Last updated: June 2025
We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. These terms of use and privacy policy describe how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our Scikoop platform. By using the platform, you consent to the terms of this privacy policy and terms of use.
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you create an account or use the Scikoop platform. This information may include your name, email address, contact information, institutional role, demographic information (for potential participants), anonymized research project data, and any other information you choose to provide through the platform modules.
We may use your personal information to:
We may disclose your personal information in the following circumstances:
We implement robust security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, including TLS 1.3 encryption, multi-factor authentication, secure hosting in Quebec compliant with ISO 27001, and data compartmentalization. While no method of transmission over the Internet is completely secure, we apply industry best practices.
The Scikoop platform may contain links to third-party websites or services as part of community engagement. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those sites before providing personal information.
The Scikoop platform is primarily intended for research professionals and adult research participants. For projects involving minors, special protections are in place with appropriate parental consent and enhanced ethical oversight. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 16 years of age without appropriate parental consent.
We may update this privacy policy periodically. Any changes will be effective upon posting of the revised policy on the Scikoop platform. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for updates. Users will be notified of significant changes via the platform and by email.
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or the handling of your personal information, please contact us at info@scikoop.com or confidentiality@scikoop.com for specific privacy questions.
By accessing or using the Scikoop platform, you agree to be bound by these terms of use. If you do not agree to these terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing the platform.
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, and non-transferable right to access and use the Scikoop platform for the sole purpose of conducting inclusive research and promoting EDI in research. You must comply with all applicable laws and regulations while using the platform.
To use certain features of the Scikoop platform, you will need to create an account and provide accurate and complete information according to your role (research coordinator, potential participant, partner organization). You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.
By using the Scikoop platform, you may submit, post, or share content, including anonymized research data, text, images, and files ("User Content"). You retain ownership of your User Content, but by submitting it, you grant Scikoop a worldwide, royalty-free, and non-exclusive license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, and analyze your User Content solely for the purpose of providing EDI services and improving inclusive research.
The Scikoop platform and all its associated content, including software, logos, trademarks, and documentation, are the property of Scikoop Inc. and are protected by intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on the platform without the prior written consent of Scikoop.
Scikoop respects your privacy and handles your personal information in accordance with its privacy policy and this data governance framework. By using the platform, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information as described in these policies.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Scikoop shall not be liable for any damages arising from the use or inability to use the platform, including direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages. The platform is provided "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties or representations.
Scikoop may, at its sole discretion, suspend or terminate your access to the platform at any time, with reasonable notice except in cases of serious violation, for any reason related to non-compliance with these terms or platform policies.
These terms of use are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the province of Quebec (Canada), where Scikoop is located, without regard to conflict of law provisions. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Quebec courts.
These terms of use constitute the entire agreement between you and Scikoop regarding your use of the platform and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.
If you have any questions or concerns about these terms of use, please contact us at info@scikoop.com.
By accessing or using the Scikoop platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms of use.