Privacy Policy

1. Our Commitment to Your Privacy

At the Fertility Clinics Directory, we understand that when you’re searching for fertility clinics and information, your privacy is paramount. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and your rights concerning that data.

This policy applies to all visitors and users of the Fertility Clinics Directory website (the “Directory”).

2. Information We Collect

We collect information that falls into two main categories:

A. Information You Give Us Directly (Personal Data)

You might provide this information when you:

• Register an Account: Your name, email address, and a password.
• Submit a Review or Feedback: Your name (or a pseudonym/display name) and any text you submit.
• Contact a Clinic: If we offer a contact form to connect you with a fertility clinic, the information you enter (your name, email, and message) is collected by us and then securely forwarded to the clinic.
• Subscribe to a Newsletter: Your email address.
• Clinic Owners/Representatives: Contact details, professional credentials, and business information submitted for a listing.

Note on Sensitive Data: We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data (like medical records, race, or religious beliefs). However, because you are using a Fertility Clinics Directory, any data you volunteer in a message or review may be related to your health. By providing it, you consent to our processing of that data only for the purpose for which you submitted it (e.g., posting a review or sending a contact message).

B. Information We Collect Automatically (Technical Data)

When you use the Directory, our system collects some data automatically:

• Usage Information: Pages you viewed, the time spent on those pages, clicks, and links followed.
• Device Data: Your device’s IP address, browser type, operating system, and unique device identifiers.
• Location Data: General location inferred from your IP address (e.g., city/state) to provide localized fertility clinic listings.
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and analyze site traffic (see Section 5 below).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following legitimate purposes:

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We only share it in the following specific circumstances:

• With Clinics (At Your Request): If you use a contact form to reach a clinic listed in the Directory, we will forward your personal data (name, email, and message content) to that specific clinic. Once the data is shared, the clinic’s own privacy policy governs their use of your information.
• With Service Providers: We use third-party tools for things like website hosting, data analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), email delivery, and customer support. These providers are obligated to protect your data and only use it for the services they provide to us.
• For Legal Reasons: If required by law, court order, or governmental request, we will disclose your information.
• Business Transfers: If the Directory or our company is acquired, sold, or merged, your data may be transferred to the new owner.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies (small data files stored on your device) and similar technologies:

• Essential Cookies: Necessary to run the website (e.g., keeping you logged in).
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand site performance and user traffic.
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences (e.g., your last search location).

Your Choices: Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies. However, please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Fertility Clinics Directory.

6. Your Data Rights

Depending on where you live (e.g., the European Economic Area or California), you may have the following rights over your data:

We will respond to all requests exercising your data rights in accordance with applicable law.

7. Data Security and Retention

We implement commercially reasonable security measures (like encryption and secure servers) to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure.

We will keep your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law (e.g., for legal, accounting, or reporting requirements).

8. Policy Updates and Contact

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date.

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

Email: info@fertilityclinicsdirectory.com.ng