Skincredible Dermatology (“Skincredible Dermatology,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) recognizes that users may have concerns about privacy issues as they navigate the Internet. Skincredible Dermatology is committed to providing users with a safe, secure environment in which to secure information. Skincredible Dermatology will use reasonable efforts to ensure that the information you provide remains private, and is used only for the purposes stated below.
This privacy policy describes how we and some of the companies we work with collect, use, share, and protect information in connection with our websites, portals, and other online applications (collectively, the “Website”), and your choices and rights regarding the collection and use of your information.
This privacy notice applies to any Skincredible Dermatology website that displays or links to this privacy notice and to all visitors, users, and others who access the Website from the United States (“Users”). This privacy notice does not apply to websites, portals, mobile apps, or other online applications that have their own privacy notice or otherwise do not display or link to this policy.
When you access this website your data will be processed and stored, AS APPLICABLE, in the United States. If you do not agree with this transfer, please stop all use of this Website.
We collect information about the users of our site. This information helps us determine which parts of the site visitors find most valuable as well as how we can continually improve the services we provide.
Please note that our website does allow you to request an appointment via form or chat with a representative in order to schedule an appointment. Skincredible Dermatology will take reasonable measures regarding the confidentiality of such request, however, due to the nature of electronic communications, we cannot and do not provide any assurances that the contents of your email will not become known or accessible to third parties. We urge you not to provide any confidential health information about yourself or your health to us via electronic communication, unless we have explicitly requested said information and it is within a secure section of our website. If you do so, it is at your own risk.
User identities remain anonymous unless the User provides this information as a part of requesting an appointment or using the contact form. Our site’s appointment request and contact form requires specific contact information: name, e-mail address, phone number, etc. This information is used to complete the request and contact the User.
We also actively collect information if you use the chat feature on our website. This feature is hosted by a third party, but the information collected is directly sent to Skincredible Dermatology so that we may assist you with any requests.
We also passively collect information such as your IP address. We may use your IP address to help diagnose problems with our servers and to administer our Website.
At Skincredible Dermatology & Surgery, we may communicate with you via text messages for appointment reminders, updates, and other services related to your care. By providing us with your phone number, you consent to receive such communications, which may include marketing and service-related messages. Below are the key terms and conditions regarding text message communications:
By providing your mobile phone number and opting into text messages from Skincredible Dermatology & Surgery, you give us express written consent to send you text messages. These messages may include appointment reminders, health updates, and promotional offers related to our services.
You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. If you no longer wish to receive text messages, you may opt out by replying "STOP" to any message, or by contacting us directly at admin@skincredibledermatology.com.
Standard message and data rates from your mobile carrier may apply to all text messages sent to or received from Skincredible Dermatology & Surgery. By consenting to receive text messages, you acknowledge and agree that you are responsible for any charges incurred from your mobile carrier.
The frequency of text messages may vary depending on the nature of your relationship with us. You will typically receive reminders or updates related to appointments or services. If we send marketing texts, you will have the option to opt-out.
Your mobile number and any information collected through text messaging will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We will not share your phone number with third parties for marketing purposes, except as described in our Privacy Policy or as required by law.
In accordance with the California Consumer Privacy Act, California residents have the right to request information regarding the collection, use, and sharing of personal information. If you would like to exercise your rights under the CCPA or have questions regarding how we handle your personal data, please refer to our full Privacy Policy or contact us directly.
While we take steps to protect your personal data, text messages are not always secure. Please do not share sensitive personal health information via text messaging. If you have concerns about the privacy of your messages, please contact us to explore alternative methods of communication.
We may use the information described above as necessary or useful to provide, support, personalize, and develop our Website, products, and services, including as follows:
We use the personal information you provide through the Website for the purposes for which such information was provided.
To process your requests.
To provide you with support and to respond to your inquiries, including to investigate and address your concerns and monitor and improve our responses.
To help maintain the safety, security, and integrity of our Website.
To respond to law enforcement requests and as required by applicable law, court order, or governmental regulations.
As described to you when collecting your personal information or as otherwise set forth in this privacy policy.
We may also use cookie data (alone or in combination with other information, including personal information) to maintain and improve our Website, verify and authenticate Website users, prevent fraud and secure our Website and databases, process payments, facilitate product and service delivery, remember and analyze user preferences and interests, track and measure Website performance and effectiveness, develop and improve our products and services, deliver ads relevant to user interests or based on user location, demographics or device characteristics, and for any other purpose described under Use of Information or Use of Cookies and Similar Technologies.
Consumer information is not shared with third-parties for marketing purposes.
