1. Information We Collect

• Name
• Email
• Account credentials
• Symptom descriptions
• IP address
• Device type
• Browser information
• Usage analytics

 2. How We Use Information

• Provide educational results
• Improve platform functionality
• Provide customer support
• Communicate service updates

 3. Nature of Health-Related Inputs

• You may voluntarily provide symptom or condition-related information.
• Because SurgMatch operates as a consumer educational platform and not as a Covered Entity under HIPAA, such information is not governed by HIPAA.
• However, we implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect user data.

 4. Data Sharing

• With service providers (hosting, analytics)
• If required by law
• During business transfers

 5. Data Retention

• We retain information as long as necessary to provide services or comply with legal obligations.

 6. Security

• We use reasonable technical and administrative measures to safeguard information. However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

 7. Your Rights

• Access to your data
• Correction
• Deletion

 8. Children's Privacy

• SurgMatch is not intended for individuals under 18.

 9. Cookies

• We use cookies to enhance user experience. You may disable cookies through browser settings.

10. Changes to This Policy

• We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of the platform constitutes acceptance of updates.