Effective Date: 01 Sept 2025
DDDAS (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any personal information you may provide while using our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your data.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you use our website:
- Personal Information (if submitted voluntarily): such as your name, email address, or affiliation if you contact us or sign up for updates.
- Usage Data: including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the site.
- Cookies: small files placed on your device to improve website functionality and analyze traffic.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use collected information for purposes such as:
- Providing access to academic publications.
- Improving website functionality and user experience.
- Responding to inquiries or feedback.
- Maintaining website security and performance.
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
3. Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to understand site usage and improve performance. You can control cookies through your browser settings.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may disclose information only in the following situations:
- To comply with legal obligations.
- To protect against unlawful activity, fraud, or security issues.
- To service providers who assist in operating the website (e.g., hosting providers), under confidentiality obligations.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your data. However, no website or internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access, correct, or delete personal data we hold about you.
- Restrict or object to certain types of data processing.
- Withdraw consent (where applicable).
7. External Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites.
8. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed toward children under 13 (or the relevant age of digital consent in your region). We do not knowingly collect information from children.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
DDDAS
alexaved@gmail.com