Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
Clinigen Ltd. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services. Please read this policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal information.
This policy applies to all information collected through our website, mobile applications, and other digital platforms, as well as information collected through our offline interactions with healthcare professionals, patients, and partners.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:
- Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, professional credentials, and institution details
- Healthcare Professional Information: Medical license number, specialty, and practice information
- Order Information: Medicine requests, prescription details, and patient information (where legally permitted)
- Communication Data: Correspondence with our support team and healthcare professionals
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and usage patterns
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Process and fulfill medicine orders and access program requests
- Verify healthcare professional credentials and institutional affiliations
- Provide patient support services and pharmacovigilance monitoring
- Communicate important updates about orders, shortages, or safety information
- Improve our services and develop new features
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
- Prevent fraud and ensure the security of our platform
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With Healthcare Partners: Pharmaceutical manufacturers, distributors, and healthcare providers involved in patient care
- With Regulatory Authorities: As required by law, including pharmacovigilance reporting obligations
- With Service Providers: Third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., logistics, IT services)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
We do not sell your personal information to third parties.
4. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and audits
- Access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Employee training on data protection and confidentiality
- Secure data centers with physical security measures
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain circumstances
- Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise these rights, please contact our Data Protection Officer at privacy@clinigen.com
6. International Data Transfers
Clinigen operates globally, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence.
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses approved by relevant authorities, Binding Corporate Rules, or adequacy decisions by the European Commission.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. For healthcare-related data, we may retain information for extended periods to comply with pharmacovigilance obligations and medical record requirements. Typical retention periods range from 3 to 10 years depending on the type of data and applicable regulations.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Enable essential website functionality
- Analyze website usage and performance
- Personalize your experience
- Deliver relevant marketing communications
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are intended for healthcare professionals and are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Data Protection Officer
Email: privacy@clinigen.com
Phone: +44 20 7123 4567
Address:
Clinigen Ltd.
Clayton Road
Weybridge, Surrey KT13 0TY
United Kingdom
Additional Information for Specific Regions
European Economic Area (EEA)
If you are located in the EEA, Clinigen Ltd. is the data controller for your personal information. We process your data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable national data protection laws. You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
United States
For US residents, certain state privacy laws may provide additional rights. We comply with applicable state privacy laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA).
United Kingdom
Following Brexit, the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 govern data protection in the UK. Your rights under UK data protection law are substantially the same as under the EU GDPR.