CodeTheCure - Legal Documents

IMPORTANT NOTICE: This document was drafted as a starting template for CodeTheCure. It should be reviewed by a licensed attorney before being published. This is not legal advice.

PRIVACY POLICY

1. Overview

CodeTheCure ("we," "us," or "our") is a free cancer health education platform based in the United States. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have over your data.

CodeTheCure is an educational tool only. We are not a healthcare provider, medical service, or covered entity under HIPAA. We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

2. Information We Collect

We collect only what is necessary to provide our service. When you create an account, we collect your email address, the username or display name you choose, and your password which is stored in encrypted form and is never visible to us. We also record the date your account was created.

We collect journey stage information that is non-medical in nature. This includes the journey stage you self-select, which is one of the following: newly diagnosed, in treatment, survivor, caregiver, or general awareness. We also store the general topic categories you have explored on the platform, such as clinical trials or financial resources, but we never store specific medical details. We retain your communication preferences and a record of how many sessions you have had and when you last visited.

For general usage purposes we collect information about pages visited and features used, your device type and browser for technical support purposes, and your general location at the country or state level only.

There is a significant list of information we do not collect. We do not collect your cancer type, diagnosis, treatment details, medications, or any specific health information on our servers. We do not collect your date of birth, Social Security number, insurance information, or medical record numbers. We do not collect or store documents or medical text you submit for explanation, as these are processed in memory and immediately discarded. We do not collect any information you choose to store locally on your device through our optional local storage feature, as that data never reaches our servers.

3. How We Process Your Messages

When you send a message to CodeTheCure, your message is automatically screened to remove any personal identifying information you may have accidentally included, such as your name, phone number, or email address, before it is processed further. The cleaned message is then sent to a third-party AI provider to generate an educational response. We do not store the content of your messages or the AI responses in our database. We store only anonymized category information about the general topics you explored.

4. Third-Party AI Providers

CodeTheCure uses third-party AI services to generate educational responses. Your messages, after personal identifiers have been removed, are sent to these providers for processing. We recommend you do not include your full name, date of birth, or other personal identifiers in your messages. We are not responsible for the data practices of third-party AI providers and encourage you to review their individual privacy policies for more information.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to create and maintain your account, to personalize your experience based on your journey stage and communication preferences, to improve the quality and relevance of our educational content, and to send you service-related communications. You can opt out of non-essential emails at any time. We also use your information to ensure the security and proper functioning of our platform and to comply with legal obligations.

We do not sell your personal information. We do not use your information for advertising targeting. We do not share your information with data brokers.

6. Future Monetization

CodeTheCure is currently free to use. If we introduce paid features, subscriptions, or other monetization in the future, we will update this Privacy Policy and notify all registered users before those changes take effect. We will never sell your personal information as part of any monetization strategy.

7. Data Retention

Account information is retained for as long as your account is active. Journey stage and preference data is retained until you delete your account or request deletion. Message content is not retained, as it is processed and discarded immediately. Usage logs are retained for a maximum of 30 days for security and performance purposes and are then automatically and permanently deleted.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to access all information we have stored about you, which you can view through your account settings. You can correct your account information and preferences at any time. You can delete your account and all associated data at any time through your account settings, and deletion is permanent and takes effect within 30 days. You can opt out of non-essential communications at any time through your account settings or by emailing us directly. You can also request a portable copy of your data by contacting us.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at: codethecure@gmail.com

9. Children's Privacy

CodeTheCure is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child under 13 has created an account on our platform, please contact us immediately and we will permanently delete the account and all associated data.

10. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information. All data in transit is encrypted using TLS. All stored data is encrypted at rest. We maintain strict access controls limiting who on our team can access user data. Sessions automatically time out after a period of inactivity. We conduct regular security monitoring of our systems.

No system is perfectly secure. If we become aware of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach.

11. Cookies

We use essential cookies only, meaning cookies that are strictly required for the platform to function, such as keeping you logged in between sessions. We do not use advertising cookies or behavioral tracking cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but doing so may affect your ability to use certain features of the platform.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time as our platform evolves. We will notify registered users of any material changes by email at least 30 days before those changes take effect. Your continued use of CodeTheCure after changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at codethecure@gmail.com or visit us at codethecure.app.

TERMS OF SERVICE

1. Acceptance of Terms

By creating an account or using CodeTheCure in any way, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, do not use CodeTheCure. These Terms of Service constitute a legally binding agreement between you and CodeTheCure. Please read them carefully before using the platform.

2. What CodeTheCure Is

CodeTheCure is a cancer health education platform. It provides general cancer information sourced from published medical literature and reputable organizations including the National Cancer Institute, American Cancer Society, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and World Health Organization. It provides educational information about symptoms, risk factors, and early warning signs based on published clinical guidelines. It helps users understand medical terminology in plain language, provides information about financial resources, support organizations, and clinical trials, and offers mental health and emotional support resources.

3. What CodeTheCure Is Not

THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT SECTION OF THESE TERMS. PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY.

CodeTheCure is NOT a medical service. CodeTheCure is NOT a healthcare provider. CodeTheCure does NOT provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. CodeTheCure is NOT a substitute for professional medical care.

