Privacy Policy

This privacy policy explains how Pelagic Research Institute ("we", "us", "our") handles information collected through this website. This policy was last updated on January 1, 2026.

Information We Collect

When you visit our website, our servers automatically record standard access log data including your IP address, browser type and version, operating system, referring URL, pages visited, and the date and time of each request. This information is collected solely for operational and security purposes.

Contact Form Submissions

If you contact us via email at inquiries@pelagic-research.org, we retain your name, email address, and message content for the purpose of responding to your inquiry. We do not add this information to marketing lists or share it with third parties.

Cookies and Tracking

This site uses only essential cookies required for basic functionality such as session management. We do not use advertising cookies, tracking pixels, or third-party analytics services. No personally identifiable information is collected through cookies.

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, rent, trade, or otherwise share visitor information with third parties. Server access logs are retained for 90 days for security monitoring and then permanently deleted. We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the safety of our users.

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encrypted connections (TLS/SSL), regular security updates, and restricted access to server infrastructure. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure.

Your Rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal data we hold about you. To exercise these rights, please email inquiries@pelagic-research.org.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact

For privacy-related inquiries, please email inquiries@pelagic-research.org with the subject line "Privacy Inquiry".