Privacy Policy

Effective Date: September 1, 2025

United Woundcare Institute ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website at https://unitedwounds.org.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you visit or interact with our site:

Personal Information: such as your name, email address, phone number, or other information you voluntarily provide (e.g., through contact forms or referral submissions).

Non-Personal Information: such as browser type, IP address, device information, and usage data collected through cookies or analytics tools.

If you submit health-related or sensitive information (for example, through referral or contact forms), that information may be considered Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA, and we will protect it in accordance with federal and state law.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the information collected to:

• Respond to inquiries or requests.
• Process referrals or service requests.
• Improve our website and services.
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

3. Sharing of Information

We may share your information only as permitted or required by law, including:

• With service providers who help us operate our website or deliver services.
• As required for legal, regulatory, or safety purposes.
• With your authorization, when applicable (for example, in connection with your healthcare services).

4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to block cookies, but this may affect certain website features.

5. Data Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. For healthcare-related data, we comply with applicable HIPAA privacy and security requirements.

6. Your Rights

Depending on where you live, you may have rights to:

• Access, correct, or delete personal information we maintain about you.
• Request restrictions on how we use or share your information.
• Opt out of certain communications.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the information below.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites and encourage you to review their policies.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.