Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

TinaMed, accessible at tinanime.com, adheres to the highest standards for collecting, using, securing, and retaining personal and non-personal information. We collect information from users in various ways, including through user registrations, contact forms, and automatic data collection technologies such as cookies and web beacons. When you visit our website, we may collect details such as your IP address, browser type, device identifiers, and browsing patterns. If you contact us, register for an account, or subscribe to any content or services, we may collect details including, but not limited to, your name, email address, and other contact data. We do not knowingly collect personal data from individuals under the age of 13 in accordance with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). The data collected is intended to support our legitimate business interests and allow us to provide users with a customized experience while navigating TinaMed.

Use of Collected Information

All information collected by TinaMed is processed and utilized with due diligence to meet our website's mission of offering detailed and reliable pharmaceuticals, diseases, and supplement information. We employ your data to personalize your interaction with the website, deliver targeted content, send updates or newsletters, and process any requests or questions you submit. Aggregated, non-identifiable data may be used for analytical and site improvement purposes. Personal information is only used for direct communication with you concerning site content, service updates, user feedback, or other strictly relevant matters. We ensure that all personal information is processed in line with applicable United States data privacy laws, including, but not limited to, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for users within California.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

TinaMed utilizes cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, understand user engagement, and improve the website's overall performance. Cookies are small text files stored on your device to help identify your sessions, track user preferences, and enable core site functionalities. You have the option to control or disable cookies through your web browser settings; however, disabling cookies may affect the functionality and accessibility of certain parts of the site. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies and tracking tools as outlined in this policy. We may use both session and persistent cookies, and data collected via cookies is never sold or shared for third-party marketing purposes.

Disclosure of Personal Information

Your privacy is a top priority at TinaMed. We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personally identifiable information to outside parties without your explicit consent, except as required for legal compliance or to provide requested services. Information may be disclosed to trusted third-party service providers who assist us in website operation, analytics, or business maintenance, provided those parties agree to keep this information confidential and comply with relevant U.S. privacy laws. We may also disclose user information as required by applicable law, to protect our site, or if necessary to respond to lawful requests by public authorities, including to meet law enforcement or national security requirements.

Data Security and Retention

TinaMed implements robust administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to secure your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. These measures include secure servers, encryption protocols, and restricted access policies designed to protect data integrity. Despite our efforts, no transmission over the Internet or storage system can be guaranteed absolute security; as such, we cannot warrant the complete safety of your information. We retain personal data only as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, maintain legal compliance, resolve disputes, or enforce our agreements. Once your data is no longer required for the stated purposes, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

User Rights and Choices

As a user of TinaMed, you have rights regarding your personal information under applicable United States law. You have the right to access, correct, update, or delete your personal information stored by us, subject to verification and certain exceptions prescribed by law. You may also have the right to opt out of our communications, such as newsletters and promotional updates, by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in our emails. Residents of certain states, including California, may have additional rights regarding their personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us directly using the email provided in this policy. We endeavor to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.

Third-Party Links and Content

TinaMed may feature links or references to third-party websites and resources for informational purposes. These third-party sites operate independently and have separate privacy and data collection practices. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external entities and encourage you to review their privacy policies if you choose to visit or interact with their services. The inclusion of third-party links does not imply endorsement or warranty of those sites or the information, products, or services contained therein.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

TinaMed reserves the right to update, modify, or amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect changes in our data practices, operational requirements, or applicable law. All modifications will be effective immediately upon posting on the website unless otherwise stated. We encourage users to periodically review this page to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Your continued use of TinaMed following the posting of updates constitutes your acceptance of such changes.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please do not hesitate to contact us. The owner of TinaMed is Gregory Ashwell, University of Leeds, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, LS2 9JT, United Kingdom. You can reach us by email at [email protected]. We are committed to resolving your privacy-related concerns and providing further information regarding our privacy practices upon request.