Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 12, 2024


Introduction

Welcome to BIOFABRICATE (“we,” “our,” or “us”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the personal information of users ("you" or "your") of our websites [www.biofabricate.co and www.biofab.earth], online membership services, and attendees of our in-person annual summit.

By accessing our website, signing up for our online membership, or participating in our events, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

1. Information You Provide

  • Account Information: When you sign up for an online membership or register for our annual summit, we collect information such as your name, email address, username and password (via a secure third-party membership plugin Memberspace), phone number, payment details (collected via secure third-party payment processors Squarespace Payments and Lemon Squeezy), and other relevant information.

  • Communications: If you contact us, we collect information such as your email, phone number, and the contents of your communication.

  • Membership & Company Directories: our directories are created using a third-party tool developed, maintained and run by Community Box. To see how they collect and use data please refer to Appendix 1 at the end of this policy


2. Information We Collect Automatically

  • Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to track your interactions with our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.

  • Log Data: We automatically collect log information when you use our website, such as your browser type, operating system, and time spent on our website.


3. Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, such as payment processors, social media platforms, or marketing partners, which will be treated in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

  1. To Provide Services: We use your information to facilitate your online membership, process event registrations, and manage in-person attendance at our annual summit.

  2. Communications: We use your email and contact information to send you updates, newsletters, event information, and other relevant communications.

  3. Payment Processing: We collect payment details to process membership fees, event tickets, and any other transactions.

  4. Improve Services: We analyze usage data to improve our website and services, including customer support and event planning.

  5. Marketing: With your consent, we may send you promotional materials and information about upcoming events, products, or services.

  6. Compliance: We use your information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track the activity on our website and store certain information. Cookies are small data files stored on your device. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, though some features of the Service may not function properly without them.

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your data in the following situations:

  • Service Providers: We work with third-party companies to facilitate our Service (e.g., payment processors, event management platforms, email service providers and membership account service providers) who have access to your personal data to perform tasks on our behalf.

  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of BIOFABRICATE, our users, or others.

  • Event Partners: We may share your information with sponsors, speakers, or partners related to the annual summit for event-related purposes.

  • Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Security of Your Information

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet-based service can be fully secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

Your Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: You can request access to the information we hold about you.

  • Correction: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Deletion: You can request that we delete your data, subject to certain exceptions (e.g., if required for legal compliance).

  • Opt-out of Marketing Communications: You can opt-out of receiving promotional emails by following the unsubscribe instructions in those emails.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at hello [@] biofabricate dot co

International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the country where we operate, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, and processed in, countries that may not have the same data protection laws as your country of residence. By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.

Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not directed toward individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected information from a child under the age of 18, we will take steps to delete such information.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be effective when posted on this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates. Your continued use of our Service after any modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

BIOFABRICATE LLC
Email: hello [@] biofabricate dot co
Phone: +1 ‪(201) 467-8001‬
Address: 694 Hicks Street, #1, Brooklyn, NY 11231

This Privacy Policy is designed to ensure transparency and trust with our users. Please reach out if you need further clarification or assistance.

Last Updated: September 12, 2024

Appendix 1 (Community Box)

In the following Policy,  "we" refers to Fraction 7, Ltd, makers of Community Box

1. What data we store on your device
We do not store any data on your device.

2. What we track
We monitor activity in, and uploads to, Boxes. This is both to ensure there are no violations of the Terms and Conditions, or in order to comply with requests from law enforcement or other authorized government agencies.

3. What data we store
We store any data that is necessary for the display and processing of a Box (e.g., the box contents themselves, and any settings or customisations that have been made to the Boxes). We also store your contact details so that we can get in touch with you for purposes in connection with the business. We also store usage metrics in order for our internal teams to improve the Community Box experience.


4. What data we share
We are committed to your privacy and we do not share data with any 3rd parties, except in the case of requests from law enforcement and other authorized government agencies.

5. How we process your data
Your data is stored and processed in the form of reports, and real-time monitoring and metrics. These are used internally within our company to allow us to improve our services so we can improve the Community Box user experience.

6. How you can obtain and erase the data we store about you
If you wish to obtain copies of any data we store about you, or for us to erase that data (note that this would imply terminating your account with us), then you can email hello@communitybox.co with the subject line "GDPR request" and we will follow up with you to ascertain what action is required.