Who we are
Suggested text: Our website address is: http://pharmoniq.com.
Effective Date: May 7, 2025
Last Updated: May 7, 2025
At PharmoniQ (“we”, “us”, or “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with Canada’s Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA), Canada’s Anti-Spam Legislation (CASL), and other applicable privacy regulations. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit pharmoniq.com.
1. Who We Are
PharmoniQ is an independent blog sharing insights, trends, and innovation stories in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and drug development.
2. What Personal Data We Collect
We may collect and store limited personal data, including:
- Comments: When you leave a comment, we collect your name, email address, IP address, and browser user agent to help prevent spam and abuse.
- Email Subscriptions: If you subscribe to our blog or newsletter, we collect your email address and consent in accordance with CASL.
- Analytics: We use anonymous analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics) to improve site performance. These tools may collect browser type, device, region, and referral source, but do not identify you personally.
- Embedded Content: Articles may include videos, images, or articles from third-party websites. These platforms may collect your data according to their own privacy policies.
3. Consent and CASL Compliance
We will only send you commercial electronic messages (e.g. newsletters) if you have given express consent in accordance with CASL. You can unsubscribe anytime using the link in our emails or by contacting us directly at info@pharmoniq.com.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
PharmoniQ uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies may remember your display preferences or comment form entries. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the site may not function optimally.
5. How We Use Your Data
We use collected data to:
- Respond to comments and inquiries
- Improve site performance and usability
- Send you newsletters or content updates (if opted-in)
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your data to third parties.
6. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes stated in this policy or as required by law. Comments and associated metadata may be stored indefinitely unless deletion is requested.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request corrections or deletions
- Withdraw your consent to receive communications
- Lodge a complaint with the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada if you feel your rights have been violated
To request any of the above, email us at info@pharmoniq.com.
8. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures (such as HTTPS encryption, spam filters, and limited access control) to protect your data from unauthorized access, misuse, or disclosure.
9. Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party platforms such as:
- Email marketing software (e.g. Mailchimp, ConvertKit)
- Analytics tools (e.g. Google Analytics)
- Embedded platforms (e.g. YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn)
These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy as our site evolves. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Your continued use of the site indicates acceptance of any updates.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or your data, please contact:
PharmoniQ
Email: info@pharmoniq.com
Website: www.pharmoniq.com