Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

4Kira4Dads ("we," "us," "our," or the "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, mobile applications, and services (collectively, the "Services").

By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this policy, please do not access or use our Services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Account Information: Name, email address, username, password, and profile information
• Contact Information: Phone number, mailing address
• Demographic Information: Age, gender, location (city, state, country)
• Health-Related Information: Information about pregnancy, birth experiences, and maternal health (voluntarily provided)
• Communication Data: Messages, comments, forum posts, and feedback you provide
• Payment Information: Credit card details, billing address (processed through secure third-party payment processors)
• Survey Responses: Information you provide in surveys or questionnaires

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Services, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device Information: Device type, operating system, unique device identifiers, mobile network information
• Usage Information: Pages visited, features used, time and date of visits, time spent on pages, links clicked
• Location Information: IP address, approximate geographic location based on IP address
• Log Information: Browser type, Internet Service Provider (ISP), referring/exit pages, date/time stamps
• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Information collected through cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from:

• Social Media Platforms: When you connect your social media accounts
• Analytics Providers: Google Analytics and other analytics services
• Business Partners: Organizations we collaborate with for programs and events
• Public Sources: Publicly available information relevant to our mission

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision and Improvement

• Create and manage your account
• Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
• Process transactions and send related information
• Personalize your experience and deliver relevant content
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Send you technical notices, updates, security alerts, and support messages

3.2 Communication and Marketing

• Send newsletters, educational content, and program updates
• Inform you about new features, services, and opportunities
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)
• Conduct surveys and collect feedback

3.3 Research and Analytics

• Analyze usage patterns and trends
• Measure the effectiveness of our programs
• Conduct research to improve maternal health outcomes
• Generate aggregate statistics and insights

3.4 Legal and Safety

• Comply with legal obligations and regulations
• Protect the rights, property, and safety of our users and others
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, security issues, and technical problems
• Enforce our Terms of Service and other policies

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., payment processing, email delivery, hosting, analytics)
• Business Partners: With organizations we collaborate with for programs, events, and initiatives (with your consent)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, subpoena, court order, or government request
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and that of our users and the public
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets
• Consent: With your explicit consent or at your direction
• Aggregate Information: We may share aggregate, non-identifiable information publicly and with partners

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure servers and data centers
• Access controls and authentication mechanisms
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Employee training on data protection and privacy
• Incident response procedures

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

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information 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 we use to determine retention periods include:

• The duration of your account and use of our Services
• Legal, regulatory, tax, accounting, or other requirements
• The purpose for which the information was collected
• Research or statistical purposes (in anonymized form)

When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Update

You can access and update your personal information through your account settings or by contacting us directly at the email address provided below.

7.2 Account Deletion

You may request deletion of your account and personal information by emailing us at galbert@4kira4moms.com. We will process your request within 14 business days. Please note that some information may be retained for legal, research, or legitimate business purposes.

7.3 Communication Preferences

You can opt-out of receiving promotional communications from us by:

• Following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails
• Updating your communication preferences in your account settings
• Contacting us directly

7.4 Cookie Preferences

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can adjust your browser settings to remove or reject cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Services.

7.5 Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our Services do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage your tracking preferences through your browser settings and our cookie preferences.

8. International Data Transfers

Our Services are operated in the United States. If you are located outside the United States, please be aware that information we collect will be transferred to and processed in the United States. By using our Services, you consent to this transfer, processing, and storage of your information in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13. 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 promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at the email address provided below.

10. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to Know: You can request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we collect
• Right to Delete: You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions
• Right to Opt-Out: You can opt-out of the sale of your personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us at galbert@4kira4moms.com.

11. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
• Right to Restriction: Request restriction of processing your personal data
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your personal data
• Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at galbert@4kira4moms.com. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

12. Third-Party Services and Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, services, and applications that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our Services.

Our Services may integrate with the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and usage tracking
• Social Media Platforms: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn for social sharing and authentication
• Payment Processors: Stripe, PayPal for secure payment processing
• Email Services: SendGrid, Mailchimp for email communications
• Cloud Services: AWS, Google Cloud for hosting and storage

13. Mobile Application Privacy

When you use our mobile applications, we may collect additional information:

13.1 Mobile Device Information

• Device identifiers and advertising IDs
• Device model, manufacturer, and operating system version
• Mobile carrier and network information
• App version and usage statistics

13.2 Location Services

With your permission, we may collect precise location information to provide location-based features and services. You can disable location services through your device settings.

13.3 Push Notifications

We may send push notifications to your mobile device with your consent. You can manage push notification preferences through your device settings.

13.4 App Permissions

Our mobile apps may request the following permissions:

• Camera: To upload profile photos and share images
• Photos/Media: To save and upload content
• Notifications: To send important updates and reminders
• Network Access: To sync data and access online features

14. Health Information and HIPAA

While we collect health-related information to support our mission of improving maternal health outcomes, we are not a covered entity under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). However, we are committed to protecting your health information with the highest standards of privacy and security.

Any health information you provide is voluntary and will be used solely for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. We will never share your health information with third parties without your explicit consent, except as required by law.

15. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, legal requirements, and other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website and mobile applications
• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending you an email notification (for material changes)
• Displaying a prominent notice on our Services

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

16. Contact Us

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

For privacy-specific inquiries, please include "Privacy Request" in the subject line of your email.

By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.