1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide to Us

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Contact Information: Name, email address, and other contact details when you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
• Comments and Feedback: Content you submit through comment sections or feedback forms
• Communication Data: Information you provide when corresponding with us

1.2 Information Automatically Collected

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior:

• Log Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and access times
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies
• Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our website
• Device Information: Device type, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information

1.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third-party services, including:

• Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Social media platforms (if you interact with our social media content)
• Advertising networks

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

3.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our services. We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until deleted).

3.2 Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (if applicable)

3.3 Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

4. Third-Party Services

5. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

• Website hosting and maintenance
• Data analysis and analytics
• Email delivery services
• Customer support

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Legal process or government requests
• Enforcement of our Terms of Service
• Protection of our rights, property, or safety
• Investigation of fraud or security issues

5.3 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure server infrastructure

7. Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Factors affecting retention include:

• The nature of the information collected
• Legal and regulatory requirements
• Potential legal claims
• Your communication preferences

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

8.1 General Rights

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your information
• Objection: Object to processing of your information
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing
• Portability: Request transfer of your information
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

8.2 How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe.

9. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13 (or 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and maintained on servers located outside of your country, where data protection laws may differ. By using our website, you consent to such transfers. We take steps to ensure your information receives adequate protection.

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• Right to deletion of personal information
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

• Legal basis for processing your information
• Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to automated decision-making

13. Email Communications

If you subscribe to our newsletter or communications:

• We will send you updates, news, and information about PFAS
• You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in our emails
• We will not share your email address with third parties for their marketing purposes
• Transactional emails (e.g., responses to your inquiries) cannot be opted out of

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:

• We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top
• Significant changes will be prominently posted on our website
• Your continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance
• We encourage you to review this policy periodically

1. General Information Purpose

PFAS News provides news, articles, summaries of scientific research, news of developments in PFAS-related regulations, as well as educational material about PFAS (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) and environmental health issues. Even if a great deal of care has been taken to ensure that this information is accurate, up-to-date, and reliable, PFAS News does not make any representations, express or implied, as to:

• The completeness, accuracy, or truth of information
• Relevance of information for a particular purpose
• Availability of, or timeliness in, subject matter
• The answer that may be gained by employing this information

2. No Professional Advice

2.1 Medical & Health Information

For general information only, this resource provides materials discussing PFAS exposure, health consequences, symptoms, as well as related issues in medicine. That said, here’s what you should do for guidance from certified experts to tackle potential PFAS-related health issues:

• Consult qualified healthcare professionals for any health-related issues
• Never disregard professional medical advice because of what is read on this website
• Contact emergency services as needed
• Discuss any health issues with your doctor

2.2 Legal and Regulatory Information

Content related to laws, regulations, compliance, legal cases, or legal issues should not be taken as legal advice. The law is subject to varying jurisdictions and is always changing. You should:

• Consult licensed attorneys for any legal issues
• Verify current regulatory compliance with appropriate authorities
• Not rely solely upon our content for legal advice

2.3 Scientific and Technical Information

While we report on scientific research and technical data, this does not constitute scientific consultation or technical recommendations. Scientific understanding of PFAS is constantly evolving, and individual studies may have limitations.

2.4 Environmental and Safety Guidelines

Data about environmental contamination, cleanup procedures, as well as environmental safety guidelines should never substitute expert environmental analysis or environmental safety advice.

3. Accuracy and Timeliness of Information

Users must independently verify critical information before making decisions based on it. We do not warrant that the content is error-free, comprehensive, or current at all times.

4. Third-Party Content and Links

4.1 External Links

PFAS News may include links to other websites, articles, studies, government documents, and other sources of information that are outside of PFAS News’ control. For clarity, PFAS News does not:

• Endorse or assume responsibility for external content
• Monitor/control Third Party website
• Verify information from outside sources for correctness
• Assume responsibility for damage resulting from usage of other Internet pages

4.2 Referenced Sources

While referring to or summing up any third-party source, precision is what we aim for, but those sum-ups shouldn’t be alternates to original source perusal. One should always refer to original research papers, original documents, etc. for more details.

5. Reporting of News and Editorial Content

Articles, news, and opinion pieces posted on PFAS News constitute information available to authors at a certain time of publication. These include:

• Based upon available information & source material as of writing date
• May include opinion, analysis, comment
• May not present an official stance or endorsement
• Should not be regarded as comprehensive coverage of all information
• May become obsolete as more information is uncovered

6. Scientific Research Information

6.1 Research Reporting

While writing scientific study reports, and scientific research results:

• We aim to accurately portray published research
• Our summaries are explained in a simplified manner
• Individual studies could contain flaws, as well as present pilot data
• Scientific Consensus Regarding PFAS Matters is an Ever-Changing Term
• Please refer to original literature for more details

6.2 Interpretation of Research

Scientific research is to be explained by experts in science. Our reporting is neither scientific explanation, peer review, nor expert analysis.

