Privacy Policy for Nezhat Endometriosis Advisor (HERA)

Last Updated: 10/3/2025

Introduction

The Nezhat Endometriosis Advisor ("HERA," "we," "our," or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

Information We Collect

Assessment Data

When you complete our endometriosis assessments (pain or infertility), we collect:

Your responses to assessment questions
Assessment results and risk levels
Assessment completion data

Account Information

Anonymous user identifiers (Firebase Authentication)
Assessment history and progress

How We Use Your Information

Academic and Research Purposes

Your assessment responses may be collected and used for academic and research purposes
Important: We do NOT share your personal identifying information
Data is used in aggregate form to improve endometriosis awareness and research

Application Functionality

To provide personalized assessment results
To track your assessment progress
To store your assessment history

Data Storage and Security

All user data is stored securely using Google Cloud Platform
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information
Your data is associated with anonymous user identifiers, not personal identifying information

Medical Disclaimer

HERA is for informational purposes only:

The app is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
Assessment results are based on professional medical experience but should not replace consultation with healthcare providers
Always seek advice from qualified health providers for medical conditions
Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice based on information from this app

Data Sharing

We do NOT:

Sell your personal information to third parties
Share your personal identifying information for commercial purposes
Disclose individual assessment responses with identifiable information

We MAY share:

Anonymized, aggregated data for academic research
De-identified data with research institutions studying endometriosis

User Responsibilities

By using HERA, you:

Accept all responsibilities related to using the application
Acknowledge that the app is for informational purposes only
Understand the limitations and medical disclaimers stated above

Limitation of Liability

The developers and contributors of HERA:

Are not responsible for any material damage or moral injury resulting from app use
Are not liable for software failures, lack of performance, or virus interactions
Are not responsible for data loss due to theft or unauthorized use
Provide the app "as is" without warranties of any kind

Children's Privacy

HERA is intended for use by adults. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 years of age.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes through the app or via email (if provided).

Data Retention

Assessment data is retained while you maintain an active account
You may request deletion of your data by contacting us

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your stored assessment data
Request deletion of your account and associated data
Opt out of data collection for research purposes

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Worldwide EndoMarch
1775 Woodside Road, Suite 202
Woodside, CA 94061

+1 (650) 285-1149
info@endomarch.org

Consent

By using the Nezhat Endometriosis Advisor app, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.