The MedReport Foundation is fully committed to safeguarding the privacy of its users and ensuring the protection of the information that is shared through our platform and services. This Privacy Policy describes in detail our practices regarding the collection, use, storage, sharing, and protection of personal information when users interact with our online services, which include a broad range of educational content, news updates, reference materials, email communications, and various tools designed to support healthcare professionals, researchers, and the general public. Our goal is to create a safe and informative space where users can benefit from our resources while understanding how their personal data is handled. If you do not agree with any part of this policy, we strongly encourage you to cease using our platform and services immediately, as your continued use implies consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
We gather information from users in multiple ways to ensure a personalized and effective experience. When registering for our services, users are asked to provide basic personal details, such as their name, email address, and professional or academic credentials. This information is essential to tailor our offerings to the needs of each individual, allowing us to present content that is relevant to their profession, academic background, or personal interests. Along with registration information, we also collect detailed data regarding user interactions with our platform, such as browsing behavior, search history, device specifications, and engagement with specific materials. This information helps us to improve and refine our services by providing insights into how users interact with the content, allowing us to make adjustments to enhance the overall user experience. We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to facilitate this process, as they allow us to monitor users' activity across the platform. Cookies help us personalize content, deliver relevant advertisements, and improve overall usability. Users are given the option to adjust their cookie settings through their browser, but please be aware that disabling cookies may impair certain functions or features of the platform.
In addition to the data provided directly by users, we may augment the information we collect through third-party sources. This process helps ensure the accuracy of the data and enables us to build a more complete user profile. For example, we may cross-reference information such as professional credentials or academic background with other reputable sources to ensure the data we hold is current and reliable. This enrichment process allows us to offer a more customized experience for users, ensuring that the content and resources we provide are as relevant and helpful as possible. Even non-registered users, while they may only have access to limited content, still have their interactions tracked for the purpose of analyzing overall site performance and understanding broader usage trends. Occasionally, we may invite users to participate in surveys, market research initiatives, or feedback requests. These surveys may ask for additional information, such as contact details for follow-up, incentives for participation, or feedback on user satisfaction. If users choose to engage in public forums, discussion boards, or similar features on the platform, it is important to recognize that any contributions made will be publicly visible. Therefore, we encourage users to consider the implications of posting personal or sensitive information in these public spaces.
Our services are designed to be responsive and accessible across a variety of devices, ensuring that users have a consistent and seamless experience no matter how they access our platform. To maintain this continuity, we employ cross-device tracking, which allows us to recognize and retain user preferences across devices, and to deliver a personalized experience consistently. Cross-device tracking also aids in preventing fraud, managing security, and ensuring that advertisements and content are relevant and properly tailored to each user. Users can manage their advertising preferences through their device or browser settings, giving them control over the types of ads they see. We strive to respect these preferences and deliver only the most relevant and appropriate advertisements based on users' choices. In addition to serving advertisements, our advertising partners and sponsors may receive anonymized, aggregated data related to user interactions, such as which content is viewed most frequently, how users engage with specific resources, or how well advertisements perform. This data helps us optimize our offerings and provide a more effective service. From time to time, we may share personal or usage data with third-party partners, including advertisers, analytics providers, and other service partners, to improve our platform and enhance user experience. These partnerships are necessary for the smooth operation of the platform, as they help maintain and grow the services we provide. We may also sell aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified data to external entities. This is done to support our mission of expanding the reach of our platform, improving the scope of our offerings, and ensuring the sustainability of our services. By using our platform, you consent to the collection, processing, storage, use, sharing, and, where applicable, the transfer or sale of your data in accordance with the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
We place a high priority on the security of the data we collect. We have implemented robust technical, administrative, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Despite our best efforts, however, it is important to acknowledge that no method of electronic transmission or storage is entirely foolproof. While we strive to use industry-standard encryption and security protocols to protect your data, the nature of online data transmission and storage means there are inherent risks. As a user, it is your responsibility to maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials. If you suspect that your account has been accessed without your permission, we strongly encourage you to contact us immediately so that we can investigate and address any potential security issues. We will retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, or to comply with legal requirements. If you choose to deactivate your account, we will take the necessary steps to archive, anonymize, or delete your data in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is important to note that, even after account deactivation, we may retain certain data for a limited time if required for legal or operational reasons.
As a user, you have the right to access, update, correct, or request the deletion of your personal data at any time. You can exercise these rights by contacting us through the designated channels provided on our platform. We make every effort to process such requests in a timely manner; however, please note that certain legal or operational limitations may apply. For example, we may need to retain certain information for the purpose of fulfilling legal obligations, resolving disputes, or enforcing our agreements. Additionally, we may retain some information for legitimate business purposes, such as improving our platform or ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Our platform is intended for users who are 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect or solicit personal information from children under the age of 18. If you believe that we have collected information from a child under 18, please contact us immediately, and we will take appropriate action to delete that information. We also encourage parents or guardians to monitor their children’s online activities to ensure compliance with our age-related policies.
This Privacy Policy is subject to change as we continue to improve our services and respond to new regulatory requirements or industry standards. When significant changes are made to the policy, we will notify users via our platform or through email, and we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of the policy. We encourage users to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting their personal data and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. Continued use of our platform and services after any changes to this Privacy Policy will be considered as acceptance of the revised terms. If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions regarding this Privacy Policy or our practices, please feel free to contact us through the communication channels available on our website. We are committed to providing transparency, ensuring user privacy, and offering the highest standards of data protection for our community.
Effective as of 11/17/24.