Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

MD Central ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

Information You Provide

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information (medical school, year, specialty interests)
• Saved deadlines and preferences
• Survey responses and feedback
• Communications with us

Automatically Collected Information

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
• IP address and general location
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Personalize your experience and recommendations
• Send deadline reminders and notifications you've opted into
• Communicate important updates about the Service
• Analyze usage patterns to improve our platform
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate our platform (hosting, analytics, email delivery)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you signed in
• Remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our platform
• Improve our services

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some functionality.

6. Data Security

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

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data storage with reputable providers

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
• Withdraw Consent: Where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@mdcentral.org.

8. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes. You can request deletion of your account at any time.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child, we will take steps to delete it.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through the Service. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

privacy@mdcentral.org

14. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know whether your personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to equal service and price

We do not sell your personal information as defined under CCPA.