Privacy Policy

Alden Scientific, Inc.

Effective Date: June 15, 2026

1. Introduction

Alden Scientific, Inc. ("Alden Scientific," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our website (www.aldenscientific.com) or interact with us. Please read it carefully.

By using our website, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our site.

2. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Name, email address, phone number, and company affiliation when you contact us or request information

  • Messages, inquiries, or feedback you submit through our website

  • Business information provided in the context of potential partnerships or collaborations

Information Collected Automatically

  • IP address, browser type, operating system, and referring URLs

  • Pages visited, time spent on site, and navigation patterns (via cookies and similar technologies)

  • Device identifiers and general location data

Information from Third Parties

We may receive limited information from analytics providers, business partners, or publicly available sources to help us improve our services and communications.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your inquiries and provide requested information about our products and services

  • Send relevant scientific updates, news, and communications (with your consent)

  • Improve our website functionality, content, and user experience

  • Analyze usage trends and measure the effectiveness of our outreach

  • Comply with legal obligations and protect our legal rights

  • Prevent fraud, security incidents, and other harmful activity

4. Sharing Your Information

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

  • with vendors who assist with website hosting, analytics, email delivery, and IT support, under confidentiality obligations Service Providers:

  • in connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with appropriate protections

  • when required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, safety, or property of Alden Scientific or others

  • for any other purpose you have explicitly authorized

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and gather analytics. You can control cookie settings through your browser. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality. We do not respond to "Do Not Track" browser signals at this time.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When information is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:

  • Access the personal information we hold about you

  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information

  • Request deletion of your personal information

  • Opt out of marketing communications at any time (via unsubscribe links or by contacting us)

To exercise these rights, contact us at the address below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe consistent with applicable law.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us and we will promptly delete it.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. California Privacy Rights

California residents may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), including the right to know, delete, and opt out of certain uses of personal information. We do not sell personal information. To submit a request or learn more, please contact us using the information below.

12. International Users

Alden Scientific is based in the United States. If you access our website from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will post the revised policy on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Alden Scientific, Inc.

One Broadway, 14th floor

Cambridge, MA 02142

Email: info@aldenscientific.com

Website: www.aldenscientific.com