Definitions“LN Link”, “Ln Link Limited”, “We”, “Our”, “Us”: LN Link Limited, A UK based technology company that maintains and operates the LN Link website and Service.“Controller”, “data controller”: the natural or legal person who (either alone or jointly or in common with other persons) determines the purposes for which and the manner in which any personal data is processed. In the CCPA, the term “business” is used to refer to the person who performs similar functions.“User”: a natural person about whom LN Link holds personal data (an identified or identifiable natural person).“UK GDPR”: The United Kingdoms Data Protection Act 2018.“Personal data”: any information relating to you and helping identify you (directly or indirectly) such as your name, last name, email, etc.“Processing”: any operation or set of operations which is performed on personal data or sets of personal data, whether or not by automated means, such as collection, analysis, recording, organization, structuring, storage, adaptation or alteration, retrieval, consultation, use, disclosure by transmission, dissemination or otherwise making available, alignment or combination, restriction, erasure or destruction.“Services”, “LN Link Services”, “Website” (either capitalized or not): the LN Link Website and the features available through the use of the LN Link Website, either Free or Premium, together or separately.IntroductionWelcome to LN Link Limited. We understand you care about your privacy and we appreciate the trust you place in us. To justify your trust, we embed the latest data security standards, improve our awareness of privacy matters, and comply with the UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and other privacy laws. By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this privacy policy and terms of service. If you do not agree with or you are not comfortable with any aspect of this Privacy Statement or our Terms of Service, you should immediately discontinue the use of our Services.ApplicabilityThis Policy applies to any website/platform operated by LN LINK LimitedLimitation of LiabilityLN LINK Limited WILL NOT BE LIABLE TO YOU UNDER ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY—WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY, WARRANTY, OR OTHERWISE—FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE OR SPECIAL DAMAGES OR LOST PROFITS, EVEN IF LN LINK Limited HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. THE TOTAL LIABILITY OF LN LINK Limited, FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THIS AGREEMENT OR OUR SERVICES, REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE ACTION, IS LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID, IF ANY, BY YOU TO ACCESS OR USE OUR SERVICES. The limitations set forth in this section will not limit or exclude liability for the gross negligence, fraud or intentional misconduct of LN LINK Limited. Parties or for any other matters in which liability cannot be excluded or limited under applicable law. Additionally, some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.Our Commitmentswe only collect and use your data where we have a legal basis to do so;we are always transparent and tell you about how we use your information;when we collect your data for a particular purpose, we do not use it for anything else without your consent, unless other legal basis applies or the purposes are compatible (in the meaning of the GDPR (the EU General Data Protection Regulation));we do not sell your data;we do not ask for more data than needed for the purposes of providing our services;we adhere to the data retention policies and ensure that your information is securely disposed of at the end of such retention period;we observe and respect your rights by ensuring that queries relating to privacy issues are dealt with promptly, efficiently, and transparently;we obtain your consent where we need it to process your personal data (e.g. for cookies) and ensure that suitable safeguards are in place before personal data is transferred to other countries.Definition of “User”By using our Website you enter the category of “User”. A User is any natural person who uses the Website.You own and control the personal data we collect about you on the Website. You can choose not to provide certain information or disable it and prevent us from collecting, storing, and processing it.
Please be aware you may not be able to take advantage of some features of the Website in this case.
Controller Details
We are the controller of all data of our Users. This means that we determine what, for what purpose, and how your personal data will be processed by us.If you have any questions regarding data protection or questions relating to the processing of your personal data or the exercise of your rights, please contact us by either using the contact form at the bottom of this page or via e-mail address (please do not send confidential content by email.):
Company: LN LINK Limited.
Address: 5 Birrell Road, Milngavie, Glasgow, Scotland, G627JZ.
E-mail address: support@lnlink.netTypes of Data we collect and processPersonal InformationBiological data and imagesCookiesPersonal Information
Data we collect
When using out contact form, we collect your name, email address and company nameDuring the account creation, sign-up, and login process, we collect your email address, full name and company name.
How we use your data
Your personal information is used to facilitate communication, account creation.We may use your email address to send you important updates and information about our services.
Data retention
We will retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purpose of collection, including for the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, and/or reporting requirements, to establish and defend legal claims, for fraud prevention purposes, or as long as required to meet our legal obligations.To determine the appropriate retention period for personal information, we consider the amount, nature, and sensitivity of the personal information, the potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure of your personal information, the purposes for which we process your personal information and whether we can achieve those purposes through other means, and the applicable legal requirements.All Data and information you have provided for account creation, sign-up and login process, will securely be deleted upon request or deletion.Biological data and Images
Data and Images we collect
During the creation of a new cell type, we collect: cell type name, cell shape, cell dimensions, Magnification, Image scale, aggregate shape, aggregate dimensions, cell type description, 3 sets of example images and control images.When you upload Files, we will receive the batch of biological images, the File name, cell type and any additional information the user has provided. The set of data will be encrypted before being transferred to LN Link.
