Privacy Policy

At DentalCare (khbz.net), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding data collection, use, and protection when you visit our dental clinic directory and health blog website.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain technical information through analytics tools:

• Device Information: Browser type and version, operating system, screen resolution, and device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on each page, navigation paths, and referring websites
• Location Data: Approximate geographic location at the city or state level, derived from your IP address
• Technical Data: Internet service provider information and connection type

1.2 Information You May Provide

Our website does not require account registration. However, you may voluntarily provide information when:

• Contacting us via email for listing requests or inquiries
• Submitting feedback about clinic information accuracy
• Interacting with third-party services linked from our site

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance website functionality, navigation, and user experience
• Content Optimization: Understanding which dental topics and clinic information are most valuable to users
• Geographic Relevance: Providing location-appropriate dental clinic listings based on your general area
• Technical Maintenance: Identifying and resolving technical issues, optimizing performance, and ensuring security
• Legal Compliance: Meeting our legal obligations and protecting our rights

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

3.1 What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you interact with content.

3.2 Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand visitor behavior through privacy-friendly analytics (Plausible)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences for a better experience

3.3 Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, though this may affect website functionality. For detailed instructions, consult your browser's help documentation.

For more information, please review our Cookie Policy.

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 External Links

Our website contains links to external resources including:

• Dental clinic websites
• Google Maps for clinic locations
• Social media platforms

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

4.2 Analytics Services

We use Plausible Analytics, a privacy-focused analytics service that does not use cookies for tracking and does not collect personal data. It provides aggregate insights without compromising individual privacy.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect the information processed through our website:

• Secure HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication protocols
• Secure hosting infrastructure

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

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your data:

• Right to Access: Request information about data we may have collected
• Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your data where applicable
• Right to Object: Object to certain types of data processing
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of certain data collection practices

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately for removal.

8. International Users

DentalCare is operated from the United States. If you access our website from outside the United States, please be aware that information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

10. Contact Us

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

• Website: khbz.net
• Email: [email protected]

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.