Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to DiseaseBase ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your information when you use our website and services.

By accessing or using our platform, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our website:

a. Personal Information

This may include:

Name and contact details (email, phone number)
Demographic information (age, gender, location)
Health-related information you voluntarily provide
Account credentials when you register

b. Non-Personal Information

Automatically collected data:

Browser type and version
IP address and device information
Pages visited and time spent on our site
Search queries and navigation paths

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes:

Service Delivery

To provide and maintain our disease information services, respond to inquiries, and personalize your experience.

Analytics & Improvement

To understand how users interact with our platform and improve our content and services.

Security

To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and protect against malicious activity.

Communications

To send important notices, updates, and respond to your requests.

4. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With your consent: We may disclose your information when you give us explicit permission.
Service providers: Trusted third parties who assist in operating our website and services.
Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety.
Business transfers: In connection with any merger or sale of company assets.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption & Protection

We use industry-standard encryption (SSL/TLS) for data transmission and storage. Access to personal information is restricted to authorized personnel only.

Important: While we strive to protect your information, no internet transmission or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access & Correction

Request access to or correction of your personal data.

Data Portability

Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.

Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information.

Opt-Out

Opt-out of marketing communications.

Restriction

Request restriction of processing.

Objection

Object to certain processing activities.

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

Remember user preferences and settings
Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
Deliver targeted content and ads (with consent)
Improve site functionality

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our site, you'll be presented with a cookie consent banner where you can manage your preferences. You can also adjust browser settings to refuse cookies.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information.

If you believe we might have any information from or about a child under 16, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes are effective when they are posted on this page.