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Privacy policy

How we handle your data and privacy

Introduction

OpenChemFacts is committed to protecting the privacy of its users.
This Privacy Policy explains how personal data may be collected, used, and processed when accessing or interacting with the OpenChemFacts website and related services.

Data Controller

The OpenChemFacts website is operated by Alban Fournier, as a private individual. For any questions related to privacy or personal data, you may contact:
Email: alban@openchemfacts.com
For additional legal information, please see our Legal Information page.

Website Hosting and Usage Data

The OpenChemFacts website (frontend) is hosted on the Lovable platform, which may automatically collect technical and usage data (such as IP address, browser type, and pages visited) for security and performance monitoring purposes. The API and backend services are hosted on Scalingo (France).

Contributions and Feedback (Featurebase)

OpenChemFacts uses Featurebase to facilitate feedback and contributions. Personal data (such as name, email address, and contribution content) may be processed by Featurebase under its own privacy policy.

Contact Management and Outreach (HubSpot)

OpenChemFacts uses HubSpot as a CRM tool for communication and outreach. Personal data (such as name, email address, and organization) collected through direct contact may be processed for project-related communication purposes. Personal data is never sold or shared for advertising purposes.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

The OpenChemFacts website itself does not use advertising cookies.
However, third-party tools and platforms used by the website (such as Lovable, Featurebase, or HubSpot) may use cookies or similar technologies for their own operational purposes. Users are encouraged to consult the respective privacy policies of these services for more information.

Data Retention

Personal data is retained only for as long as necessary to :

  • fulfill the purposes described in this policy,
  • comply with legal obligations,
  • or maintain ongoing professional or project-related communication.

Data may be deleted upon request, unless legal retention obligations apply.

User Rights

In accordance with applicable data protection regulations (including the GDPR), users have the right to :

  • access their personal data,
  • request correction or deletion,
  • object to or restrict processing,
  • request data portability where applicable.

Requests can be made by contacting: alban@openchemfacts.com

Data Security

Reasonable technical and organizational measures are implemented to protect personal data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no online service can guarantee absolute security.

Changes to this Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in the website, tools used, or legal requirements. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically.

Applicable Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by French law.