Rafias Privacy Policy

Rafias (“we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit our website, engage with our content, or contact our team. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use and share it, and the choices you have regarding your personal data.

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By using our website, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

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We collect the following types of information:

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1.1 Information You Provide to Us

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This includes information you voluntarily submit through forms, email, or other direct communication, such as:

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• Name

• Email address

• Institution or affiliation (if provided)

• Any additional information submitted via contact forms

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1.2 Automatically Collected Information

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When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical data, including:

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• IP address

• Browser type and version

• Device type

• Pages visited and time spent on each page

• Referring website or link

• General location (country/state level)

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This information helps us understand usage patterns and improve website functionality.

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1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

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We may use cookies, pixels, and similar tracking technologies to:

• Improve website performance

• Analyze usage trends

• Store user preferences

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You can adjust cookie settings in your browser at any time.

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2. How We Use Your Information

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We use collected data for the following purposes:

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• To respond to inquiries or contact requests

• To operate, maintain, and improve our website

• To analyze website usage and performance

• To enhance user experience

• To comply with applicable laws or regulations

• To protect the security and integrity of our website

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We do not sell personal data.

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3. How We Share Information

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We only share your information in limited circumstances:

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3.1 Service Providers

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We may share data with trusted service providers who support our operations, such as:

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• Website hosting providers

• Analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics)

• Email communication tools

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These providers are permitted to use personal information only as necessary to provide their services.

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3.2 Legal Compliance

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We may disclose information if required by law or to:

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• Comply with legal obligations

• Respond to lawful requests from authorities

• Protect our rights, safety, or property

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We do not share personal information with advertisers or unrelated third parties.

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4. Data Security

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We implement reasonable technical and administrative measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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5. Data Retention

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We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

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• Fulfill the purpose for which it was collected

• Comply with legal or regulatory obligations

• Maintain legitimate business interests

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You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 7).

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6. Children’s Privacy

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Our website is not intended for children under the age of 16.

We do not knowingly collect or store personal information from children.
If we learn that data from a child has been collected, we will delete it promptly.

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7. Your Rights and Choices

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Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

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• Access the personal data we hold about you

• Request corrections or updates

• Request deletion of your information

• Opt out of analytics tracking

• Withdraw consent where applicable

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To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: eheller@rafias.us

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8. External Links

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Our website may contain links to third-party websites or publications.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of external sites.

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9. International Visitors

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If you are visiting our website from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be processed and stored in the U.S., where privacy laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

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10. Updates to This Policy

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We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

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We encourage you to review this policy regularly.