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IVSMDB Specialized Metabolites Database

Privacy Policy

This document outlines how the institutional platform, hosted in Canada (Funio) and administered from Colombia, collects, uses, and protects users’ personal data.

Jurisdiction and Storage

Data is stored on servers located in Canada. The administrator maintains fiscal residence in Colombia, so data protection and legal obligations are governed by both jurisdictions.

Collected Data

  • Account information: name, email address, credentials.
  • Usage metrics: access logs, dataset queries, API activity.
  • Technical logs: IP addresses, browser details, system errors.

Purpose of Processing

  • Operation and maintenance of the platform.
  • Generation of metrics and reports for authors and institutions.
  • Processing of shared revenue and fiscal compliance.

User Rights

Users may exercise their rights to access, rectify, update, port, or delete their data. Requests are handled through the institutional contact channel.

International Transfers

Users consent to their data being processed in Canada and, when applicable, transferred to/from Colombia for administrative and fiscal purposes. Security measures and international agreements are applied to ensure adequate protection.

Retention and Security

Data is retained for reasonable periods based on purpose and legal obligations. Technical and organizational measures are implemented to prevent unauthorized access, loss, or alteration of information.