Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 26, 2026

Dr. Ramona Victoria Varga – Microbiome (“we,” “us,” “our”) operates drvargamicrobiome.com (the “Website”).

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data in a transparent and secure manner. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you visit our Website, purchase a microbiome test kit, book a consultation, or otherwise interact with us.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal data:

1.1 Personal Identification Information

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Billing and shipping address

  • Payment details (processed via secure third-party providers)

1.2 Health & Sensitive Data

When you purchase microbiome testing or consultation services, we may collect:

  • Health-related questionnaire responses

  • Microbiome sample analysis data

  • Lifestyle and dietary information

Health information is treated as sensitive personal data and handled with enhanced security measures.

1.3 Technical Data

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Cookies and usage data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Process and fulfill orders

  • Deliver microbiome test results

  • Provide consultation services

  • Respond to inquiries

  • Improve our Website and services

  • Send service-related communications

  • Comply with legal and regulatory obligations

We do not sell your personal data to third parties.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR – UK/EU Users)

If you are located in the UK or European Union, we process your personal data under the following lawful bases:

  • Contractual necessity (to deliver services you purchase)

  • Consent (for health data processing and marketing communications)

  • Legal obligation

  • Legitimate interests (improving services and website functionality)

You may withdraw consent at any time.

4. Sharing of Information

We may share your data with:

  • Secure payment processors

  • Laboratory partners conducting microbiome analysis

  • IT and hosting service providers

  • Professional advisors (legal, accounting)

  • Regulatory authorities if legally required

All third parties are required to maintain confidentiality and data security.

5. Data Storage & Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:

  • Secure servers

  • Encrypted communications (SSL)

  • Restricted access to sensitive health information

However, no online transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

  • Fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy

  • Comply with legal, medical, and tax obligations

Health-related data may be retained longer where required by applicable regulations.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Request deletion of your data

  • Restrict or object to processing

  • Request data portability

  • Withdraw consent

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies to:

  • Improve website functionality

  • Analyze traffic

  • Enhance user experience

You may control or disable cookies through your browser settings. For more details, please refer to our Cookie Policy (if applicable).

9. International Data Transfers

As we serve clients in the UK, EU, UAE, USA, and internationally, your data may be transferred and processed outside your country of residence.

Where required, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact:

📧 Email: drvargamicrobiome@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +971 545531733 / +44 7586 327399
🌍 Service Locations: United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, United States