Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1.10.2025

ast Updated: 1.10.2025

At Progress Science Mauritius we value your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your personal information when you use our website, mobile applications, and related services (collectively, the “Services”).

By creating an account, joining groups, or using chats, you agree to this Privacy

Policy.1. Information We Collect

We collect the following categories of information:Account Information: username, email address, password, profile photo, and any other details you choose to add.

Group Membership: the groups you join, your role (member/admin), and related activity.

Chat and Messaging Content: messages you send in groups or private chats.

(We store this content to deliver messages, moderate abuse, and provide chat history.)

Usage Data: log data such as IP address, device information, browser type, pages viewed, and interactions with features.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies: to remember your preferences, secure your sessions, and analyze site performance.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to: Provide and personalize the Services (including chats and groups).

Allow communication between members. Moderate chats and enforce community rules.Improve platform functionality and security. Respond to support requests. Comply with legal obligations.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your data only in these circumstances: With other members: messages and group posts you send are visible to intended recipients. With service providers: trusted partners who help us host, secure, and maintain the platform.

For legal reasons: if required by law, regulation, legal process, or to protect rights and safety. In case of a merger/acquisition: your information may transfer to the new entity.

4. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies too: Keep you logged in. Remember preferences. Analyze usage for improvements.You can disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not work properly.

5. Data RetentionAccount data is retained for as long as you have an account. Chat messages are stored while your account is active unless deleted by you or subject to retention limits.

Deleted accounts will be removed from active databases within a reasonable timeframe, subject to legal obligations.

6. Your RightsDepending on your jurisdiction (e.g. EU/EEA under GDPR, California under CCPA), you may have rights to: Access your personal data. Correct inaccurate data. Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”).

Object to or restrict certain processing. Request a copy of your data (data portability). To exercise your rights, contact us at: [ progresssciencemauritius@gmail.com ].

7. Security

We use appropriate technical and organizational safeguards (e.g. encryption, secure hosting, access controls) to protect your data. However, no system is completely secure, and you use the Services at your own risk.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Services are not directed to children under 18.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email or platform notice.

10. Contact us if you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: Email: progesssciencemauritius@gmail.com