1. Overview
NeanGeneMap is committed to preserving the trust of paleo-genetic enthusiasts and researchers. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you engage with our web platform.
2. Data Collection
We gather minimal personal data. Analytics metrics, device information, and generalized location estimates are processed through privacy-conscious tools to improve site performance. We do not store raw genetic data or personally identifying archeological submissions on our servers.
When you submit feedback via the contact form, we collect your name, email address, and stated topic to facilitate a response. This information is stored in encrypted systems with role-based access controls.
3. Cookies and Tracking
Functional cookies sustain session continuity and language preferences. Optional analytics cookies may be enabled to understand engagement with exchange modules. You can manage cookie behavior via your browser controls.
We never deploy invasive fingerprinting techniques or third-party advertising pixels. Cookie banners appear during your first visit and whenever material updates change how preferences are stored.
4. Third-Party Services
Module data relies on open APIs. Each API adheres to its own privacy commitments. We only request publicly accessible datasets and do not transmit your personal information to these services.
In the event a provider experiences downtime, we cache anonymized fallback data locally until service resumes. Provider audits occur quarterly to confirm alignment with our data stewardship standards.
5. Data Security
We employ encryption in transit and industry-standard safeguards to protect your interactions with NeanGeneMap. Periodic reviews ensure emerging security practices are explored and adopted.
Access to administrative dashboards is limited to vetted maintainers who authenticate using multi-factor methods. Routine penetration tests help us identify vulnerabilities before they impact the community.
6. Your Choices
You may request access to aggregated records tied to your account or instruct us to delete participation metrics. Contact our data steward using the form provided on the Contact page.
We respond to verified requests within thirty days and provide a summary of actions taken. Appeals or clarifications can be submitted if you feel a decision requires review.
7. Updates
Policy revisions appear on this page with a new effective date. Continued use after updates indicates acceptance of the revised terms.
8. International Visitors
Our servers operate in jurisdictions that may differ from your local privacy framework. By accessing the atlas, you consent to the transfer and processing of information according to the laws governing those servers, with appropriate safeguards in place.
Where regional regulations require additional consent or data subject rights, we honor those requests and document compliance steps for transparency.
9. Data Retention
Contact submissions and analytics summaries are retained for as long as necessary to fulfill their purpose and to meet legal obligations. We periodically purge inactive records and anonymize trend data.
If you ask us to delete your information, we remove identifiers from active systems and any associated backups during the next scheduled maintenance cycle.