Privacy Policy
The Medicine Access Channel (MAC) is a non-profit initiative dedicated to accelerating access to innovative medicines. We are committed to protecting your personal data and respecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our website.
If you have any questions, please contact us at info@medaccesschannel.org.
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1. Who We Are
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Legal Name: The Medicine Access Channel
Email for Data Protection Enquiries: info@medaccesschannel.org
Address: Not applicable
We operate globally, with a primary focus on Europe.
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2. What Personal Data We Collect
We collect the following information when you submit a form on our website:
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2.1 Contact Information
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Name
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Email address
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Phone number​
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2.2 Organisational Information
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Organisation name
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Organisation type
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Position/title​
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2.3 Website Analytics
We automatically collect technical data through:
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Wix Analytics
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Cookies (for functionality, analytics, and performance)
This may include IP address, browser type, device information, and pages visited.
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2.4 No Sensitive Data
We do not collect health information, medical data, or any other special-category data through the website.
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2.5 No User Accounts
Users do not create accounts and we do not operate login areas.
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3. How We Use Your Data
We use the personal information you provide for the following purposes:
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To respond to partnership enquiries
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To communicate with potential sponsors, donors, and collaborators
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To process volunteer or recruitment interest
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To manage general enquiries submitted through our contact form
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To analyse website usage and improve our services
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To maintain website security and prevent misuse
We will not use your personal information for any purpose that is incompatible with the reasons listed above.
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4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the UK GDPR/EU GDPR, we process your data on the following legal bases:
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Legitimate Interests: engaging with partners, funders, supporters, and volunteers.
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Consent: when you voluntarily submit your information via our forms.
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Compliance: maintaining the security and integrity of our website.​
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5. Sharing Your Data
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We only share data with:
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Wix.com (our website hosting provider)
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Email services used to process enquiries (e.g., Wix Email)
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Analytics tools provided by Wix
These service providers may process data outside the EU/UK (particularly in the United States). Wix ensures that international data transfers are protected by recognised safeguards.
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6. International Data Transfers
Because we use Wix, your data may be processed in countries outside your region, including the United States.
Wix implements GDPR-compliant safeguards, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
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7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
If you ask us to delete your information, we will comply unless we are legally required to keep it.
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8. Your Privacy Rights
Under EU/UK GDPR, you have the right to:
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Access your personal data
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Correct inaccurate information
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Request deletion
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Object to processing
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Withdraw consent
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Request restriction of processing
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Request a copy of your data (data portability)
To exercise these rights, email info@medaccesschannel.org.
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9. Cookies
Our website uses cookies for essential functionality, analytics, and performance monitoring.
Upon visiting the site, you may see a cookie banner depending on Wix settings.
You may disable cookies through your browser, but this may affect website functionality.
We can provide a standalone Cookies Policy if needed.
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10. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for, and does not knowingly collect data from, individuals under 16 years of age.
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11. Security
We take reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from loss, misuse, or unauthorised access.
However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
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12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
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13. Contact Us
For any privacy-related questions or requests, please contact: