Privacy Policy for Dermatology Blog by Dr.TKMD At skin.trishakannamd.com, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your data when you visit our dermatology blog. We’ve designed this policy to be transparent about our practices while ensuring compliance with relevant data protection regulations including GDPR and CCPA.Last Updated: [Current Date]ContentsInformation We CollectCookies and Tracking TechnologiesHow We Use Your InformationThird-Party ServicesData SecurityYour Privacy RightsChildren’s PrivacyPrivacy Policy UpdatesContact InformationInformation We CollectWhen you visit skin.trishakannamd.com, we collect certain information to improve your experience and provide our services. We collect this information in two main ways:Information You Provide Voluntarily When you interact with our blog, you may choose to provide us with certain personal information, including:Contact Information: When you submit inquiries through our contact form, we collect your name, email address, and any message content you provide.Comment Information: If you leave comments on our blog posts, we may collect your name, email address, and website URL (if provided).Subscription Information: If you subscribe to our newsletter, we collect your email address and name.Information Collected AutomaticallyWhen you browse our blog, certain information is collected automatically through cookies and similar technologies:Log Data: We collect standard log information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on pages, access times, and referring website addresses.Device Information: We collect information about the device you use to access our blog, including device type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.Analytics Data: Through Google Analytics, we collect data about how you interact with our blog, including pages visited, time spent, and actions taken.Cookie Data: We use cookies to collect information about your browsing preferences and activities on our blog.Cookies and Tracking Technologies Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our blog. They help us recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit. We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and deliver personalized content.Types of Cookies We UseCategoryPurposeDurationExamplesEssential CookiesEnable basic site functionality and security featuresSessionLogin session, form submission cookiesAnalytics CookiesHelp us understand how visitors interact with our blogUp to 2 yearsGoogle Analytics (_ga, _gid)Advertising CookiesUsed to deliver relevant advertisementsUp to 1 monthGoogle AdSense cookiesManaging CookiesYou can control and manage cookies in various ways. Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can:Delete cookies from your deviceBlock cookies by activating the setting on your browser that allows you to refuse all or some cookiesSet your browser to notify you when you receive a cookiePlease note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, you may not be able to access certain areas or features of our blog, and some services may not function properly.Google AnalyticsWe use Google Analytics to analyze the use of our blog. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our site. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve our blog.The information collected includes your IP address, browser type, operating system, the pages you visit, time spent on those pages, and other statistics. This information is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.How We Use Your Information We use the information we collect for various purposes, all aimed at improving your experience on our dermatology blog and providing you with valuable content. Here’s how we use your information:Providing and Improving Our ServicesBlog Operation: To operate and maintain our dermatology blog effectivelyContent Improvement: To understand which content is most valuable to our readersUser Experience: To enhance site navigation and user interfaceTechnical Issues: To diagnose problems and optimize site performanceCommunicationResponding to Inquiries: To address questions or concerns submitted through our contact formNewsletters: To send newsletters and updates if you’ve subscribed to themComment Responses: To reply to comments you leave on our blog postsAnalytics and PersonalizationUsage Analysis: To analyze how visitors use our blog and which pages are most popularContent Recommendations: To suggest relevant content based on your browsing historyPerformance Measurement: To measure the effectiveness of our content and site featuresAdvertisingIf we implement Google AdSense on our blog, we may use your information to:Display Relevant Ads: Show advertisements that may be of interest to youAd Performance: Measure the performance of advertisements displayed on our blogAd Targeting: Allow our advertising partners to target ads based on your interestsThird-Party Services Our blog uses certain third-party services to enhance functionality, analyze usage, and provide additional features. These third parties may collect and process your personal information according to their own privacy policies.Google ServicesGoogle Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our blog. Google Analytics collects information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and time spent on our site. For more information, please review Google’s Privacy Policy.Google AdSense: We may use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our blog. AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our blog and other websites. For more information about how Google uses information from sites that use its services, please visit How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.Other Third PartiesWe may use other third-party services for various purposes, including:Content Delivery Networks (CDNs): To efficiently deliver content to youEmail Service Providers: To send newsletters and respond to inquiriesSocial Media Platforms: If you interact with our social media featuresThird-Party LinksOur blog may contain links to other websites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party’s site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit.We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.Data Security We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.Security MeasuresSecure Connections: We use secure socket layer (SSL) technology to encrypt data transmitted between your browser and our servers.Access Controls: We limit access to personal information to authorized personnel who need to know that information.Regular Audits: We conduct regular security assessments to identify and address potential vulnerabilities.Data Minimization: We only collect and retain the information necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy.Data RetentionWe retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The criteria used to determine our retention periods include:The length of time we have an ongoing relationship with youWhether there is a legal obligation to which we are subjectWhether retention is advisable in light of our legal position (such as for statutes of limitations, litigation, or regulatory investigations)Important Note: While we implement safeguards to protect your information, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.Your Privacy Rights Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information. We respect these rights and are committed to facilitating their exercise.Under GDPR (for EU Residents)If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.Right to Rectification: You can request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.Right to Erasure: You can request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances.Right to Restrict Processing: You can request that we restrict the processing of your information in certain circumstances.Right to Data Portability: You can request to receive your personal information in a structured, commonly used format.Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your personal information in certain circumstances.Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent at any time where we rely on consent to process your personal information.Under CCPA (for California Residents)If you are a California resident, you have the following rights:Right to Know: You can request information about the personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell.Right to Delete: You can request deletion of personal information we have collected about you.Right to Opt-Out: You can opt-out of the sale of your personal information (note that we do not currently sell personal information).Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.How to Exercise Your RightsTo exercise your privacy rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Information” section below. We will respond to your request within the timeframe required by applicable law. Contact Us About Your Privacy RightsOpt-Out OptionsCookie Opt-OutYou can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies.Google Analytics Opt-OutYou can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.Email CommunicationsIf you receive newsletters or promotional emails from us, you can unsubscribe by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of these emails.Advertising Opt-OutYou can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Digital Advertising Alliance or Network Advertising Initiative.Children’s Privacy Our blog is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we discover that a child under 16 has provided us with personal information, we will promptly delete such information from our servers.Privacy Policy Updates We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this Privacy Policy.For significant changes, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you, such as by posting a prominent notice on our blog or sending you an email notification if we have your contact information.We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our information practices and your privacy rights and choices.Your continued use of our blog after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.Contact Information If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:Email: contact@skin.trishakannamd.comSubject Line: Privacy Policy Inquiry Email Us About PrivacyWe will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible and within the timeframe required by applicable law.At skin.trishakannamd.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy while providing valuable dermatology content. We strive to be transparent about our data practices and to give you control over your personal information.Thank you for taking the time to read our Privacy Policy. By using our blog, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. Share FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
