Privacy Policy

Veridyn Diagnostics LLC ("Veridyn," "we," "us," or "our") operates the website at veridyndiagnostics.com (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit the Site, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding that information.

This Site is a public-facing informational and educational resource. We do not currently collect, store, or process any protected health information (PHI) through this website.

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Policy.

Veridyn Diagnostics LLC is an early-stage women's health diagnostics company incorporated under the laws of the State of California. We are working to develop molecular diagnostic tests for endometriosis and adenomyosis.

Our contact information for privacy matters is: contact@veridyndiagnostics.com

Information You Provide Directly

When you submit our contact form or sign up for email updates, we may collect:

• Your name
• Your email address
• Any message or inquiry you submit
• Any other information you voluntarily provide

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and analytics tools:

• Browser type and version
• Device type (desktop, tablet, mobile)
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referring URLs (how you arrived at the Site)
• General geographic location (country and city level, derived from IP address)
• Interaction data such as clicks and scroll depth

As set out above, this Site does not ask you to submit medical information, diagnosis, symptoms, or reproductive health details, and we do not currently collect protected health information (PHI) through this website. If you nonetheless voluntarily include personal health or reproductive health information in a contact form, email, or other communication to us, we treat that information with heightened care.

We do not disclose reproductive health information to any government agency, law enforcement body, or other third party seeking to investigate, penalize, or take adverse action against any person in connection with their reproductive healthcare decisions, except where we are compelled to do so by valid legal process that we are required by law to honor, and then only to the minimum extent required.

If you have concerns about sharing sensitive health information with us, we encourage you to omit those details from any communication and instead describe your inquiry in general terms.

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To respond to your inquiries and contact form submissions
• To send you updates, news, and educational content you have opted into receiving
• To understand how visitors use the Site so we can improve content and navigation
• To monitor Site performance and diagnose technical problems
• To comply with applicable legal obligations
• To protect the security and integrity of the Site

We do not use your information to make automated decisions that produce legal or similarly significant effects on you.

Squarespace Analytics

This Site is built on the Squarespace platform. Squarespace uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide core website functionality and gather analytics data about visitor behavior. Squarespace's data practices are governed by their Privacy Policy (opens in new tab).

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with the Site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymized usage data, including pages visited, session duration, and general location. This data is processed by Google in accordance with their Privacy Policy (opens in new tab).

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on (opens in new tab).

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential cookies: Required for the Site to function correctly (e.g., session management by Squarespace)
• Analytics cookies: Used to collect anonymized data about how visitors use the Site (Google Analytics and Squarespace Analytics)

We do not use advertising, retargeting, or marketing cookies. We do not sell any data to advertisers.

Do Not Track and Global Privacy Control

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal or a Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal. Because we do not sell or share personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising, and we do not use advertising or retargeting cookies, we do not currently distinguish between visitors who send a DNT or GPC signal and those who do not. If our data practices change in the future, we will update this section to describe how we respond to these signals.

If you subscribe to email updates from Veridyn, your email address and name may be stored and processed through Squarespace's built-in email tools or a third-party email service provider such as Mailchimp. These services may set their own cookies and have their own privacy policies.

All marketing emails will include an unsubscribe link. You may withdraw your consent to receive emails at any time by clicking that link or contacting us at contact@veridyndiagnostics.com.

We will never sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers: Third-party vendors who assist us in operating the Site (e.g., Squarespace, Google Analytics, email service providers). These parties are contractually obligated to handle your data only as directed by us and to maintain appropriate security measures.
• Legal requirements: If required by applicable law, court order, or governmental authority, we may disclose your information.
• Protection of rights: If we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Veridyn, our users, or the public.
• Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have.

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, to comply with our legal obligations, or to resolve disputes.

Contact form submissions are retained for as long as needed to respond to your inquiry and for a reasonable period thereafter for record-keeping purposes. Email subscriber data is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion. Analytics data is retained in accordance with the data retention settings of Google Analytics and Squarespace.

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. These may include the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Object to or restrict our processing of your information
• Request a portable copy of your data in a machine-readable format
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on your consent
• Lodge a complaint with your national or regional data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at contact@veridyndiagnostics.com. We will respond within 30 days of receiving a verified request. We may need to verify your identity before fulfilling certain requests.

Veridyn Diagnostics LLC is based in the United States. If you are visiting from the European Union, European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or another region with data protection laws that differ from those of the United States, please be aware that your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States.

For EU and EEA Residents

If you are located in the European Union or European Economic Area, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) provides you with certain rights in relation to your personal data. Our legal basis for processing your information is:

• Consent: Where you have given us clear consent to process your data for a specific purpose (e.g., email subscriptions)
• Legitimate interests: Where processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, such as responding to inquiries and improving the Site, and these interests are not overridden by your rights
• Legal obligation: Where processing is necessary to comply with a legal obligation

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.

For California Residents (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants you additional rights, including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to request deletion, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To exercise your rights, contact us at contact@veridyndiagnostics.com.

The Site is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will promptly delete that information.

The Site may contain links to external websites, including research publications, scientific databases, crowdfunding platforms, and partner organizations. These sites are not operated by Veridyn, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. The Site is hosted on Squarespace, which maintains industry-standard security practices including SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit.

No method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or applicable law. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised Policy.

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us.