Privacy policy | Nova Parent

Last Updated: 20.04.2022

1. Introduction

Welcome to Nova parent surrogacy agency’s Privacy Policy. We are committed to protecting your personal data in compliance with Ukraine’s “Law on Personal Data Protection” and the EU’s “General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)”. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information while ensuring transparency for users.

2. Information We Collect

We collect:

- Personal Data: Names, contact details, medical history, and payment information provided via forms, emails, or consultations.

- Automated Data: Cookies, IP addresses, and browsing behavior via analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).

- Sensitive Data: Health-related information necessary for surrogacy arrangements, processed with explicit consent or legal necessity.

3. Legal Basis for Processing

We process data based on:

- Consent (e.g., for marketing communications).

- Contractual Obligations (to fulfill surrogacy agreements).

- Legal Compliance (Ukrainian medical and family laws).

- Legitimate Interests(website security, service improvements).

4. How We Use Your Data

- Facilitate surrogacy services and medical coordination.

- Communicate updates and respond to inquiries.

- Improve website functionality and user experience.

- Comply with legal/regulatory requirements.

- Marketing (with opt-in consent).

5. Data Sharing

We share data with:

- Medical Professionals: Clinics and hospitals involved in surrogacy.

- Legal Authorities: As required by Ukrainian law.

- Third-Party Services: Secure IT/cloud providers under strict confidentiality agreements.

- International Transfers: Data transferred outside Ukraine/EU uses GDPR safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses).

6. Data Security

We employ encryption, access controls, and regular audits to protect your data. All third parties comply with international security standards.

7. Data Retention

Data is retained only as long as necessary:

- Medical records: 10 years (per Ukrainian healthcare regulations).

- Contractual data: Until agreements are fulfilled + statutory limits.

- Marketing data: Until consent withdrawal.

8. Your Rights

Under GDPR and Ukrainian law, you may:

- Access, correct, or delete your data.

- Restrict processing or request data portability.

- Withdraw consent or object to marketing.

Submit requests via [email/contact form] with a response within 30 days.

9. Cookies & Tracking

- Essential Cookies: Necessary for website functionality.

- Analytical Cookies: Improve user experience (opt-out via browser settings).

- Marketing Cookies: Used only with prior consent.

Manage preferences via our **Cookie Consent Banner.

10. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect data from minors under 16. Surrogacy-related child data is processed only with parental/guardian consent.

11. Third-Party Links

Our site may link to external services (e.g., clinics). We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

12. Policy Updates

Changes will be posted here, with prominent notices for significant updates. Archived versions are available on request.