Scope and Overview
This Privacy Policy describes how China Pathology Pharma Hub ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards personal information in connection with our website located at chinapathology.org and related services (collectively, the "Services"). This Policy applies to information collected from individuals in the United States and, where noted, provides additional disclosures for residents of certain jurisdictions. By using the Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
Effective Date: October 1, 2025
Definitions
"Personal information" means information that identifies, relates to, describes, references, is reasonably capable of being associated with, or could reasonably be linked, directly or indirectly, with a particular consumer, household, or device. "Sensitive personal information" includes certain categories defined by applicable law, such as precise geolocation, health-related data, and government identifiers. Other terms have the meanings assigned by applicable privacy laws.
Information We Collect
Personal information you provide
We may collect the following categories of personal information that you choose to provide:
- Identifiers and contact details (e.g., name, email address, mailing address, phone number) when you contact us or subscribe to communications.
- User content (e.g., inquiries, feedback, or other information you submit via forms or email).
- Professional or educational information if voluntarily provided (e.g., role, specialty, organization).
- Health-related information that you voluntarily provide in inquiries or feedback. Do not submit confidential or sensitive medical information.
Information collected automatically
When you access or use the Services, we may automatically collect:
- Device and usage data (e.g., IP address, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, pages viewed, referring/exit pages, timestamps, and clickstream data).
- Approximate location derived from IP address (city/region level).
- Cookies, pixels, and similar technologies that help us recognize your browser or device and understand engagement with content.
Information from third parties
We may receive information about you from service providers and partners that support our operations (e.g., analytics, hosting, email delivery), and from publicly available sources. If we participate in affiliate, referral, or advertising programs, we may receive limited information about clicks or conversions associated with our content.
Sensitive information
We do not seek to collect sensitive personal information (such as precise geolocation, government identifiers, or payment card data) via our site. Please do not submit sensitive information unless specifically requested and necessary. We do not process payment information on our Services.
How We Use Information
We use personal information for the following purposes:
- Providing, operating, and improving the Services and their functionality.
- Communicating with you, including responding to inquiries and sending administrative or informational messages.
- Personalizing content, measuring engagement, and conducting analytics and research.
- Maintaining the security and integrity of the Services, preventing fraud, and debugging to identify and repair errors.
- Complying with legal obligations, enforcing our terms, and protecting our rights, users, and the public.
- With your consent or as otherwise disclosed at the time of collection.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
We and our service providers may use cookies, pixels, local storage, and similar technologies to operate the site, remember your preferences, analyze usage, and, where applicable, support advertising or affiliate measurement. You can manage cookies through your browser settings; however, disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Disclosure of Information
We may disclose personal information as follows:
- Service providers and processors that perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, analytics, email, security) under contractual obligations to protect the information.
- Advertising, analytics, and affiliate partners, where applicable, to measure performance and understand engagement. We do not provide partners with your contact details unless you have provided consent or requested a service requiring such disclosure.
- Business transfers in the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or asset sale.
- Legal, compliance, and safety purposes to comply with law, respond to lawful requests, enforce our terms, or protect rights, property, or safety.
- With your direction or consent.
We do not sell personal information for money. We may share limited identifiers and internet activity with advertising or analytics partners for cross-context behavioral advertising as defined by certain state laws; you may opt out as described below.
Advertising, Analytics, and Affiliate Relationships
We may use analytics services to help us understand site traffic and usage. We may also participate in advertising or affiliate programs, which could use cookies or similar technologies to attribute visits or purchases to our content and measure campaign performance. If you navigate to a third-party site (including pharmacies or marketplaces) from our content, that third party’s privacy policy governs their data practices.
Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Policy, including to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting requirements, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Criteria we use to determine retention periods include the nature of the information, the purpose of processing, applicable legal requirements, and operational needs. As a general guideline, site analytics logs are typically retained for up to 24 months unless a longer period is required for security, legal, or business continuity purposes.
Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights and Choices
Email and marketing choices
You may opt out of non-transactional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in those messages or by contacting us as described below. We may still send administrative messages related to the Services.
