Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Last updated: January 15, 2024
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide when using our health calculators, including:
- Age, gender, height, and weight for BMI and calorie calculations
- Activity level information for personalized recommendations
- Any feedback or questions you submit through our contact forms
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:
- Browser type and version
- Operating system information
- IP address (anonymized)
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referring website information
Cookies and Tracking
We use essential cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Improve user experience and site functionality
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide Services: Calculate BMI, calorie needs, and water intake recommendations
- Improve Content: Understand which health topics are most valuable to visitors
- Site Analytics: Monitor site performance and user experience
- Communication: Respond to your questions or feedback when provided
- Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and protect user rights
What We DON'T Do
- We do not store your personal health calculator inputs
- We do not sell or share your information with third parties
- We do not use your data for marketing or advertising
- We do not track you across other websites
Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in these limited circumstances:
Service Providers
We may share information with trusted service providers who help us operate our website, such as:
- Web hosting services
- Analytics providers (Google Analytics with anonymized data)
- Content delivery networks
Legal Requirements
We may disclose information when required by law or to:
- Comply with legal processes or government requests
- Protect our rights, property, or safety
- Protect the rights and safety of our users
- Prevent fraud or security issues
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption: All data transmission is secured with HTTPS encryption
- Limited Access: Only authorized personnel have access to user data
- Regular Updates: We keep our security systems current and up-to-date
- Minimal Storage: We don't store personal health calculator data
Important Note
While we implement strong security measures, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
Your Rights and Choices
Browser Settings
You can control cookies and tracking through your browser settings:
- Block or delete cookies
- Disable JavaScript (may affect site functionality)
- Use private/incognito browsing mode
- Enable "Do Not Track" requests
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of certain data collection:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- General advertising: NAI Opt-Out Tool
Data Requests
You have the right to:
- Request information about data we collect
- Ask for correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data where legally permissible
- Object to certain processing of your data
Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete that information promptly.
Parents and guardians should supervise children's internet activity and help them understand the importance of not providing personal information on websites.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites for additional health information. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any linked websites you visit.
These third-party sites may have different privacy policies and practices than ours.
International Users
Our website is hosted in the United States. If you are visiting from outside the US, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.
By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify users of significant changes through website notice
- Continue to protect your information in accordance with current policy until you consent to changes
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Contact Methods:
- Email: [email protected]
- Mail: Privacy Officer, HealthInfo Hub, [Address]
- Response Time: We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days
Quick Summary
- We don't store your health calculator data
- We don't sell your information
- We use minimal, necessary cookies
- All data transmission is encrypted
- You control your privacy settings