Legal & Compliance

Privacy, Security, and Terms of Use

Your trust is our priority. Learn how we protect your data and outline our terms of service.

Information We Collect

At Garbhini, we collect information to provide better services to all our users. The types of information we collect depend on how you use our services.

Information Collected from Mothers:

  • Personal Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, and location data.
  • Health Information: Pregnancy details, medical history, health metrics, and appointment information.
  • Usage Data: How you interact with our app, features used, and preferences.
  • Device Information: Device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.

Information Collected from Healthcare Providers:

  • Professional Information: Name, qualifications, specialization, license details, and clinic information.
  • Practice Information: Services offered, availability, fees, and patient reviews.
  • Communication Data: Messages exchanged with patients and other providers.

Note: We only collect information that is necessary to provide our services and improve your experience. We do not collect sensitive information without your explicit consent.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to provide, maintain, and improve our services, as well as develop new ones. Specific uses include:

  • Service Delivery: To provide personalized pregnancy tracking, appointment booking, and health recommendations.
  • Communication: To send important updates, health tips, and respond to your inquiries.
  • Personalization: To tailor content and recommendations based on your pregnancy stage and preferences.
  • Research & Development: To improve our services and develop new features (using anonymized data).
  • Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security issues.
  • Legal Compliance: To meet regulatory requirements and respond to legal requests.

Data Security Measures

We implement robust security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Technical Safeguards:

  • Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit using TLS 1.2+ and at rest using AES-256 encryption.
  • Access Controls: Strict role-based access controls ensure only authorized personnel can access user data.
  • Secure Infrastructure: Our systems are hosted on secure cloud infrastructure with regular security updates.
  • Regular Audits: We conduct regular security assessments and penetration testing.

Organizational Safeguards:

  • Employee Training: All staff undergo regular privacy and security training.
  • Data Protection Officer: We have a dedicated Data Protection Officer overseeing our privacy program.
  • Incident Response: We maintain an incident response plan to address potential data breaches.

We obtain your consent before collecting, using, or sharing your personal information, except in specific circumstances where permitted by law.

How Consent is Obtained:

  • Explicit Consent: For sensitive health information, we obtain explicit consent through clear affirmative action.
  • Informed Consent: We provide clear information about what data we collect and how it will be used.
  • Granular Consent: You can provide consent for specific purposes and withdraw consent at any time.

Managing Your Consent:

  • You can view and modify your consent preferences in the app settings at any time.
  • Withdrawing consent may limit your access to certain features but will not affect the legality of processing before withdrawal.

Third-Party Sharing

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We only share information in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent:

  • Sharing health information with healthcare providers for appointment purposes.
  • Connecting you with wellness services or product recommendations.

For Legal Reasons:

  • When required by law, regulation, or legal process.
  • To protect the safety, rights, or property of Garbhini, our users, or the public.

Service Providers:

  • With trusted partners who assist in providing our services, under strict confidentiality agreements.
  • These partners are prohibited from using your information for any purpose other than providing services to Garbhini.

User Rights

You have rights regarding your personal information. You can exercise these rights by contacting us or through your account settings.

Your rights include:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
  • Restriction: Request temporary restriction of processing in certain circumstances.
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization in a structured format.
  • Objection: Object to processing of your personal information for specific purposes.

Response Time: We respond to all legitimate requests within 30 days. If we need more time, we will inform you of the reason and extension period.

Terms of Service

These Terms of Service govern your use of the Garbhini platform and services. By accessing or using our services, you agree to be bound by these terms.

Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use our services. If you are under 18, you may only use our services with the consent and supervision of a parent or legal guardian.

User Responsibilities

  • Provide accurate and complete information during registration and use of our services.
  • Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials.
  • Use our services in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Not engage in any activity that interferes with or disrupts our services.
  • Not attempt to access data that you are not authorized to access.

Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of the Garbhini platform are owned by Garbhini and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Disclaimer of Liability

Garbhini provides a platform for health information and connecting with healthcare providers. We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Garbhini disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of our services.

Modification of Terms

We may modify these Terms of Service at any time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or via email. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

Our Security Commitment

At Garbhini, we take the security of your data seriously. We implement a multi-layered security approach to protect your information.

Technical Security Measures

  • End-to-End Encryption: All sensitive data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
  • Secure Authentication: Multi-factor authentication options for enhanced account security.
  • Regular Security Updates: We continuously update our systems to address emerging threats.
  • Network Security: Advanced firewalls, intrusion detection, and prevention systems.
  • Data Backup: Regular backups to prevent data loss in case of system failure.

Organizational Security Measures

  • Privacy by Design: We incorporate privacy and security considerations into all stages of product development.
  • Employee Training: Regular security awareness training for all employees.
  • Access Controls: Strict policies ensuring employees only access data necessary for their roles.
  • Vendor Security: We carefully vet all third-party vendors for security practices.

Compliance & Certifications

We comply with applicable data protection regulations including India's Digital Personal Data Protection Act and maintain industry-standard security certifications.

Exercising Your Rights

You have control over your personal information. Here's how you can exercise your rights:

Through the App

  • Access your data through your profile and settings
  • Update or correct inaccurate information
  • Modify your privacy preferences
  • Download a copy of your data

By Contacting Us

For requests that cannot be handled through the app, you can contact our Data Protection Officer at:

Email: privacy@garbhini.com

Phone: +91-XXX-XXXX-XXX

Address: Data Protection Officer, Garbhini Health Tech Pvt. Ltd., [Company Address]

Response Process

When you make a request, we will:

  • Verify your identity to protect your information
  • Process your request within 30 days
  • Explain any denial of request and your appeal options

Contact for Privacy Concerns

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about our privacy practices or how we handle your information, please contact us:

Data Protection Officer

Email: dpo@garbhini.com

Phone: +91-XXX-XXXX-XXX

General Support

Email: support@garbhini.com

Phone: +91-XXX-XXXX-XXX

Complaint Resolution: If you're not satisfied with our response, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the relevant data protection authority in your jurisdiction.

Last Updated: January 15, 2023

We may update this policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes.

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