Privacy Policy

Introduction

At GeoBlood, we understand that your personal and medical information is sensitive and private. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, protect, and share your information when you use our blood donation coordination platform and mobile application.

By using GeoBlood, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy and security, especially given the sensitive nature of medical information.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

Name, email address, and phone number
Profile photos (optional)
Contact information

Medical Information

Blood type and Rh factor
Donation eligibility status
Recent donation history
Basic health screening responses
Medical verification documents

Location Data

Current location (when using the app)
Preferred donation locations
Location history for matching purposes

Usage Information

App usage patterns and preferences
Communication logs and message metadata
Device information and technical data
Error reports and performance analytics

How We Use Your Information

Matching Services: Connect compatible donors and recipients based on blood type and location
Communication: Enable secure messaging between users for coordination
Safety & Verification: Verify user eligibility and maintain platform safety
Emergency Services: Facilitate urgent blood donation requests
Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our services
Legal Compliance: Meet regulatory requirements for medical platforms
Support: Provide customer service and technical support

Information Sharing

We only share your information in the following circumstances:

With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share specific information
For Matching: Limited profile information shared with potential matches (blood type, general location, availability)
Medical Professionals: With healthcare providers involved in your donation process
Emergency Situations: In life-threatening emergencies, we may share necessary information with medical services
Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or regulatory authority
Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate the platform (under strict confidentiality agreements)

We never sell your personal or medical information to third parties.

Data Security

We implement industry-leading security measures to protect your information:

Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit and at rest using AES-256 encryption
HIPAA Compliance: Our platform meets HIPAA requirements for medical data protection
Access Controls: Strict access controls limit who can view your information
Regular Audits: Security audits and penetration testing performed regularly
Secure Infrastructure: Data hosted in secure, compliant cloud environments
Data Minimization: We only collect and retain necessary information

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request a copy of your personal information
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
Portability: Export your data in a readable format
Opt-out: Unsubscribe from non-essential communications
Location Control: Turn off location services at any time
Visibility Control: Control what information is visible to other users

How to Exercise Your Rights

For account deletion: Use our account deletion request form for a streamlined process.

For other requests: Contact us at support@geoblood.com with your specific request.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

Active accounts: Retained while your account is active
Inactive accounts: Automatically deleted after 2 years of inactivity
Medical records: Retained according to healthcare regulations (typically 7 years)
Communication logs: Deleted after 1 year unless needed for safety investigations

Children's Privacy

GeoBlood is not intended for use by individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

International Users

If you are accessing GeoBlood from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.