1. Introduction
The Biodiversity Company (“we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website.
By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
2. Information we collect
We collect and process only limited personal information through our website.
2.1 Information you provide voluntarily
You may provide personal information when you contact us via email or a contact form, including:
- Your name
- Your email address
- Any information you include in your message
We use this information solely to respond to your enquiry and for no other purpose.
2.2 Information collected automatically
When you visit our website, certain technical information may be collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools, including:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Pages visited and time spent on the site
- Referring website
This information is collected in an aggregated and anonymised way and does not personally identify you.
3. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website, improve site performance, and enhance user experience.
Google Analytics may collect information such as your IP address, browsing behaviour, and device information. This data is processed in accordance with Google’s privacy practices.
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on, available here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
4. Google Fonts
We use Google Fonts to display fonts on our website consistently and clearly. When you visit our site, your browser may make requests to Google’s servers to load these fonts, which may involve the transmission of your IP address to Google.
Google processes this information in accordance with its own privacy policy.
5. Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve functionality and analyse site usage.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. They help us understand how visitors use our website and improve performance.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect how certain parts of the website function.
6. How we use your information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
- To respond to enquiries
- To improve website performance and user experience
- To monitor website usage through analytics
- To ensure website security and functionality
We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.
7. Data security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorised access, loss, or misuse.
However, no method of data transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Third-party links
Our website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.
9. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights in relation to your personal data, including:
- The right to access your data
- The right to request correction of inaccurate data
- The right to request deletion of your data
- The right to object to data processing
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below.
10. Contact us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data, you can contact us at:
The Biodiversity Company
Email: info@thebiodiversitycompany.com
Website: www.thebiodiversitycompany.com
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