Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Contact information when you reach out to us
• Feedback and comments you submit
• Newsletter subscription information (if applicable)

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and location information
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent on our site
• Referring website information

1.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Advertising Cookies: Used to display relevant advertisements

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our website services
• To improve our website content and user experience
• To analyze website usage and performance
• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• To send newsletters or updates (with your consent)
• To display personalized advertisements
• To comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
• Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements on our website
• Hosting Services: For website hosting and maintenance
• Email Services: For sending newsletters and communications

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Legal processes or government requests
• Protection of our rights and property
• Safety concerns for users or the public

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.

4. Google AdSense and Advertising

Our website uses Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense may use cookies and web beacons to:

• Display personalized advertisements based on your interests
• Measure advertisement effectiveness
• Prevent fraudulent activity

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ad Settings or aboutads.info.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:

• Secure data transmission using SSL encryption
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information
• Secure hosting infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Object to processing of your personal information
• Request data portability

6.2 Cookie Management

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Block all cookies
• Accept only essential cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Set preferences for future cookies

6.3 Opt-Out Options

You can opt out of:

• Email communications by unsubscribing
• Personalized advertising through Google Ad Settings
• Analytics tracking through browser settings

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. 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 such information.

8. 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 information during such transfers.

9. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will:

• Post the updated policy on this page
• Update the "Last updated" date
• Notify users of significant changes (if applicable)

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Website: Women's Health Guide
• Email: privacy@womenshealthguide.com
• Response Time: We aim to respond within 30 days

12. Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
• Other applicable local privacy laws