Privacy Policy – Ask Asklepios

At Ask Asklepios Health Website, we are deeply committed to protecting the privacy and security of our users’ personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your personal information when you visit and use our website. Please read this policy carefully. For more information, visit our About, Terms of Use, and FAQ pages. If you still have questions, feel free to contact us through our Contact Page.

1. Information We Collect

Ask Asklepios may collect certain information from users in various ways, including:

Technical Information: IP address, browser type, pages visited, click history, and other technical data.
Cookies: Cookies may be used to enhance the user experience by tracking interactions and remembering user preferences.
Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze site traffic. This tool collects anonymous data on user interactions, such as time spent on pages, device type, and geographic location. These analytics are not shared unless legally required or explicitly permitted under Google’s terms.
Google AdSense: Google AdSense may deliver interest-based advertisements by using cookies and similar technologies to track user preferences.
Bing and Yandex Analytics: Similarly, these tools may collect anonymous user interaction data to improve site performance.

2. Use of Information

We may use the collected data for the following purposes:

Responding to user inquiries and requests
Providing relevant health-related content and updates
Analyzing user behavior to improve the website experience

3. Information Sharing

Ask Asklepios does not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties, except under the following conditions:

Service Providers: Google, Bing, Yandex, and similar analytics or ad providers may have limited access to your data strictly to perform their services.
For more details, refer to the official privacy policies of Google Analytics, AdSense, Bing, and Yandex.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and administrative measures to protect your personal data. However, no data transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Please be aware that using the site carries inherent risks regarding information security.

5. Use of Cookies

We use cookies to enhance the user experience. Cookies help us track preferences and improve site functionality. You can manage cookies via your browser settings. Disabling cookies may impact certain features of the website.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files that help websites remember user preferences and session data.

More information:

www.allaboutcookies.org (external links)

Wikipedia – HTTP Cookie (external links)

(Note: We are not responsible for the content of external links, as mentioned under our “Third-Party Links” section.)

5.1 Cookie Settings per Browser

Google Chrome

Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and other site data
Manage cookie preferences or block all cookies

Mozilla Firefox

Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Customize cookie handling

Safari (Mac)

Go to Preferences > Privacy
Choose cookie blocking options

Microsoft Edge

Go to Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services
Adjust cookie settings under “Cookies and site permissions”

Opera

Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Choose how cookies are handled

Note: Disabling cookies may affect some site features, such as login or language preferences.

6. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites. Asklepios is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of external sites. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before interacting with them.

7. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. This may include fulfilling legal obligations or providing ongoing services.

8. User Rights

You have the right to update, correct, or delete your personal information. If you wish to exercise any of these rights, please contact us. For details on how services like Google, Bing, and Yandex handle your data, visit their respective privacy policy pages. About Ask Asklepios

9. Policy Updates

Ask Asklepios may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be published on this page. We recommend checking this policy regularly to stay informed.

10. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Privacy Policy, please contact us via our Contact Page.

This Privacy Policy is intended to help users understand how Asklepios processes, protects and shares personal data. By using our website, you agree to the terms described in this policy.

Last Updated: April 16, 2025