Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 20, 2025
Welcome to Learn Microbiology, located at https://learnmicrobiology.com (the “Website”). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information, and outlines your rights in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy laws globally.
This Privacy Policy applies to all users, visitors, and subscribers who access or use our Website from any location. By using the Website, you agree to the terms of this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Website.
Who We Are
Business Name: Learn Microbiology
Website URL: https://learnmicrobiology.com
Email: admin@learnmicrobiology.com
Address: Jharkhand, India
Learn Microbiology is an educational platform offering content on microbiology including study materials, quizzes, research summaries, and career resources.
What Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
A. Information You Provide Voluntarily
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (if shared)
- Comments or feedback
- Subscription details (e.g., newsletter signup)
B. Information Collected Automatically
- IP address
- Device identifiers
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring URL
- Cookies and tracking data
C. Commercial Information
- Products, services, or content you’ve interacted with
- Purchase or download history (if applicable)
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
We process your data under the following lawful bases:
- Consent– For email subscriptions and marketing
- Contract– To provide requested services
- Legal obligation– If required by law
- Legitimate interest– To improve user experience, security, and performance
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Operate and maintain the Website
- Communicate with you (e.g., newsletters, replies)
- Analyze and improve our content and functionality
- Prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Recognize returning users
- Analyze site traffic
- Personalize content and ads
- You can control or disable cookies via your browser settings.
Analytics and Third-Party Services
We use privacy-focused analytics software (such as Google Analytics) to collect anonymized data. No personally identifiable information is permanently stored.
We may also use:
- Google Analytics
- MailPoet (for newsletters)
- Advertising platforms (e.g., Google AdSense)
These services may have access to your data to perform specific functions, but are bound by their own privacy policies and confidentiality obligations.
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your data with:
- Service providers under strict data protection agreements.
- Legal authorities, if required by law or to protect our rights.
International Data Transfers
If you are accessing our Website from outside India, please note that your data may be transferred to, stored, or processed in India or other countries. We implement appropriate safeguards to ensure your data is treated securely in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary:
- Contact details (until opt-out)
- Analytics and cookies (as per browser or tool settings)
- Email subscription data (until you unsubscribe)
- Legal or financial data (as required by law)
Children's Privacy
Our Website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
Under GDPR (EU/UK users):
- Right to access your data
- Right to correct or delete your data
- Right to data portability
- Right to restrict or object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Under CCPA (California users):
- Right to know what personal data is collected and used
- Right to delete your personal information
- Right to opt-out of data sharing/sale
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
For All Users:
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in emails or contacting us directly.
Exercising Your Rights
You can make a privacy-related request by emailing us at:
admin@learnmicrobiology.com
To verify your identity, we may request:
- Name
- Email address
- Additional identification (if necessary)
We will respond to valid requests within 30 days unless an extension is required by law.
Data Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures, including:
- SSL encryption
- Access controls
- Secure backups
- Regular security reviews
Despite our efforts, no method of data transmission or storage is completely secure.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer “Do Not Track” features. We currently do not respond to these signals due to the lack of a consistent industry standard.
Third-Party Links
Our Website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such websites. Please review their privacy policies before submitting personal information.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Continued use of the Website indicates your acceptance of the revised terms.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Learn Microbiology
Jharkhand, India admin@learnmicrobiology.com