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Privacy & Data Protection Policy

Last updated: September 2026

TrichoScience Research Institute (accessible via trichoinfo.hair) is dedicated to safeguarding the privacy and digital rights of our visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines the categories of data we collect and how we utilize and protect this information in strict alignment with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR - EU 2016/679) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

1. Data Controller Information

The entity responsible for processing personal data on this platform is TrichoScience Research Institute, Suite 408, Science Park Terrace, Oxford, OX4 4GA, United Kingdom. Inquiries regarding data protection can be addressed to: privacy@trichoinfo.hair.

2. Server Log Files

Like standard academic and scientific web portals, TrichoScience Research utilizes standard server log files. The data logged includes Internet Protocol (IP) addresses, browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), date/time stamps, referring/exit pages, and anonymous navigational telemetry. This data is not linked to any personally identifiable information and is processed solely for system administration, cyber-defense, and traffic diagnostics.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We deploy standard HTTP cookies to enhance user navigation (such as remembering reading theme preferences, selected research language, and cookie banner consent status). You may configure your browser to reject cookies or notify you when cookies are placed.

4. Third-Party Advertising and Analytics

When third-party technology partners (such as Google Analytics or advertising verification networks) deliver content or verify ad quality on our website, they may receive anonymous technical parameters such as your IP address. We maintain strict compliance with Google Ads policies and do not allow intrusive fingerprinting or unauthorized profiling.

5. Children's Online Privacy Protection

TrichoScience Research does not intentionally collect any personally identifiable data from minors under 16 years of age. If you believe your child submitted personal data on our portal, please contact us immediately to facilitate prompt deletion.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR & CCPA

You possess statutory rights to request confirmation of data processing, request copies of logged records, rectify inaccuracies, or exercise the right to be forgotten. To exercise these rights, please reach out via email.