Affiliates. We may share information with a parent, subsidiary or affiliate entity within Skincredible Dermatology family. Any organization to which we provide such information is required to keep it confidential and to only use such information in accordance with this privacy policy.
Service Providers. In the course of doing business, we employ other companies and individuals to perform a variety of functions on our behalf. For example, we may provide information as necessary to companies that host our online services or send communications on our behalf such as the online chat tool. These service providers may have access to information about you if it is needed to perform their functions for us, but they are not authorized by us to use or disclose such information except as necessary to perform services on our behalf or to comply with legal requirements, and they are required to maintain the information in confidence.
Legally Required. We reserve the right to disclose information if required to do so by law or by a regulatory authority. We may also disclose information as part of an investigation or enforcement action relating to improper or illegal conduct in connection with our online services or other products, including, without limitation, any situations that may potentially involve threats to the safety or privacy of any person or misuse of our online services.
Sale or Bankruptcy. During the normal course of our business, Skincredible Dermatology may sell or purchase assets. If another entity acquires us or any of our assets, the information described in this privacy statement may be transferred to such entity. In addition, if any bankruptcy or reorganization proceeding is brought by or against us, such information may be considered an asset of ours and may be sold or transferred to third parties. Should such a sale or transfer occur, we will use reasonable efforts to try to require that the transferee use such information in a manner that is consistent with this privacy statement.
Aggregated and Non-Identified Data. Skincredible Dermatology may maintain aggregate data or other non-identified information (e., data that does not identify a specific individual), such as usage statistics, device data, online traffic patterns and user feedback. In addition to using this information for the purposes discussed in this privacy statement, we may disclose such aggregated or non-identified data to third parties without restriction.
Skincredible Dermatology.com may contain links to third-party Websites. These links are provided solely as a convenience to users and not as an endorsement by Skincredible Dermatology of the contents on such third-party Websites. Skincredible Dermatology is not responsible for the content of linked third-party sites and does not make any representations regarding the content or accuracy of materials on such third-party Websites. Links to third-party Websites are performed at your own risk.
On all of our website URLs, we use a feature on your Internet browser called a “cookie”. A cookie is a small file that your Web browser places on your computer’s hard drive to identify you as a user. Our website does not use cookies to collect any personal information about users, nor do we sell or make them available to other organizations.
Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. However you can typically choose to set your browser to remove or reject browser cookies. To do so, please follow the instructions provided by your browser which are usually located within the “Help” or “Preferences” menu. Removing or rejecting browser cookies does not necessarily affect third-party Flash cookies (see “local storage” above) which may be used by us or our partners in connection with our online services. To delete or disable Flash cookies, please visit (https://helpx.adobe.com/flash-player/kb/disable-local-shared-objects-flash.html?_ga=1.180001447.265154327.1459868723) for more information.
However, please bear in mind if you do not accept cookies, this prevents the Website from recognizing you as a previous user of the Website.
We may also partner with selected third-party vendors, such as Google Analytics, and others, to allow tracking technologies and remarketing services on the Website through the use of first party cookies and third-party cookies, to, among other things, analyze and track users’ use of the Website, determine the popularity of certain content, and better understand online activity. By accessing the Website, you consent to the collection and use of your information by these third-party vendors. You are encouraged to review their privacy policy and contact them directly for responses to your questions. We do not transfer personal information to these third-party vendors. However, if you do not want any information to be collected and used by tracking technologies, you can install and/or update your settings for one of the following:
Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out Tool
Google Analytics Opt-Out Plugin
Google Ads Settings Page
Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out Tool
By continuing to visit or interact with our Website, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies as described in this privacy policy.
Skincredible Dermatology.com encourages visitors to submit feedback. Any feedback that is submitted becomes the property of Skincredible Dermatology.com and we may use this feedback for marketing purposes, or to contact visitors for more information.
Our Website is not intended for children. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from children under 13-years old. However, if the parent or the guardian of a child under 13 years old believes that the child has provided us with personal information, the parent or guardian of that child should contact us at the information provided below to request the information’s deletion. Anyone under 13 years old should seek their parent’s or guardian’s permission prior to using the Website or disclosing any personal information to Skincredible Dermatology.
For California Residents Only. California Civil Code Section 1798.83 permits California residents to request certain information regarding our disclosure of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes (if applicable), such as types of personal information we share and who we share it with. To make such a request, please write to us at the postal address below. Please be sure to include your name and address.
Any changes to our privacy policy will be posted here so that visitors will always know what information we gather, how we might use that information, and whether we will disclose it to anyone. If, at any time, you have questions or concerns about Skincredible Dermatology.com’s privacy statement, the practices of this site, or your dealings with this Website, contact us at: admin@skincredibledermatology.com.
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