Privacy Policy

Last updated: 2026-04-25

OligoDesign is a web platform for assay analysis and design. This policy explains what information is collected, how it is used, and how it is protected. The goal is to be transparent and minimal: only the data necessary to operate and improve the platform is collected.

Information we collect

• Account information: name, email address, and authentication data.
• User content: sequences, analyses, saved workflows, and community posts you choose to create or store.
• Technical and usage data: IP address, browser type, device information, and basic logs used for security, debugging, and performance monitoring.

How information is used

• To authenticate users and maintain account security.
• To generate analysis results and store saved work where applicable.
• To operate community features and moderate public content.
• To improve reliability, performance, and educational content.

Cookies and similar technologies

OligoDesign uses cookies and local storage for essential functionality such as login sessions, user preferences, and application state.

Advertising and third-party services

OligoDesign may use third-party services, including Google AdSense, to display advertisements. These services may use cookies, web beacons, or similar technologies to collect information about your visits to this and other websites in order to provide relevant advertisements.

Google may use the DoubleClick cookie to serve ads based on your visits to this site and other sites on the Internet. You can learn more about how Google uses data by visiting: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting: https://adssettings.google.com

Data sharing

OligoDesign does not sell personal information. Data may be processed by trusted service providers for hosting, infrastructure, email delivery, and analytics, strictly for the purpose of operating the platform.

Public content

Content you choose to publish in community or public areas may be visible to other users and visitors. Please avoid sharing sensitive or proprietary information in public sections.

Data retention

Account data and saved content are retained as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

Your rights

You may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data by contacting us. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe.

Security

Reasonable technical and organizational measures are used to protect your data. However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

Contact

For privacy questions or requests, contact [email protected].