Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 1, 2025
Last Updated: February 1, 2025

Welcome to Blilou Lab (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are a research group funded by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), dedicated to advancing plant developmental biology research. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website bliloulab.com.

1. Information We Collect

We collect and process limited personal data for academic and informational purposes. This may include:

• Personal Information: If you contact us via email or forms, we may collect your name, email address, and any information you provide.

• Usage Data: We collect non-personally identifiable data such as browser type, IP address, and website interaction details for analytics and website performance improvement.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience and analyze traffic.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected data to:

• Respond to inquiries and academic collaboration requests.

• Improve our website’s functionality and user experience.

• Conduct research and analyze visitor trends.

We do not sell, rent, or distribute your personal data to third parties.

3. Data Security

We take reasonable security measures to protect your personal data. However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and we encourage you to take precautions when sharing information online.

4. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external resources. We are not responsible for the privacy policies of third-party websites. Please review their policies before providing any personal information.

5. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your data, such as requesting access, deletion, or correction. If you have any concerns, contact us at ikram.blilou@kaust.edu.sa.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

7. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Blilou Lab
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
Email: [Insert Contact Email]
Website: bliloulab.com

Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: February 1, 2025

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of the Blilou Lab website bliloulab.com. By accessing this website, you agree to comply with these Terms.

1. Use of Website

Blilou Lab provides this website for academic, research, and informational purposes. You agree not to:

• Use this website for commercial purposes without permission.

• Copy, distribute, or modify content without authorization.

• Engage in any unlawful activities while using the website.

2. Intellectual Property

All content, including research materials, logos, images, and text, is the property of Blilou Lab and KAUST unless otherwise stated. You may not reproduce or distribute content without proper attribution or permission.

3. External Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites for research purposes. We do not endorse or assume responsibility for their content or privacy practices.

4. Disclaimer of Warranties

The website is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the website will be error-free, uninterrupted, or meet specific needs.

5. Limitation of Liability

Blilou Lab and KAUST are not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use or inability to use the website.

6. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Saudi Arabia. Any disputes shall be resolved under the jurisdiction of the relevant courts in Saudi Arabia.

7. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

8. Contact Information

For any questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Blilou Lab
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
Email: [Insert Contact Email]
Website: bliloulab.com