Privacy policy

1. Purpose

This privacy policy is intended to inform users of the BioCoord site about how information submitted in a strictly professional context is collected, used, retained, and protected.

BioCoord attaches particular importance to data confidentiality, the protection of sensitive information, and compliance with applicable regulatory obligations.

2. Nature of the data collected

In connection with the use of the site, BioCoord may collect exclusively the following data:

• first and last name
• professional job title
• organization name
• professional email address
• content of the message submitted via the contact form

No health data, biological data, or regulatory sensitive data is collected via this site.

3. Purpose of processing

The data collected is used exclusively to:

• respond to professional information requests
• evaluate collaboration opportunities
• ensure follow-up of institutional exchanges

The data is never used for consumer-facing commercial, marketing, or advertising purposes.

4. Legal basis for processing

The processing of data submitted via the contact form is based on:

• the performance of pre-contractual measures taken at the request of the data subject (Article 6.1.b of the GDPR), when the request aims to evaluate a professional collaboration opportunity;
• BioCoord's legitimate interest in responding to the professional inquiries it receives, in cases where the previous point does not apply.

5. Confidentiality and data recipients

The data collected is strictly confidential.

It is accessible only to:

• the BioCoord project lead
• authorized personnel involved in administrative and contractual management

No data is transferred, sold, or disclosed to unauthorized third parties.

6. Retention period

Data is retained for the period strictly necessary for the purposes pursued, and for a maximum of three (3) years from the last exchange.

7. Data security

BioCoord implements reasonable organizational and technical measures to ensure the security, integrity, and confidentiality of the information submitted.

8. User rights

In accordance with applicable data protection principles, users have the following rights:

• right of access
• right of rectification
• right of erasure
• right to object

Any request regarding the exercise of these rights may be sent to: ange.tchakounte@yahoo.com

9. Use of the site

The BioCoord site is intended exclusively for professional and institutional use. No solicitation of the general public, recruitment of volunteers, or collection of medical or biological data is carried out via this site.

10. Changes to this policy

BioCoord reserves the right to modify this privacy policy at any time to ensure its compliance with regulatory or operational developments.