Browser and device controls
You can control cookies and certain local storage through your browser or device settings. You may also reset advertising identifiers on mobile devices and adjust permissions (e.g., location, notifications) in device settings.
Opt-out of targeted advertising
Where we engage in cross-context behavioral advertising, you may opt out by contacting us or adjusting cookie preferences where available. Industry opt-out tools may also be available through your browser or device settings.
California Privacy Notice (CCPA/CPRA)
Notice at collection
In the preceding 12 months, we may have collected the following categories of personal information about California residents:
- Identifiers (e.g., IP address, email address if provided).
- Internet or other electronic network activity (e.g., browsing history, interactions with our pages).
- Approximate geolocation (derived from IP address).
- Professional or employment-related information (if voluntarily provided).
- Inferences drawn from the above to improve content relevance.
- Health-related information if voluntarily provided in user messages.
Sources include: you (directly), your devices (automatically), and our service providers/partners. We use the information for the purposes described in the "How We Use Information" section. We retain information based on the criteria described in the "Data Retention" section.
Sale/Share: We do not sell personal information for monetary consideration. We may share identifiers and internet activity with analytics or advertising partners for cross-context behavioral advertising. You can opt out of sale/share by contacting us as described below and adjusting cookie settings where available.
Sensitive personal information: We do not use or disclose sensitive personal information for purposes other than those permitted by law (e.g., to provide requested services, ensure security, or as reasonably expected by an average consumer).
California privacy rights
- Right to Know/Access: Request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information collected, the categories of sources, purposes, and categories of third parties to whom information was disclosed.
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information, subject to legal exceptions.
- Right to Correct: Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
- Right to Opt Out of Sale/Sharing: Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.
- Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information: Where applicable, request to limit certain uses/disclosures of sensitive personal information.
- Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.
How to exercise your California rights
Submit a request by emailing [email protected] with the subject line "California Privacy Request" or by mail to the address in the Contact section. We will take reasonable steps to verify your identity, which may include matching information you provide with information we maintain. You may designate an authorized agent to make a request on your behalf; we may require proof of authorization and verification of your identity.
Nevada, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah Privacy Rights
Residents of these states may have rights to access, correct, delete, and opt out of targeted advertising or certain profiling. To exercise these rights, contact us as described below. If we deny your request, you may have the right to appeal; submit an appeal request using the same contact information with the subject line "Privacy Appeal." Nevada residents may opt out of the sale of covered information by contacting us (we do not currently sell covered information as defined by Nevada law).
European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and Switzerland
Where the EU/UK/Swiss laws apply, our legal bases for processing may include: consent; performance of a contract or steps prior to entering into a contract; compliance with legal obligations; protection of vital interests; public interest; and our legitimate interests, such as improving our Services and ensuring security. You may have rights to access, rectify, erase, restrict or object to processing, data portability, and to withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior lawful processing). You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority. Personal information may be transferred to the United States and other countries that may not provide the same level of data protection; when required, we implement appropriate safeguards such as standard contractual clauses.
Children’s Privacy
The Services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it. Parents or guardians who believe we may have collected information from a child should contact us.
Health Information and HIPAA
We are not a covered entity or business associate as defined by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Do not submit protected health information. Any health-related content provided on the Services is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a licensed healthcare professional for medical guidance.
Do Not Track
Your browser may offer a Do Not Track (DNT) signal. At this time, our Services do not respond to DNT signals. We will continue to monitor developments in this area and update our practices as appropriate.
International Data Transfers
If you access the Services from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other jurisdictions where we or our service providers operate. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards for such transfers where required by law.
Third-Party Links and Services
The Services may contain links to third-party websites, tools, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will revise the Effective Date above. Your continued use of the Services after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address:
China Pathology Pharma Hub
c/o Jesse Galang
6910 Fayetteville Rd
Durham, NC 27713
United States
Controller and Owner Information
Owner/Operator: Jesse Galang
Website: China Pathology Pharma Hub (chinapathology.org)
Contact: [email protected]
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