Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

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1.1. Personal Information (Provided by You)

• Name, email address, and any details you provide via contact forms or email communication.

• Any information you submit when inquiring about our research or academic collaborations.

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1.2. Non-Personal Information (Automatically Collected)

• IP address, browser type, operating system, referring website, and pages viewed.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies (see Section 5 – Cookies & Tracking Technologies).

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1.3. Third-Party Services (Google Analytics & Wix)

• We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. Google may collect data via cookies and store information outside your country of residence.

• Our website is hosted on Wix, which automatically logs visitor data (e.g., IP addresses, device type). Wix may also use cookies for security and functionality.

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For more details on Google’s data practices, visit: Google Privacy Policy.

For Wix’s data practices, visit: Wix Privacy Policy.

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2. Legal Bases for Data Processing (GDPR Compliance)

For visitors from the EU/UK, we process your data under the following legal bases:

• Consent – When you accept cookies or provide your information through a contact form.

• Legitimate Interest – To analyze website performance, respond to inquiries, and ensure security.

• Legal Obligation – If required by law to retain or disclose information.

You have the right to withdraw consent at any time (see Section 6 – Your Rights & Choices).

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3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:
✔️ Respond to inquiries and communicate with you
✔️ Improve website functionality and user experience
✔️ Monitor and analyze website traffic
✔️ Comply with legal obligations

We do not sell or rent your personal data.

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4. Data Retention Policy

• Personal data submitted through contact forms/emails is retained for up to 12 months for follow-up purposes.

• Google Analytics and Wix automatically store website logs for up to 26 months before deletion.

• If you request data deletion, we will process your request within 30 days (subject to legal obligations).

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5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to improve user experience. You can Accept or Decline cookies via the cookie banner on our Website.

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Types of Cookies We Use:

✔️ Essential Cookies – Required for Website functionality (cannot be disabled).
✔️ Analytics Cookies – Helps track visitor behavior (optional; managed via Google Analytics).
✔️ Preference Cookies – Stores language and customization settings.

To manage cookies, adjust your browser settings or visit Google’s opt-out page.

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6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access & Portability: Request a copy of your personal data.

• Correction: Update incorrect or incomplete information.

• Deletion ("Right to be Forgotten"): Request that we delete your personal data.

• Withdraw Consent: Opt out of cookie tracking or data collection at any time.

To exercise these rights, email s.sahin@lancaster.ac.uk with “Privacy Request” in the subject line.

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7. Third-Party Links & External Websites

Our Website may link to external websites (e.g., academic publications, research institutions). We are not responsible for their privacy policies.

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8. Security Measures

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal data, but no method of transmission is 100% secure. If you suspect a data breach, please contact us immediately.

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9. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.

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10. Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries, please contact:

📧 Dr. Samet Şahin
🎓 Lecturer in Chemical Engineering
🏛️ Lancaster University
📍 United Kingdom
✉️ s.sahin@lancaster.ac.uk