Privacy Policy

MedAlert Limited, a New Zealand registered limited liability company ("MedAlerts" or "We"), respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this policy. This policy describes:

  • The types of information we may collect or that you may provide when you download, install, register with, access, or use MedAlert's Informed mobile application (the "App").
  • Our practices for collecting, using, maintaining, protecting, and disclosing that information

This policy applies only to information we collect in this App and in email, text, and other electronic communications sent through or in connection with this App.

This policy DOES NOT apply to information that:

  • We collect offline or on any other MedAlerts apps or websites, including websites you may access through this App.
  • You provide to or is collected by any third party (see LINK TO "THIRD-PARTY INFORMATION COLLECTION").

Third party websites and applications may have their own privacy policies which we encourage you to read before providing information on or through them.

Please read this policy carefully to understand our policies and practices regarding your information and how we will treat it. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, do not download, register with, or use this App. By downloading, registering with, or using this App, you agree to this privacy policy. This policy may change from time to time (see LINK TO "CHANGES TO OUR PRIVACY POLICY”). Your continued use of this App after we make changes is deemed to be acceptance of those changes, so please check the policy periodically for updates.

Information We Collect and How We Collect It

We collect information from and about users of our App:

  • Directly from you when you provide it to us.
  • Automatically when you use the App.

Information You Provide to Us

When you download, register with, or use this App, we may ask you provide information:

  • By which you may be personally identified, such as name, postal address, email address, telephone number
  • That is about you but individually does not identify you such as certain demographic information.

This information includes:

  • Information that you provide by filling in forms in the App. This includes information provided at the time of registering to use the App, and requesting further services. We may also ask you for information when you report a problem with the App.
  • Information collected from you during your use of the App.
  • Records and copies of your correspondence (including email addresses and phone numbers), if you contact us.
  • Your responses to surveys that we might ask you to complete for research purposes.
  • Details of transactions you carry out through the App and of the fulfillment of your requests.
  • Your search queries on the App.

Automatic Information Collection and Tracking

When you download, access, and use the App, it may use technology to automatically collect:

  • Usage Details. When you access and use the App, we may automatically collect certain details of your access to and use of the App, including traffic data, logs, and other communication data and the resources that you access and use on or through the App.
  • Device Information. We may collect information about your mobile device and internet connection, including the device's unique device identifier, IP address, operating system, browser type, mobile network information, and the device's telephone number.
  • Stored Information and Files. The App also may access metadata and other information associated with other files stored on your device. This may include, for example, photographs, audio and video clips, personal contacts, and address book information.
  • Location Information. This App does not collect real-time information about the location of your device. ???

If you do not want us to collect this information, do not download the App or delete it from your device. For more information, see LINK TO CHOICES ABOUT HOW WE USE AND DISCLOSE YOUR INFORMATION.

We also may use these technologies to collect information about your activities over time and across third-party websites, apps, or other online services (behavioural tracking). For more information, see LINK TO “DO NOT TRACK DISCLOSURES” for information on how you can opt out of behavioural tracking on or through this app and how we respond to browser signals and other mechanisms that enable consumers to exercise choice about behavioural tracking.

Information Collection and Tracking Technologies

The technologies we use for automatic information collection may include:

  • Cookies (or mobile cookies). A cookie is a small file placed on your smartphone. It may be possible to refuse to accept mobile cookies by activating the appropriate setting on your smartphone. However, if you select this setting you may be unable to access certain parts of our App.
  • Web Beacons. Pages of the App and our emails may contain small electronic files known as web beacons (also referred to as clear gifs, pixel tags, and single-pixel gifs) that permit MedAlerts, for example, to count users who have visited those pages or opened an email and for other related app statistics (for example, recording the popularity of certain app content and verifying system and server integrity).

Third-Party Information Collection

When you use the App or its content, certain third parties may use automatic information collection technologies to collect information about you or your device. These third parties may include:

  • Analytics companies.
  • Your mobile device manufacturer.
  • Your mobile service provider.

These third parties may use tracking technologies to collect information about you when you use this App. They may use this information to provide you with interest-based (behavioural) advertising or other targeted content.

We do not control these third parties' tracking technologies or how they may be used and we do not monitor your interactions with third parties. Any interactions you have with third parties are solely your responsibility. If you have any questions about an advertisement or other targeted content, you should contact the responsible provider directly. For information about how you can opt out of receiving targeted advertising from many providers, see LINK TO "CHOICES ABOUT HOW WE USE AND DISCLOSE YOUR INFORMATION".

How We Use Your Information

We use information that we collect about you or that you provide to us, including any PHI, to:

  • Provide you with the App and its contents, and any other information, products or services that you request from us.
  • Fulfil any other purpose for which you provide it.
  • Give you notices about your account, including expiration and renewal notices.
  • Carry out our obligations and enforce our rights arising from any contracts or agreements entered into between you and us.
  • Notify you when App updates are available, and of changes to any products or services we offer or provide though it.

The usage information we collect helps us to improve our App and to deliver a better and more personalized experience by enabling us to:

  • Estimate our audience size and usage patterns.
  • Store information about your preferences, allowing us to customize our App according to your individual preferences.
  • Speed up your searches.
  • Recognize you when you use the App.

