Privacy Policy

The Institute of Blockchain Research and Adoption (IBRA) is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information.

Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to facilitate research collaboration and communication:

  • Contact information provided through our contact form (name, email, organization)
  • Technical information for website functionality (cookies, IP addresses for security)
  • Research collaboration details when voluntarily provided

How We Use Information

Information collected is used solely for:

  • Responding to research inquiries and collaboration requests
  • Sharing research updates and publications (with consent)
  • Improving our website and research resources
  • Ensuring website security and preventing abuse

Data Protection

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All research data is handled in accordance with academic research standards and ethical guidelines.

Third-Party Sharing

IBRA does not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties. Information may be shared only when required by law or to protect the rights and safety of IBRA and its research community.

Open Research Commitment

In line with our commitment to open science, research findings and publications are made publicly available. However, personal information of research participants and collaborators is always protected and never included in public research outputs without explicit consent.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Opt-out of research communications

Contact Us

For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights, please contact us at info@ibra.au

Policy Updates

This privacy policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the revision date.

Last updated: November 6, 2025