7. User-Generated Content

As long as our website features comment, forum, or blog postings by users, for example:

• This is an opinion shared by individuals, which is distinct from PFAS News
• We do not promote, support, or look for accuracy in User Content
• We do not control, monitor, and cannot give any warranties in respect of, the truth, legality, and appropriateness of user contributions
• We maintain/reserve the right to moderate, to modify, to delete any posted material at our discretion
• Users’ duties include taking care of their posts

8. Limitation of Liability

9. No Guarantees or Warranties

PFAS News is available to you “as is” and “as available” without warranty of any kind, either express or implied. PFAS News does not guarantee that:

• Our website shall always be up and running without any errors
• Flaws shall be rectified instantly
• Our servers do not contain viruses or harmful parts
• Information is all complete, accurate, or up-to-date
• The website shall accommodate your requirements
• The results yielded from the website shall be accurate/reliable

10. Personal Health & Safety Issues

11. Regulatory and Compliance Information

Data regarding regulations, standards, compliance, or legal cases:

• May vary substantially by country, state, or other jurisdictions
• Frequently changing, may quickly become outdated
• Must not be relied upon for compliance determinations
• Does not constitute legal interpretation advice
• May not be up-to-date regarding current regulatory approvals

All individuals must turn to an attorney as well as to other legal bodies for compliance in this respect.

12. Commercial Products & Services

In cases that involve referring, reviewing, or mentioning commercial products, services, companies, or technologies:

• These references shall in no manner constitute an endorsement
• We do not warranty products as to quality, safety, or efficacy
• Users ought to carry out researches as well as due diligence
• We aren’t responsible for transactions between Users and Third Parties

13. Content Aggregation & Information Compilation

13.1 Nature of Content

Information, news, articles, research summaries, as well as other PFAS-related information posted at PFAS News (www.pfasnews.com) is primarily for general information, references, and aggregations only, in consideration of the following understandings:

• Information Compilation: A large portion of the information contained in this website is in the form of compilation of information from several sources, including publications, news publications, regulatory publications, as well as other publicly available information.
• For Reference Only: All of this information is for reference only, for those who have an interest in PFAS-related issues, but is in no way to be taken as definitive, comprehensive, or official advice.
• Lack of Official Position: The subject matter contained in this website does not constitute an official stance, opinion, stance, or recommendation from PFAS News, those behind this news portal, or any of its affiliates.
• Administrator Neutrality: The website administrator is a curator of information who does not express support for, argue in favor of, or officially adopt positions regarding issues, perspectives, or findings discussed in the compiled resources.

13.2 No Liability for Use of Information

13.3 Independent Verification Required

Prior to reaching any kind of decisions or taking actions based on information available from this website, you have to:

• Conduct your own independent research verification
• Please consult an appropriate attorney in cases dealing with legal rights, duties, or obligations
• Take advice from experts in licensed fields (medical, scientific, environmental, etc.)
• Check facts from original source texts and official organizations
• Take into account your particular situation, legal system, and regulations

13.4 Intellectual Property and Copyright Notice

PFAS News takes into consideration the rights of property of other people. Should you find that any of the published material from this website is violating your copyrights, for instance, you should:

• Notification: Contact the website administrator immediately at [email protected]. Provide as much information as possible regarding the claimed violation.
• Required Information: Your message should include:
  • Identification of a work of copyright or property of the mind allegedly infringed
  • Specification of what is claimed to be an infringing part of our website
  • Information about Yourself (Your Name, Email Address, Phone Number)
  • A statement of good faith belief that a use is unauthorized
  • Proof of ownership of, or authorization to proceed in, the claimed rights
• Removal Procedure: If we received acceptable notices of claimed copyright infringement after suitable verification, we shall initiate removal of access to allegedly violative material by taking effective measures in this respect as appropriate to the circumstances of those cases.
• Good Faith Efforts: Make good faith efforts to respect Intellectual Properties, and work to resolve any issues associated with them.

13.5 No Attorney-Client Relationship

14. Geographic Limitations

PFAS News is run by a person from Japan. The news shared may relate in different ways, depending on where you are located:

• Laws, regulations, and standards vary substantially by jurisdiction
• Certain content may be more pertinent to certain regions
• Local bylaws always have priority
• As much as possible, international news is incorporated, but constraints may apply

15. Amendments to this Disclaimer

We may from time to time, without prior notice to you, modify this Disclaimer statement, so as to make it subject to an updated “Last Updated” date as posted to this website. Your continued use of PFAS News shall be deemed as an indication of consent to this Disclaimer in its updated form. We encourage you to review this Disclaimer periodically.

16. Severability

Should any provision of this Disclaimer be deemed by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable, this Disclaimer shall remain in full force and effect to the extent possible.

17. Entire Agreement

Disclaimer, together with our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, is a complete understanding between you and PFAS News in relation to claims and limitations of liabilities in using our website.