AgBioForum is committed to protecting the privacy of its members, readers, and visitors. To this end, AgBioForum has developed the following privacy policy.

What information does AgBioForum receive and how is it used?

Unlike many web sites, AgBioForum does not use bits of data called cookies that are stored on users’ computers to simulate a continuous connection and to gather reader information. Members, readers, and visitors of AgBioForum can be assured that their identities are not traced as they browse our web site. AgBioForum does use aggregated information to evaluate users’ preferences, improve programming, and facilitate third party reporting of Internet usage.

Members submit an electronic form that contains limited contact and demographic information. This information allows AgBioForum to communicate with its members.

Readers can also choose to supply AgBioForum feedback or comments through two different types of electronic forms: (1) feedback to specific articles and (2) feedback to AgBioForum as a whole. Any comment submitted to AgBioForum through the first form is automatically posted in a password-protected area, in which the corresponding authors have exclusive access. In this way, AgBioForum facilitates communication between readers and authors. Any comment submitted through the second form is solely used for improving AgBioForum.

May I choose what information I disclose?

Email address is the only required information for one to become a member, as it is necessary for the delivery of AgBioForum‘s quarterly newsletter. Other requested information is optional and may be given at a member’s discretion. Feedback to authors, editors, and web administration is optional and may be given at a reader’s discretion.

May I choose what communications I receive?

AgBioForum sends out a quarterly newsletter via email to its members highlighting new features of the site and notifying them on publication dates. In addition, from time to time, AgBioForum sends calls for papers or calls for participation in online conferences to its members. Members may choose not to receive such communication by checking the appropriate box on the membership form.

What if I need to update my personal information?

AgBioForum encourages its members to update their personal information and keep it current. To update your personal information simply submit another membership form and check the appropriate box on the form indicating update of existing membership information.

What kind of security policy is used to protect my information?

We store all user information in secure databases protected via the latest firewall technology. This data is accessed only for the purposes specified in this privacy statement.

Who has access to my information?

The purpose of using personally identified information is to facilitate communication among the AgBioForum community. No personal information whatsoever is sold or shared with commercial vendors or other entities for any purpose.

Who can I contact if I have any questions regarding my privacy?

Please contact us directly at admin@agbioforum.org with any questions or comments.