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Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 21, 2026 — PeptideX.ai

1. Introduction

PeptideX.ai ("PeptideX", "we", "our", or "us") is operated by VitalBridgeX Holdings LLC. PeptideX is a brand of VitalBridgeX Holdings LLC, a US company. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information when you use our website at peptidex.ai (the "Platform"). By using the Platform, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly
When you join Reta Watch, we collect your email address only. That form does not ask for health information. When you use the topic explorer, we collect your email address, an age range, a topic label, and your answers to the topic questions. We do not collect dosing or protocol text. This data is submitted voluntarily.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect standard web analytics data including: IP address (anonymized), browser type and version, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, time spent on pages, and general geographic region. This data is collected via Google Analytics 4 (GA4) with IP anonymization enabled.

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for analytics purposes. Google Analytics may set cookies on your device. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to: (a) show an educational topic summary in your browser; (b) send the weekly Reta Watch email if you subscribed; (c) operate and improve the site; (d) comply with legal obligations.

Stored lead records are kept so we can send the email you opted into and honor deletion requests. We do not sell personal data. Existing records already stored before October 21, 2026 are left in place.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, our legal basis for processing your personal data is: (a) Consent — for Reta Watch and the topic summary; (b) Legitimate Interests — for analytics and platform improvement; (c) Legal Obligation — for compliance requirements.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal data. We may share data with: (a) service providers who assist in operating the Platform under data processing agreements; (b) analytics providers (Google Analytics — see Google's privacy policy); (c) legal authorities when required by law or to protect our legal rights.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to: access, correct, or delete your personal data; object to or restrict processing; data portability; withdraw consent at any time. To exercise these rights, contact us at peptidex@vitalbridgex.com. For California residents (CCPA): you have the right to know what personal information is collected, the right to delete, and the right to opt out of sale (we do not sell personal data).

7. Data Retention

We retain topic-explorer answers and email addresses for as long as needed to operate the site and send email you opted into. You may request deletion of your personal data at any time by contacting us.

8. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no internet transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of data transmitted to our Platform.

9. Children's Privacy

PeptideX is intended for adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If you believe a minor has submitted information, contact us immediately.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify users of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Platform following changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact

For privacy-related inquiries: peptidex@vitalbridgex.com
VitalBridgeX Holdings LLC — PeptideX is a brand of VitalBridgeX Holdings LLC, a US company.