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Privacy Policy

Effective date: April 1, 2023

Who are we (data controller)?

We are Stepcare Pvt Ltd G-01, Ground floor, Brigade IRV Centre, Whitefield, Nallurhalli, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560066 and include its subsidiaries and affiliated entities(hereinafter “Stepcare  Evidence-based Healthcare”, “we” or “us”).

What does this Privacy Statement cover?

This Privacy Statement applies to our public-facing Stepcare Evidence-based Healthcare branded websites and other online services and will be available by a link on all sites and services which it covers. Our site may contain links to other websites not owned by Stepcare  Evidence-based Healthcare and we do not control the content or privacy practices of those sites.

Intended audience and scope of services ?????

Please note, for the purpose of this Online Privacy Statement, personal information means data or set of data that can identify an individual, such as name, address, telephone number, and email address.

What personal data do we collect and how do we intend to use it?

1. Data collected through cookies and similar technologies (for more details, including any third-party plug-ins please visit our Cookie Policy) – please note that based on local laws we might be required to obtain your prior consent (opt-in) or provide you with opt-out (right to object or to say no) for using certain types of cookies and similar technologies and/or for sharing data with third parties – upon visiting our website you will be provided with a customised cookie consent tool to make such choices as might be applicable:

  1. Type of data : IP address and related information such as location and internet provider, browser and content type, version and settings, viewed content and activities.
  2. Purpose : maintaining our websites, general statistics and measurement of effectiveness of our websites and marketing techniques, marketing.
  3. Legal basis: the legal basis may differ depending on local laws as applicable, but generally we consider that our legitimate interests justify the processing unless you specifically consent to some type of processing; we find such interests to be justified considering that the data is limited to browsing activities related to what is considered business or professional related (our website does not offer any content directed to individual consumers as well as any content which might be used for any inferences about your private life habits or interests), we provide easy opt-out and limit the retention of data before it is anonymized or deleted, data is also aggregated or pseudonymized unless for activities linked to submitting any webforms which might be linked to your identity submitted through suchform.
  4. Retention time : for details of expiration of cookies/similar technologies please visit our Cookie Policy, other data will be anonymized or deleted within 14months; for data directly linked to submitting a webform please visit section 2 below.
  5. Source of data : data is obtained automatically through your use of the website and from external parties such as Google Analytics (for more details please visit our Cookie Policy).
  6. Requirement to provide data and consequences of not providing :  you are not required to provide any data yourself.
  7. Your rights :  your rights may differ depending on local laws applicable, but generally (as far as applicable laws provide you with such rights) you would be entitled to: withdraw your consent at any time (which shall not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal), object to the processing of personal data, access your data and have inaccurate data corrected, obtain a copy of personal data (in some cases in portable format), ask us about any relevant details of processing, ask for erasure or restriction of processing, and to lodge complaints with relevant authorities (in particular in the country where you live, work or where the alleged infringement took place).
    You will also not be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing, including profiling, which produces legal effects concerning you or similarly significantly affects you.
  8. Data recipients and transfers :  Stepcare  Evidence-based Healthcare employees from the relevant teams, companies processing the data on our behalf (including for technical, software and marketing support), independent third parties (for more details please visit our Cookie Policy).Depending on applicable local laws you may obtain from us further information about specific entities having access to the data. Your data will be directly transferred to India (we also use US based providers) and any subsequent transfers will follow applicable local and regional laws.

Data collected through webforms and when you contact us directly:

  1. Type of data :  depending on the web form and content of your communication to us, this includes business contact details, content of your communication, information you have received and about interactions with us, as well as information about how you use our website, interests in our products and services, and any publicly available information relevant from a b2b perspective (such as public information about the company you represent and your official position).
  2. Purpose : to provide you with requested information and respond to your queries as well as for direct marketing of our services and products. 
  3. Legal basis : the legal basis may differ depending on local laws as applicable, but generally we consider that our legitimate interests justify the processing unless and until you ask us to provide specific services or products, in which case existing or intended contract provides a legal basis; we find such interests to be justified considering that the data is limited to what is usually shared by the people acting in their business or professional capacities and we provide easy opt-out (we will only refuse deleting your data if we have a compelling legal justification to keep them).
  4. Retention time : 2 years since the last interaction, unless the existing contract, legal claim or legal requirement justifies further processing of which you will be informed (data will be reviewed annually and data which is not relevant will be deleted).
  5. Source of data :   the data is provided by you directly, through interactions with our company and websites, and from publicly available sources of business-related information.
  6. Requirement to provide data and consequences of not providing : some fields are marked necessary in our webforms in order to submit such forms, not providing such data will result in no ability to submit a form and to obtain required information; in case some data is necessary because of requested services or products or to enter into contracts, you will receive such information separately.
  7. Your rights : 
    • your rights may differ depending on local laws applicable, but generally (as far as applicable laws provide you with such rights) you would be entitled to: object to the processing of personal data, access your data and have inaccurate data corrected, obtain a copy of personal data (in some cases in portable format), ask us about any relevant details of processing, ask for erasure or restriction of processing, and to lodge complaints with relevant authorities (in particular in the country where you live, work or where the alleged infringement took place).
    • Please note you can always unsubscribe to marketing communication through clicking unsubscribe links available in the marketing communication(s) you receive. In addition to that, irrespective of applicable laws, you can opt-out from processing (object to processing) and request us to delete your personal data by submitting your request through our Data Subject Request Portal and we will work with you to delete your personal information.
    • You will not be subject to a decision based solely on automated processing, including profiling, which produces legal effects concerning you or similarly significantly affects you. Limited profiling and business
    • classification might be used, as for type and size of business, number of employees, business role, interests etc.
  8. Data recipients and transfers : Stepcare  Evidence-based Healthcare employees from the relevant teams, companies processing the data on our behalf (including for technical, software and marketing support), independent third parties when this is necessary (auditors, lawyers, inspection agencies) or based on your choices and actions (as when you ask us to send you a shipment or letter using a third-party provider). Depending on applicable local laws you may obtain from us further information about specific entities having access to the data.

