Privacy & Data Protection
Understanding how HealthyKidsAI is designed for privacy and keeps your family's information secure
What is HIPAA?
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a federal law enacted in 1996 that establishes national standards for protecting sensitive patient health information. HIPAA applies to "covered entities" which include:
- Healthcare providers (doctors, hospitals, clinics)
- Health insurance companies
- Healthcare clearinghouses
- Business associates of these entities who handle protected health information (PHI)
HealthyKidsAI's Status Under HIPAA
HealthyKidsAI is NOT a covered entity under HIPAA. Here's why:
- We do not provide medical diagnoses, treatment, or healthcare services
- We do not bill insurance companies or process healthcare claims
- We are an educational tool that helps parents understand symptoms and decide when to seek care
- We do not have relationships with healthcare providers that would make us a business associate
Important Disclaimer
HealthyKidsAI is an educational tool only. We:
- • Do NOT diagnose medical conditions
- • Do NOT prescribe medications or treatments
- • Do NOT replace professional medical advice
- • Do NOT create a doctor-patient relationship
Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider for medical concerns. In case of emergency, call 911 immediately.
How We Protect Your Information
We take your privacy seriously and implement strong security measures. Information is shared only at the parent's discretion:
🔒 Encryption
All data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard protocols
🔐 Secure Authentication
Your account is protected with secure login and session management
🗑️ Data Control
You can delete your data at any time through your account settings
🚫 No Selling
We never sell your personal information to third parties
Information We Collect
To provide our educational services, we collect:
- Account information: Email, name for personalization
- Child profiles: Names, ages, and health notes you choose to enter
- Symptom entries: Information you provide when using the symptom checker
- Uploaded images: Photos you optionally share for symptom documentation
This information is stored securely and used only to provide you with our educational services.
Questions About Privacy?
If you have any questions about how we handle your information, please contact us.
Email: privacy@healthykidsai.com
Last updated: December 2025