1. Introduction
At Fides Clinical Research, we value your trust and are committed to safeguarding your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains in detail how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal
and health-related information when you visit our website, express interest in participating
in a clinical trial, or take part in one of our studies.
We comply with applicable privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and
Accountability Act (HIPAA) in the United States, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
in the European Union, and other relevant local regulations.
2. Scope of This Policy
This policy applies to all visitors to our website, potential and enrolled study participants,
and any other individuals whose personal data we process in connection with our clinical trial
activities. It covers both online and offline data collection methods.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We will only share your personal information with:
- Authorized members of the research team and study sponsors.
- Regulatory authorities (e.g., FDA, EMA) as required by law.
- Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) or Ethics Committees overseeing the study.
- Service providers who assist us with data storage, IT support, or communications, bound by confidentiality agreements.
We will never sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
6. Data Storage, Security, and Retention
We implement strict technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including
encryption, secure servers, and role-based access controls.
Your data will be retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in
this policy or as required by applicable laws and regulations. Once retention periods expire,
data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your personal data.
- Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your data, subject to legal and regulatory requirements.
- Restrict or object to certain types of processing.
- Withdraw your consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
- Lodge a complaint with a relevant data protection authority.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience,
analyze site traffic, and improve our services. You can manage or disable cookies through
your browser settings, though some features of the site may not function properly without them.
9. International Data Transfers
If your data is transferred outside your country of residence, we will ensure that appropriate
safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses or equivalent legal mechanisms,
to protect your privacy.
10. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices,
technology, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised
“Last Updated” date.
