Last Updated: March 2026

DermExplained.com respects your privacy and is committed to protecting any information you may share while using this website. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected, how it is used, and how it is protected. By using DermExplained.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

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1. Information We Collect

DermExplained.com is primarily an educational website, and most visitors can browse the site without providing personal information. However, limited information may be collected automatically to help improve the website.

Information collected automatically may include:

• Browser type
• Device type
• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• General geographic region (country or city level)
• Referral sources (how you arrived at the website)

This information does not personally identify individual visitors.

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2. Cookies

DermExplained.com may use cookies to improve website performance and understand how visitors use the site. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help websites remember information about your visit. Cookies may be used for:

• Website analytics
• Performance monitoring
• Security purposes

You can disable cookies through your browser settings if you prefer.

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3. Analytics

DermExplained.com may use trusted analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors use the website. Analytics tools may collect information such as:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Device type
• Approximate geographic location

This information helps improve educational content and website usability. Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized where possible.

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4. Contact Forms

If you contact DermExplained through a form or email, the information you provide may include:

• Your name
• Email address
• Message content

This information is used only to respond to your inquiry. DermExplained does not sell or share your personal information with third parties.

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5. Medical Information Disclaimer

DermExplained.com provides educational information about skin and nail conditions. The website does not collect or store personal medical records. Any health information voluntarily shared through contact forms should not include sensitive personal medical data. For medical concerns, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.

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6. Third-Party Links

DermExplained.com may link to trusted external resources such as medical organizations or educational websites. Examples may include:

• Public health agencies
• Medical reference sites
• Educational institutions

DermExplained is not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party sites they visit.

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7. Data Security

Reasonable technical measures are used to help protect the website and any information transmitted through it. However, no internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Visitors should avoid submitting sensitive personal or medical information through website forms.

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8. Children’s Privacy

DermExplained.com is designed as a general educational resource and is not directed specifically at children under 13. The site does not knowingly collect personal information from children. If such information is identified, it will be removed where reasonably possible.

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9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or website operations. Updates will be posted on this page with the revised date.

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10. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact the website through the Contact Page.