Privacy policy.

Halocline Research Group (“HRG,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you interact with our websites, services, and research initiatives (collectively, the “Services”).

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide Directly

  • Contact details (name, email, phone number, organization)

  • Account registration details (if applicable)

  • Submissions in research studies, surveys, or forms

b. Information Collected Automatically

  • Device and browser information (IP address, operating system, user-agent)

  • Usage data (pages visited, time on site, clicks, referring URLs)

  • Cookies or similar tracking technologies

c. Research-Related Information
If you participate in research projects, we may collect additional information subject to specific study consent forms.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide, operate, and improve our Services

  • Conduct research and analysis

  • Communicate with you (updates, newsletters, support)

  • Maintain security and prevent misuse

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information only in the following cases:

  • With trusted service providers (IT, analytics, hosting) under confidentiality agreements

  • For research collaboration, where data is anonymized or aggregated

  • If required by law, regulation, or legal process

  • In connection with business restructuring (e.g., merger, acquisition)

4. Cookies and Tracking

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze usage. You can manage cookies through your browser settings, though disabling them may limit functionality.

5. Data Security

We employ technical, organizational, and administrative safeguards to protect personal information. However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

  • Access, update, or delete your personal data

  • Object to or restrict processing

  • Withdraw consent at any time (where applicable)

  • Request data portability

Requests can be submitted by contacting us at the address below.

8. International Data Transfers

If you access our Services outside [Insert Country], your data may be transferred and processed in countries with different data protection laws.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 13 (or the age of majority in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect information from minors without appropriate consent.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.