Nothing on CodeTheCure constitutes a medical diagnosis or a recommendation for a specific treatment plan. Nothing on CodeTheCure should be used to make medical decisions without first consulting a qualified healthcare provider. The AI assistant responses are educational information based on published medical literature and are not personalized medical advice tailored to your individual situation. Any symptom information provided is based on general patterns documented in medical literature and is not an assessment of your personal health.

ALWAYS consult a qualified healthcare provider before making any medical decisions. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. Do not rely on CodeTheCure in any medical emergency.

4. Eligibility

You must be at least 13 years old to use CodeTheCure. If you are between 13 and 18 years old, you must have the consent of a parent or legal guardian before using the platform. You must provide accurate and truthful information when creating an account and you may only maintain one account per person.

5. Account Responsibilities

You are solely responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account login credentials. You are responsible for all activity that occurs under your account, whether or not you authorized it. You agree to notify us immediately if you suspect any unauthorized access to or use of your account. You agree to ensure that all information you provide to us remains accurate and up to date.

6. Acceptable Use

You agree to use CodeTheCure only for lawful purposes and strictly in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to use CodeTheCure for any commercial purpose without our prior written permission. You agree not to attempt to reverse engineer, copy, or replicate CodeTheCure's systems, codebase, or AI functionality. You agree not to submit false, misleading, or harmful information through the platform. You agree not to attempt to circumvent, disable, or interfere with any security features of the platform. You agree not to use CodeTheCure to harass, threaten, or harm any other person. You agree not to attempt to access another user's account or personal data. You agree not to use automated tools, bots, or scripts to interact with CodeTheCure. You agree not to use CodeTheCure in any manner that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the platform or its servers.

7. Health Information Disclaimer

The health information provided by CodeTheCure is sourced from reputable published medical organizations including the National Cancer Institute, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, World Health Organization, American Cancer Society, and peer-reviewed medical journals. However, medical knowledge evolves rapidly and information provided may not always reflect the most current research or clinical guidelines. General health information may not apply to your specific individual situation. The AI assistant may occasionally produce inaccurate or incomplete information despite our best efforts to prevent this. You should always verify important health information with a qualified healthcare provider before acting on it.

By using CodeTheCure's health education features, you acknowledge that you understand the educational nature of the information provided and that you will not rely on it as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

8. Mental Health and Crisis Support

CodeTheCure provides access to mental health support resources and crisis hotlines including the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline and CancerCare counseling services. These resources are provided for informational and referral purposes only. CodeTheCure is not a mental health provider and does not provide mental health treatment.

If you are in crisis or experiencing a mental health emergency, call 988 or 911 immediately. Do not rely solely on CodeTheCure for crisis support.

9. Intellectual Property

CodeTheCure and its original content, features, design, and functionality are owned by CodeTheCure and are protected by applicable United States and international intellectual property laws. Medical information sourced from third-party organizations such as the NCI, ACS, and WHO remains the property of those respective organizations and is referenced in accordance with their terms of use. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from CodeTheCure's original content without our express prior written permission.

10. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, CODETHECURE AND ITS FOUNDERS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE CODETHECURE, EVEN IF WE HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

IN NO EVENT SHALL CODETHECURE'S TOTAL CUMULATIVE LIABILITY TO YOU EXCEED THE GREATER OF THE TOTAL AMOUNT YOU HAVE PAID TO CODETHECURE IN THE TWELVE MONTHS PRECEDING THE CLAIM OR ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($100.00). THIS LIMITATION APPLIES REGARDLESS OF THE LEGAL THEORY ON WHICH THE CLAIM IS BASED.

11. Disclaimer of Warranties

CODETHECURE IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. WE EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT CODETHECURE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE, THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED, OR THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED WILL BE ACCURATE, COMPLETE, OR CURRENT.

12. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless CodeTheCure and its founders, officers, employees, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses, including reasonable attorney fees, arising out of or related to your use of CodeTheCure, your violation of these Terms of Service, your violation of any rights of a third party, or any content or information you submit to CodeTheCure.

13. Future Paid Features

CodeTheCure is currently free to use. If we introduce paid features, premium subscriptions, or other paid offerings in the future, we will provide clear and transparent pricing information before any charges are incurred. We will obtain your express consent before charging you for any feature. Refund policies will be clearly communicated at the time of any purchase. We will update these Terms of Service with specific payment terms before any paid features are made available.

14. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or permanently terminate your account at any time and for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms of Service, without prior notice or liability. You may terminate your account at any time through your account settings. Upon termination for any reason, your right to access and use CodeTheCure ceases immediately. We will delete your personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States and the state in which CodeTheCure is registered, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of CodeTheCure shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in that state. You waive any objection to the exercise of jurisdiction over you by such courts.

16. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time as our platform and legal obligations evolve. We will notify all registered users of any material changes by email at least 30 days before those changes take effect. Your continued use of CodeTheCure after updated Terms take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms. If you do not agree to updated Terms, you must stop using CodeTheCure before the changes take effect.

17. Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Service is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision will be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable.

18. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service together with our Privacy Policy constitute the entire agreement between you and CodeTheCure with respect to your use of the platform and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations, and understandings between you and CodeTheCure relating to the subject matter herein.

19. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at codethecure@gmail.com or visit us at codethecure.app.