Privacy Policy
Last Updated: October 30, 2026 • Compliant with GDPR, CCPA & Academic Data Protocols
1. Our Commitment to Reader Privacy
The BIO Magazine operates with a strict principle of scientific discretion. We do not sell, rent, or trade reader personal data to advertising broker networks. Our revenue is driven by reader subscriptions, institutional laboratory licenses, and direct scientific sponsorships.
2. Information We Collect
When you interact with the site, we collect minimal operational information required to deliver services:
- Account & Newsletter Data: Email address and stated category preferences.
- Local Storage Preferences: Reading list bookmarks, font size settings (A-/A/A+), and audio narration play states stored directly in your browser.
- Technical Logs: IP address and browser user-agent used strictly for DDoS mitigation and server load balancing.
3. Cookies & Local Storage
We use strictly necessary cookies to keep you signed in to your Fellow Patron subscription. We do not employ intrusive third-party cross-site trackers.
4. Data Subject Rights & Deletion
You maintain the absolute right to inspect, export, or permanently erase all data associated with your account at any time. Email our Data Protection Officer at privacy@thebiomagazine.com.