Legal Disclaimer

In certain situations, Stepcare  Evidence-based Healthcare may be required to disclose personal data in response to lawful requests by public authorities, including to meet national security requirements as well as instances requiring cooperation with law enforcement agencies where mandated by law.

As further required by Law (including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, or asset sales, but only if the acquiring organisation agrees to this Privacy Statement’s protections), we may also disclose your personal information as required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena or other legal process, when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.

How do we safeguard your personal data?

We use a range of security measures to protect your personal information. Please be aware, however, that Stepcare  Evidence-based Healthcare cannot guarantee that third parties will safeguard your personal data in a similar manner. Unencrypted information – including information sent via E-mail – may also be able to be read by third parties. As a user of our services, you are responsible for protecting the information you provide, including username and passwords, from misuse, by encryption or other means. If you have any questions about the security of your personal data, you can contact us at privacy@stepcare.co.in.

How to contact us if you have any questions:

If you have any questions about this Privacy Statement, then you can contact the Global Privacy Office online via privacy@stepcare.co.in Additionally, the contact information for the Grievance Officer for India is ……….. e-mail address – privacy@stepcare.co.in

How will we update this Privacy Statement?

We may amend this Privacy Statement from time to time:

If we materially change our Privacy Statement, we will take steps to inform you of the change. We may do this through email, SMS, notices on our websites or other means (or a combination of these means) in line with the permission you have given us to contact you.

The “Effective Date” at the top of this Privacy Statement shows when it was last updated.

Privacy Policy for StepCare Clinic, Whitefield, Bengaluru Website

At StepCare Clinic, we are committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. This privacy policy outlines the information we collect from you when you use our website and how we use and protect that information.

Collection of Personal Information

When you use our website, we may collect personal information from you such as your name, email address, phone number, and other identifying information. This information may be collected when you fill out forms on our website, subscribe to our newsletter, or communicate with us through the website.

Use of Personal Information

We may use your personal information to communicate with you about our services, to send you promotional materials, and to improve our website and services. We will not share your personal information with third parties without your consent, except as required by law or as necessary to provide our services.

Protection of Personal Information

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your personal information.

Cookies

We may use cookies on our website to improve your experience and to personalize content and advertisements. Cookies are small files that are placed on your computer when you visit our website. You may choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

Links to Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to third-party websites that are not controlled by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or change this privacy policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website with the updated date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at privacy@stepcare.co.in

3rd version 

Thank you for choosing StepCare Clinic as your healthcare provider. We understand the importance of privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website.

Collection of Personal Information:

We collect personal information such as your name, contact information, medical history, and health insurance information when you make an appointment with us or use our website. We may also collect information about your use of our website through cookies and other tracking technologies.

Use of Personal Information:

We use your personal information to provide healthcare services, to communicate with you about your healthcare, and to process payments. We may also use your personal information to send you newsletters, promotional materials, and other information about our services that we think may be of interest to you.

Disclosure of Personal Information:

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. We may disclose your personal information to healthcare providers and insurance companies as necessary to provide healthcare services and process payments. We may also disclose your personal information to our service providers who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting and data analysis. We require all of our service providers to use your personal information only for the purposes for which it was disclosed.

Protection of Personal Information:

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, and use. We use a combination of physical, technical, and administrative safeguards to protect your personal information.

Changes to Privacy Policy:

We may change this privacy policy from time to time. If we make material changes to this privacy policy, we will notify you by email or by posting a notice on our website.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at [insert contact information].

4th version

Privacy Policy for StepCare Clinic:

At StepCare Clinic, we are committed to protecting the privacy and confidentiality of our patients’ personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.

Collection of Personal Information:

We collect personal information from our patients for the purposes of providing healthcare services. This information may include your name, address, date of birth, health history, and other relevant information. We may also collect information from other sources, such as referring physicians or laboratories.

Use of Personal Information:

We use your personal information to provide healthcare services to you, to communicate with you about your care, and to manage our clinic operations. We may also use your personal information for research and quality improvement purposes, as permitted by law.

Disclosure of Personal Information:

We may disclose your personal information to other healthcare providers involved in your care, as well as to government agencies or regulatory bodies as required by law. We will not disclose your personal information to any other third parties without your consent, unless required by law.

Safeguarding Personal Information:

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. We maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards to ensure the confidentiality and security of your personal information.

Legal Disclaimer:

The information provided on our website or by our healthcare providers is for general informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information on our website or provided by our healthcare providers. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

Trademark:

The StepCare Clinic name and logo are trademarks of StepCare Clinic. Unauthorized use of these trademarks is strictly prohibited.

Governing Law:

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which StepCare Clinic operates. Any disputes arising from or related to this Privacy Policy shall be resolved in accordance with the laws of that jurisdiction.

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