Privacy policy

Introduction :

Welcome to ResPar, the platform revolutionizing research collaboration. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how ResPar collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your personal data when you use our services.

Who We Are :

ResPar is a digital platform that connects researchers, mentees (research assistants), statisticians, and service providers to streamline the research process. By registering on ResPar, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect :

When you register or interact with ResPar, we may collect the following personal information:

• Full name
• Institutional email address
• Phone number
• University, specialty, and academic level
• National ID or IQAMA (if required for verification)
• CV or qualification documents

Automatically Collected Information :

We also automatically collect:

• IP address
• Device and browser information
• Access logs
• Usage statistics within the platform

How We Use Your Information :

We use your information to:

• Facilitate communication between researchers and mentees
• Verify your identity and academic background
• Track your progress and performance in projects
• Enable survey participation and point collection
• Generate and manage vouchers and rewards
• Customize and improve your platform experience
• Send updates, reminders, and educational content
• Maintain security and prevent fraud or abuse

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Alignment) :

We collect and process your information based on:

• Your Consent (when registering or submitting forms)
• Performance of a Contract (when engaging in research opportunities)
• Legal Obligations (when required for regulatory compliance)
• Legitimate Interests (such as improving services or communication)

Sharing Your Information :

Your data is never sold. We may share your information with:

• Internal team members for project coordination
• Researchers/mentors for progress tracking (only relevant data)
• Statisticians or editors (only when involved in your research)
• Payment service providers (for transactions and refunds)
• Government or legal authorities if required by law

Data Retention :

We retain your information as long as:

• You have an active account on ResPar
• You are involved in any ongoing project
• It is required for legal or administrative purposes
• You may request data deletion anytime (except where we are legally obliged to retain it).

Your Rights :

You have the following rights:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request correction or deletion of your data
• Object to processing in certain circumstances
• To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy@resparlink.com

Cookies and Analytics :

We use cookies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Track activity for performance analytics
• Improve navigation and personalization
• You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may stop working.

Data Security :

We implement:

• End-to-end encryption for data storage and transfer
• Role-based access control
• Secure cloud storage compliant with international standards
• Regular audits and penetration testing
• Despite our efforts, no online platform can guarantee 100% security.

International Transfers :

If you are using ResPar from outside Saudi Arabia, your information may be transferred to and stored in servers inside the KSA or other countries with adequate protection levels.

Third-Party Links :

ResPar may contain links to external services or partners. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those websites.

Changes to This Policy :

We may update this policy occasionally. We'll notify users via email or in-app alerts. Continued use of the platform after changes means you accept the updated terms.

Contact Us :

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• 📧 privacy@resparlink.com
• 📍 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia