Privacy Policy
We protect your privacy and never sell your personal information to third parties.
Information We Collect
Account Information
Email address, display name, and optional profile details for account creation and communication.
Shared Content
Google Drive links, file descriptions, and metadata for study materials you choose to share.
Usage Analytics
Pages visited, features used, and interaction patterns to improve our platform experience.
AI Interactions
Chat messages with our AI assistant to provide better educational support and responses.
Cookies & Tracking
Browser cookies for authentication, preferences, and analytics. Third-party cookies may be placed by advertising partners.
How We Use Your Data
- Provide access to educational resources and AI assistance
- Enable community sharing of study materials
- Improve platform features and user experience
- Send important updates and notifications
- Ensure platform security and prevent abuse
Your Privacy Rights
Access & Export
Request a copy of all personal data we hold about you in a machine-readable format.
Correction & Updates
Update your profile information and correct any inaccurate personal data at any time.
Deletion & Control
Delete your account and associated data, or restrict processing of your information.
Communication Preferences
Opt-out of non-essential communications while keeping important security updates.
Data Protection
- End-to-end encryption for data transmission
- Secure cloud storage with regular backups
- Limited employee access on need-to-know basis
- GDPR and FERPA compliance standards
Data Retention
- Account data: Active period + 2 years after deletion
- Shared content: Available until manually removed
- Usage analytics: Aggregated data for 5 years
- Inactive accounts: Auto-deletion after 3 years
Cookie Policy & Advertising
What are cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our services.
Types of Cookies We Use:
- Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and core functionality
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how you use our platform
- Advertising Cookies: Used by Google AdSense and partners
Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising
Google and our advertising partners may place cookies on your browser to serve personalized ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. Learn more: Google's Privacy & Terms
Your Options & Opt-Outs:
- Opt out of personalized ads: Google Ads Settings
- Opt out of third-party cookies: NAI Opt-Out or Your Online Choices (EU)
Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)
MediNotes is intended exclusively for university students aged 18 and above. Our service is not directed to children under 13 years of age, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@medinotes.in. We will take steps to delete such information from our systems within 48 hours.
Last updated: 7/9/2026