We may also use your information to contact you about our own and third parties' goods and services that may be of interest to you. If you do not want us to use your information in this way, please check the relevant box located on the form on which we collect your data. For more information, see LINK TO "CHOICES ABOUT HOW WE USE AND DISCLOSE YOUR INFORMATION".

Aggregated and De-identified Data

Subject to applicable New Zealand law we may license, sell, or otherwise share aggregated, de-identified versions of your data (“De-identified Information”) with our subsidiaries, affiliates, partners, customers, investors, and contractors for any purpose. You agree and acknowledge that MedAlerts is the sole and exclusive owner of any De-identified Information created by MedAlerts and that you have no ownership or other intellectual property rights in or to such De-identified Information.

Disclosure of Your Information

We may disclose personal information that we collect or you provide:

  • To our subsidiaries and affiliates who are bound by contractual obligations to keep personal information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.
  • To contractors, service providers, and other third parties we use to support our business and who are bound by contractual obligations to keep personal information confidential and use it only for the purposes for which we disclose it to them.
  • To fulfill the purpose for which you provide it.
  • For any other purpose disclosed by us when you provide the information.
  • With your consent.
  • To comply with any court order, law, or legal process, including to respond to any government or regulatory request.
  • To enforce our rights arising from any contracts entered into between you and us, including the End User License Agreement, and for billing and collection.
  • Subject to applicable laws, if we believe disclosure is necessary or appropriate to protect the rights, property, or safety of MedAlerts Limited, our customers or others. This includes exchanging information with other companies and organizations for the purposes of fraud protection.

Your Choices About Our Collection, Use, and Disclosure of Your Information

We strive to provide you with choices regarding the PHI and other personal information you provide to us. This section describes mechanisms we provide for you to control certain uses and disclosures of over your information.

  • Tracking Technologies. You can set your browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you disable or refuse cookies or block the use of other tracking technologies, some parts of the App may then be inaccessible or not function properly.
  • Promotion by MedAlerts. If you do not want us to use your email address to promote our own or third parties' products or services, you can opt-out by emailing us at support@medalerts.co.nz. You can also always opt-out by logging into the App and adjusting your user preferences in your account profile by checking or unchecking the relevant boxes or by sending us an email stating your request to support@medalerts.co.nz.

We do not control third parties' collection or use of your information to serve interest-based advertising. However these third parties may provide you with ways to choose not to have your information collected or used in this way. You can opt out of receiving targeted ads from members of the Network Advertising Initiative ("NAI") on the NAI's website.

Accessing and Correcting Your Personal Information

You can review and change your information by logging into the App and visiting your account profile page. We cannot change your information nor can we delete your information except by also deleting your user account. We may deny access to your personal information when required by law or if we believe such access would cause the information of a third party to be revealed.

Data Security

We have implemented technical, physical, administrative and organizational measures designed to secure your personal information from accidental loss and from unauthorized access, use, alteration, and disclosure. All information you provide to us is stored on our secure servers behind firewalls which conform to applicable state and federal regulations. The safety and security of your information also depends on you. Where we have given you (or where you have chosen) a password or security pin number for access to certain parts of our App, you are responsible for keeping this password confidential. Do not to share your password with anyone.

Unfortunately, the transmission of information via the internet and mobile platforms is not completely secure. Although we do our best to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee the security of your personal information transmitted through our App. Any transmission of personal information is at your own risk. We are not responsible for circumvention of any privacy settings or security measures we provide.

Changes to Our Privacy Policy

We may update our privacy policy from time to time.

Contact Information

To ask questions or comment about this privacy policy and our privacy practices, contact us at: support@medalerts.co.nz

GDPR POLICY

1. Data Collection: Our mobile app may collect the following types of data from you:

  • Personal Information: such as your name, email address, physical address and phone number.
  • Device Information: such as your device type, operating system, and IP address.
  • Usage Information: such as the pages you visit, the features you use, and the length of time you spend using the app.

We collect this data to provide healthcare services to you, and to help us understand your health needs and preferences. We process your data in accordance with GDPR regulations.

2. Data Processing: We process your data for the following purposes:

  • To provide you with our services: We use your personal and medical information to provide you with healthcare services and to communicate with you.
  • To analyse usage patterns: We use your usage information to understand how our app is being used, and to improve our services.
  • To conduct research: We may use your data to conduct research and to improve our healthcare services.

We will not use your data for any purpose other than providing you with our services.

3. Data Storage: We store your data on secure servers in compliance with GDPR regulations. We take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, accidental loss, or destruction. We use industry-standard encryption to protect your data while it is in transit.

4. Data Sharing: We will not share your data with any third parties unless required by law, or with your explicit consent. If we do share your data, we will only share the minimum amount of data necessary to provide the service.

5. Data Subject Rights: You have the following rights regarding your data:

  • Right of Access: You have the right to access the data we hold about you.
  • Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Right to Erasure: You have the right to request that we delete your data.
  • Right to Object: You have the right to object to the processing of your data.
  • Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer your data to another controller.

6. Data Breach Notification: In the event of a data breach, we will notify you within 72 hours of becoming aware of the breach. We will also notify the relevant authorities in compliance with GDPR regulations.

7. Cookies: We use cookies to improve your user experience on our app. Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device. They help us to remember your preferences and to analyse how our app is being used. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings.

By using our mobile app, you agree to our GDPR policy. We reserve the right to modify our policy at any time. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our GDPR policy, please contact us.