How we use your data
Upon creation of a new cell type we will use the following information for the following purposes:Cell type name: Enables LN Link to identify and categorize the image analysis model created from the Biological data and images collected. The name allows for user identification in the user database and uploading purposes.Cell description: To allow the user to add a more detailed description for identification purposes in the user database.(Biological data) cell shape, cell dimensions, magnification, image scale, aggregate shape, aggregate dimensions: so we can apply mathematical calculations for data analysis and quantification purposes.(Biological images) 3 sets of example images, control images: to train our image analysis model.Upon Request new cell type and Upload file, we will process and analyze the biological images provided and generate data. We use the cell type to identify the analysis methods and the file name to filter and categorize for the users database. The data will be encrypted and securely transferred to the users’ data base.
Data retention
The Cell type name and Cell type description will be retained for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in the policy. It will be deleted when you delete the cell type or accountWe will retain Biological data only in the form of parameters used by our analysis model for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. It will be deleted when you delete the cell type or your account.The biological name, description, data and images may be securely deleted from LN Link at any time in the processing stage by cancelling the “upload new cell type” or “upload file”.The data may be securely deleted from the LN Link database at any time by a user admin, a user granted full access or if requested by email.Cookies
What is a cookie?
A cookie is a piece of data contained in a very small text file that is stored in your browser or elsewhere on your hard drive. Cookies allow LN Link to identify your device as you navigate our Sites. This makes navigating and interacting with our Sites more efficient, easy and meaningful for you.By themselves, cookies do not identify you specifically. Rather, they recognize your web browser. So, unless you identify yourself specifically to LN Link, we don’t know who you are just because you visited our website.
Data we collect
At LN Link, we utilize both session and persistent cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Session cookies are temporary and are automatically deleted from your device or browser once you close it. Persistent cookies, on the other hand, remain on your device even after you've powered it off.
Session cookies
exist only during an online session. They disappear from your computer when you close your browser or turn off your computer. We use session cookies to allow our systems to uniquely identify you during a session or while you are logged into the Site. This allows us to process your online transactions and requests and verify your identity, after you have logged in, as you move through our Site.
Persistent cookies
remain on your device even after you've completed your browsing session. These cookies are designed to retain information that can be accessed during your future visits to our website. They allow us to remember your preferences, settings, and interactions. This means you don't have to repeatedly enter certain information, such as login credentials or language preferences, each time you visit.To gain deeper insights into each cookie category and customize your preferences, a cookie consent banner will prompt you for your choices.
Third Party Analytics
We use automated devices and applications, such as Google Analytics and Calendly, to evaluate usage of our Site and, to the extent permitted, our Applications. We also may use other analytic means to evaluate our Services. We use these tools to help us improve our Services, performance and user experiences. These entities may use cookies and other tracking technologies to perform their services. We do not share your personal information with these third parties.With respect to Google Analytics and Calendly, we may collect the some or all of the following information about your use of LN Link website, and we may be able to connect this information to other information we have about you:Pages visited, time of visit, and time spent on each page of the webpagesType of web browserType of operating system (OS)Screen resolutionIP address
How we use your data
The data collected through cookies aids us in comprehending your interactions with our website. This information plays a pivotal role in maintaining the optimal functionality of our sites, enhancing user experience, evaluating the effectiveness of our advertisements, and refining our marketing strategies.In addition to cookie data, we may gather publicly available information from sources like LinkedIn. This information assists us in gaining a more profound understanding of our customer base, enabling us to engage with potential customers more effectively.
Data Retention
The duration for which we retain cookie data varies based on the type of cookie and its purpose.
Session Cookies:
These cookies, which are vital for the basic functioning of our website, are typically session cookies. They are only stored temporarily and are removed from your device as soon as you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies:
Functional cookies enhance your interaction with our website by remembering your preferences and choices. These cookies may be stored for a longer period but are automatically deleted based on predefined timeframes or when you clear your browser's cache. To better understand user behavior and improve our services, we utilize analytics cookies. These cookies collect aggregated, non-identifiable data. They may be stored for a longer period, allowing us to analyze trends over time and make informed optimizations.We take your privacy seriously and do not retain cookie data longer than necessary to fulfil their respective purposes. If you wish to customize your cookie preferences or learn more about our data practices, our cookie consent banner provides you with the necessary tools.International transfersLN Link processes information on a server based in London and you consent to your personal information being processed on a server located outside the country in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that are different to the laws of your country (and, in some cases, may not be as protective). However, LN Link has taken appropriate safeguards to require that your personal information will remain protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Security MeasuresTo be more specific, to protect your personal data we use HTTPS and encryption, divided group and individual access (where appropriate). Moreover, we systematically monitor our technologies’ state of the art and never forget about the backups. HTTPS We ensure that all transmission is secured with HTTPS so that no one else can access your data. Your email and account credentials are stored on secure cloud-based servers using symmetric and asymmetric encryption: private and public keys.EncryptionWe 256-bit AES for files at rest. The configuration for said encryption is provided and configured with the help of DigitalOcean. This level of encryption guarantees that even in the event of data leak, sensitive client information is much less likely to be exposed and/or accessible.Location of serverWe currently use DigitalOcean ("Hosting provider"). This Hosting provider has various international security certificates that ensure the safety of your data with them.The servers that we currently rent from them are all in London, UK.Third-party accessWe do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties, except as required by law or to provide our services effectively. We may use third-party services to process your data via cookies (Google analytics and calendly), subject to their privacy policies.Privacy RightsEU privacy rights. You, as subjects of personal data, have the following rights:
