Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

1. Our Commitment to Privacy

Med City AI is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Local Storage Data

We store certain information locally in your browser using Local Storage to enhance your experience:

• Specialty Preferences: Your selected medical specialties for personalized content filtering
• Article Likes: Publications you've marked as favorites for quick access
• User Preferences: Display settings and interface customizations
• Session Data: Temporary information to maintain your browsing state

Important: This data is stored entirely on your device and is never transmitted to our servers. You maintain full control and can clear this data at any time through your browser settings.

2.2 Usage Data

We may collect anonymous usage statistics to improve the Service, including:

• Page views and navigation patterns
• Search queries (anonymized)
• Time spent on pages
• Device and browser types

2.3 Technical Data

Our web server automatically logs standard technical information:

• IP Address: Your device's internet address
• Browser Type: What browser you're using (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.)
• Access Time: When you visited the site
• Referrer: What website sent you to us (if any)
• Pages Accessed: Which pages you viewed

This logging is standard for all web servers and is necessary for basic site operation, security, and troubleshooting. These logs are temporary and are not used to identify individual users.

2.4 Voluntary Information

If you contact us through our contact form or email, we will collect the information you provide (such as name and email address) solely for the purpose of responding to your inquiry.

3. Information We Do NOT Collect

We do not collect:

• Personal identification information (unless voluntarily provided through contact forms)
• Financial information or payment details
• Health or medical information
• Social security numbers or government IDs
• Precise geolocation data
• Authentication credentials or passwords (we have no user accounts)

4. How We Use Information

Any information collected is used solely to:

• Operate and maintain the Service
• Improve user experience and functionality
• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Respond to user inquiries (if contact information is provided)
• Detect and prevent security issues or abuse
• Store your preferences locally on your device for a personalized experience

5. Local Storage and Your Control

5.1 What is Local Storage?

Local Storage is a browser feature that allows websites to store data directly on your device. Unlike cookies, Local Storage data:

• Never leaves your device or gets sent to our servers
• Persists until you explicitly clear it
• Is isolated to our website and cannot be accessed by other sites
• Has no expiration date

5.2 How to Clear Local Storage

You have complete control over Local Storage data. To clear it:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Clear browsing data → Check "Site data" → Clear data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data → Clear Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data → Remove for our site
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data → Choose what to clear

Clearing Local Storage will reset your specialty preferences and article likes, but will not affect your ability to use the site.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 No Sale of Data

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

6.2 Aggregated Data

We may share aggregated, anonymized data for research or analytics purposes. This data cannot be used to identify individual users.

6.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

7. Third-Party Services

7.1 PubMed and External Links

The Service contains links to external websites, primarily PubMed and publisher sites. When you click these links, you are leaving our site and are subject to the privacy policies of those external sites. We have no control over and are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites.

7.2 No Third-Party Tracking

We do not use third-party advertising networks, analytics services, or tracking pixels on our site.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect information transmitted through the Service, including:

• Secure server configurations
• Regular security updates
• Access controls and monitoring
• Local Storage data remains encrypted and protected by your browser's security

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. Data Retention

Server logs are retained for a limited time period necessary for site operation and security purposes. Anonymous usage statistics may be retained indefinitely for analytical purposes. Local Storage data (specialty preferences, article likes) persists on your device indefinitely until you clear it.

10. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information.

10. Your Privacy Rights

10.1 Access and Control

Since we collect minimal personal information, there is limited data to access or control. If you have contacted us and wish to request deletion of your contact information, please reach out through our Contact page.

10.2 Browser Privacy Controls

You can control certain aspects of data collection through your browser settings:

• Use private/incognito browsing mode
• Clear browsing history and cache regularly
• Use browser extensions that enhance privacy
• Disable JavaScript (though this may limit functionality)

10.3 California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to request information about the personal information we collect and how we use it. Since we collect minimal personal information, most CCPA rights do not apply to our Service.

10.4 European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Union, you have certain data protection rights under GDPR. Since we collect minimal personal information and do not use cookies, most GDPR requirements do not apply to our Service.

11. International Data Transfers

The Service is operated from the United States. If you access the Service from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. We will notify users of material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or concerns about how your information is handled, please contact us through the Contact page.

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We respect your privacy and are committed to minimal data collection and maximum transparency.