Fungi Therapy Hub (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is dedicated to providing rigorous, evidence-based research, harm reduction education, and journalism on medicinal, functional, and psychoactive mycology. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit https://www.fungitherapyhub.com.
1. Information We Collect
We respect your privacy and minimize data collection to what is essential for delivering our educational platform:
- Direct Submissions: If you contact us via our contact form or email (
[email protected]), we collect your name, email address, and message contents solely to respond to your inquiry. - Automated Server Logs: Like most standard web servers, our hosting infrastructure automatically logs technical information including your IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URL, pages viewed, and timestamps. This data is collected in aggregate to maintain server security, analyze traffic patterns, and prevent abusive bot behavior.
- Newsletter Subscriptions: If you voluntarily subscribe to research dispatches, we store your email address with encryption. You may unsubscribe at any time via the one-click unsubscribe link in any dispatch.
2. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that enable websites to recognize returning visitors, maintain session preferences, and understand user interaction. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until deleted or expired).
You can choose to disable or selectively turn off our cookies or third-party cookies in your browser settings. However, this may affect how you interact with our site and other websites.
3. Third-Party Advertising and Google AdSense
To support the independent research and maintenance of Fungi Therapy Hub, we may display third-party advertisements served by Google AdSense and authorized advertising partners:
- Third-Party Vendors & Cookies: Google and other third-party advertising partners use cookies (including the DoubleClick cookie) to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website and other websites across the internet.
- Personalized Advertising: Google’s use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve targeted ads based on your browsing history and interests.
- Opt-Out Options: You may opt out of personalized advertising at any time by visiting Google Ads Settings. Alternatively, you can opt out of third-party vendor cookies for personalized advertising by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative at AboutAds.info or Your Online Choices.
4. Affiliate Transparency & FTC Disclosure
In compliance with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines, please be informed that certain external links on Fungi Therapy Hub may be affiliate links. These may include links to verified analytical reagent test kit manufacturers (e.g., DanceSafe, BunkPolice), laboratory glassware, scientific books, and functional mycology cultivation supplies.
If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, Fungi Therapy Hub may receive a modest commission at no extra cost to you. Our editorial coverage, harm reduction rankings, and biochemical assessments are never influenced by affiliate partnerships or commercial considerations. We only reference equipment and resources that meet rigorous scientific and safety standards.
5. External References and Embedded Media
Our scientific articles frequently link to external primary literature (e.g., PubMed, the American Chemical Society, ScienceDirect, and clinical trial registries). Once you leave our domain, your browsing is governed by the privacy practices of the destination website. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit.
6. Data Protection Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
Depending on your geographic location, you may have specific statutory rights regarding your personal information:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – EEA & UK): You have the right to request access to your personal data, request correction of inaccurate data, request erasure (“right to be forgotten”), and request data portability.
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA / CPRA – California): California residents have the right to request disclosure of personal information collected, request deletion, and opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data. We do not sell personal information.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We respond to all verified requests within statutory timeframes.
7. Policy Updates and Contact Information
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect technological, legal, or operational developments. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page indicates the effective date of the current version.
For questions or privacy inquiries, contact:
Fungi Therapy Hub Data Privacy
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.fungitherapyhub.com