclose
“Personal Information” refers to information that identifies, relates to, describes, or could be linked to an identifiable individual. It includes “personal data” as defined under applicable privacy laws. Personal Information does not include publicly available information, de-identified, or aggregated consumer information.
Categories of Personal Information We Collect:
- Identifiers: Name, address, email, phone number, date of birth, account username, IP address, device identifiers, etc.
- Health Data: Information related to your health status, medical history, and biometric data.
- Commercial Information: Preferences, interests, and purchase history.
- Financial Information: Payment details, transaction history.
- Internet Activity: Browser type, pages visited, time spent on our site.
- Geolocation Data: GPS data, IP-based location information.
- Professional Information: Employer name, job title, professional licenses.
- Audio/Visual Data: Media content you share through our services.
- Sensitive Personal Information: Account login details, health conditions, and other sensitive data.
- Inferences: Based on your preferences and behaviors.
Sources of Personal Information
We may collect personal information from the following sources:
- Directly from you: Information you provide when you use our Services, such as creating an account, filling out forms, or contacting us.
- Automatically: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies as you navigate our site.
- Third-Party Sources: Information from healthcare providers, laboratories, marketing partners, and social media platforms.
- Public Records: Information from government agencies or publicly available sources.
How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for various purposes, including:
- Providing and improving our Services.
- Communicating with you about your account, services, and updates.
- Protecting against fraud and ensuring security.
- Complying with legal obligations.
- Conducting research and development to enhance our Services.
- Delivering personalized advertising, subject to your preferences.
- Profiling based on your preferences and behaviors.
Disclosure of Personal Information
We may disclose your personal information to:
- Service Providers: Companies that assist us with services like payment processing, data analysis, and customer support.
- Business Partners: Companies we collaborate with on products and services.
- Legal Authorities: Government entities or law enforcement as required by law.
- Affiliates: Our corporate family for integrated services and improvements.
- Third-Party Advertisers: To provide targeted advertising, with your consent.
Aggregated, De-identified, or Anonymous Information
We may aggregate or de-identify your personal information to create anonymous data. This data cannot be used to identify you and is not subject to this privacy policy.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect information about your interactions with our Services. This helps us improve our Services and deliver targeted content. You can control cookie settings through your browser.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Necessary Cookies: Required for the operation of our Services.
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Services.
- Functional Cookies: Enhance your experience by remembering preferences.
- Advertising Cookies: Deliver ads relevant to your interests.
Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law. Our retention periods are based on the length of our relationship with you, legal obligations, and potential legal disputes.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries other than your own, including the United States. These countries may have different data protection laws, and we take steps to ensure your information is protected according to this policy.
Children’s Privacy
Galen Scientific’s Services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with information, please contact us.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict the use of your data. You also have the right to opt-out of certain types of data processing, such as targeted advertising. To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our site. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our data practices.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: