Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 27, 2025

NursingHomeNews.org respects your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our nursing home safety information platform.

Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Automatically Collected: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time spent on pages, referring website
• Cookies: Small files stored on your device to improve user experience and remember preferences
• Analytics Data: Aggregated usage patterns to improve our service
• Voluntarily Provided: Email address if you subscribe to updates or contact us

How We Use Your Information

• To provide and improve our nursing home information services
• To analyze website usage and optimize performance
• To send important updates about nursing home safety (only if you opt-in)
• To respond to your inquiries about facilities or data
• To detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• To comply with legal requirements

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share data with:

• Service providers who help operate our website (hosting, analytics)
• Law enforcement when required by law or subpoena
• Third parties with your explicit consent

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes SSL encryption, secure servers, and regular security audits.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Disable cookies through your browser settings
• Request a copy of your data in a portable format

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Services

We use Google Analytics to understand website usage patterns. Google may use this data according to their privacy policy. We also display Google AdSense advertisements which may use cookies to show relevant ads.

Children's Privacy

NursingHomeNews.org is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Analytics data is typically retained for 26 months. You may request deletion of your data at any time.

International Users

Our servers are located in the United States. If you access our site from outside the U.S., your information will be transferred to and processed in the United States.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at: