Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to PandaDoctor ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our hospital information platform and medical directory services.
By using PandaDoctor, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access our platform.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:
- Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you register for an account
- Profile Information: Profile picture, bio, and other optional information you choose to provide
- Communications: Messages, feedback, and inquiries you send to us
- Search History: Hospitals and medical services you search for on our platform
2.2 Usage Information
We collect information related to your use of our platform:
- Search Queries: Hospital names, medical specialties, and locations you search for
- Page Views: Which hospital pages and articles you view
- Usage Data: Features used, time spent on pages, and interaction patterns
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
- Log Data: Access logs, error reports, and performance data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Delivery: Provide hospital information and medical directory services
- Account Management: Create and manage your account
- Service Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform and user experience
- Customer Support: Respond to your inquiries, provide assistance, and resolve issues
- Communication: Send you service updates and important notices
- Security: Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, and security threats
- Analytics: Generate anonymized statistical data to understand platform usage and trends
4. Data Storage and Retention
4.1 Account Data: We retain your account information and usage history for the duration of your account and for a reasonable period after account termination as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.
4.2 Search History: We may retain your search queries to improve our service and personalize your experience. You can clear your search history at any time.
4.3 Analytics Data: We may use anonymized and aggregated data to analyze platform usage and improve our services.
5. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We respect your privacy and do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
5.1 Service Providers
We engage trusted third-party companies to perform services on our behalf, including:
- Cloud Infrastructure: Hosting and storage services
- Analytics: Tools to analyze platform usage and performance
- Email Services: For sending communications and notifications
These service providers have access to your personal information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
5.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., court orders, subpoenas, or government investigations).
5.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner.
5.4 With Your Consent
We may share your information with your consent for any other purpose.
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption: SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission and encryption at rest for sensitive data
- Access Controls: Strict access controls and authentication mechanisms
- Secure Storage: Secure cloud storage with regular security audits
- Payment Security: We do not store complete payment information; all transactions are processed through PCI-compliant payment processors
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
- Objection: Object to processing of your personal information
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing your personal information
- Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications (you will still receive service-related messages)
To exercise these rights, please contact us at https://pandadoctor.app/.
8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our platform and hold certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data that may include an anonymous unique identifier. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent.
9. Third-Party Links
Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party services you visit.
10. Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information immediately. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
11. Content Quality and Accuracy
11.1 Information Accuracy: We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date hospital information. However, we cannot guarantee the completeness or accuracy of all information on our platform.
11.2 Third-Party Content: Hospital information is sourced from publicly available data and healthcare providers. We do not endorse or guarantee the quality of medical services provided by any hospital listed on our platform.
11.3 User Reports: If you find inaccurate information, please report it to us. We will investigate and correct verified inaccuracies in a timely manner.
11.4 Medical Information: All medical information on our platform is for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon for medical decisions.
12. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
13. Changes to This Privacy 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. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Continued use of our platform after any modifications to the Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of those modifications.
14. Related Policies
This Privacy Policy should be read together with:
- Terms of Service - Governs your use of our platform
- Acceptable Use Policy - Defines prohibited content and activities
15. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Website: https://pandadoctor.app/
We will respond to your inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days.