Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 14th, 2025
Thank you for using TheMed Research Tracker, an AI-powered platform operated by TheMed.health ("TheMed," "we," "our," or "us").
We value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you access or use our service.
By registering, logging in, or visiting themed.health, app.themed.health, or any of their subdomains, subfolders, or related pages, you consent to the practices described below.
1. Who We Are
TheMed Research Tracker is operated by TheMed.health, an Israel-based service providing AI-powered access to and organization of published medical research.
We act as the data controller for the personal data collected through our platform.
Contact: info@themed.health
Website: https://themed.health
2. Data We Collect
We collect only the information necessary to operate and improve our service.
a. Account Information
When you register, we collect:
- Email address (mandatory)
- Password (stored as a secure hash)
- Professional status (mandatory) – e.g., MD, PhD, medical student, nurse, researcher
- Title (optional)
- First and Last Name (optional)
b. Professional Details
Users may optionally provide additional professional information such as:
- Medical specialty (optional)
- Fields of interest (optional)
These details help us surface relevant articles and can be modified or removed at any time.
c. Usage and Analytics Data
We collect anonymous or aggregated data about how you use the service, including:
- Pages visited, searches made, time spent on site
- Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
- IP address and general location (country/city level)
This helps us maintain security, detect errors, and improve user experience.
d. Cookies and Similar Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
- Essential site functions (authentication, security)
- Analytics and performance tracking
- Future marketing purposes (with user consent where required)
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings.
e. Communications
We may send you:
Service and product communications such as weekly digests, reminders, and updates.
Commercial communications such as offers, promotions, or product news.
You can opt out of commercial messages at any time by using the "unsubscribe" link in each email.
f. Payment Information
The service is currently free.
If paid features are added in the future, payments will be processed securely through trusted third-party providers (e.g., Stripe or similar).
We will not store full payment details on our servers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use personal data for the following purposes:
- To provide, maintain, and secure your account.
- To personalize your experience (e.g., specialty-based article recommendations).
- To improve functionality, features, and content of the platform.
- To send service notifications and updates.
- To comply with legal obligations or enforce our Terms and Conditions.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
4. Legal Bases for Processing (for EEA and UK users)
Where required by law, we rely on the following legal grounds:
- Performance of a contract: operating your account and providing the service.
- Legitimate interests: analytics, service improvement, and communication.
- Consent: optional marketing communications and non-essential cookies.
5. Data Sharing and Transfers
We may use trusted third-party providers to help us operate the service, including:
- Cloud hosting and storage
- AI-based processing
- Analytics and usage monitoring
- Email delivery and communications
These providers may process data on our behalf and are contractually required to protect it.
Some may operate in countries outside your own, including the United States or other jurisdictions using appropriate data protection safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
We may also disclose information if required by law, regulation, or court order.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to provide our service or meet legal requirements:
- Account data: retained until you delete your account.
- Analytics and logs: typically kept up to 12–24 months.
- Backups: stored according to our hosting provider's retention schedule.
You may request deletion of your account or data at any time.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction or deletion of inaccurate information.
- Object to or restrict certain processing.
- Withdraw consent for marketing communications.
- Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
To exercise these rights, contact us at info@themed.health.
8. Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration.
This includes encryption in transit, restricted access controls, and secure cloud infrastructure.
However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
9. Children's Privacy
TheMed Research Tracker is intended for professional use by adults.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18 years old.
If you believe a minor has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.
10. Links to Third-Party Content
Our platform may link to external research sources, journals, or third-party sites.
We are not responsible for their privacy practices or content.
Please review their own privacy policies before interacting with those websites.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
If we make significant changes, we will notify registered users by email or in-app notice.
The date at the top indicates when this Policy was last updated.
Your continued use of the service after updates means you accept the revised version.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at: