Privacy Policy
Last updated: June 30, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how ScribMD ("ScribMD," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information when you visit scribmd.com (the "Site") or use our services. It also describes the privacy rights available to residents of U.S. states with applicable privacy laws, including California.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal information:
| Category | Examples | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Identifiers | Name, email address, account ID | Provided by you |
| Commercial information | Subscription plan, billing records | You and our payment processor |
| Internet/network activity | Pages viewed, clicks, referring URLs, device and browser type | Automatically via cookies and analytics |
| Geolocation (approximate) | City/region inferred from IP address | Automatically |
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16, and we do not collect sensitive personal information for the purpose of inferring characteristics.
2. How We Use Information
- To provide, operate, and maintain our services;
- To process subscriptions, payments, and account management;
- To measure and improve Site performance and content (analytics);
- To deliver and measure advertising, including remarketing;
- To communicate with you about your account and support requests;
- To comply with legal obligations and protect against fraud or misuse.
3. Cookies, Analytics & Advertising
We use cookies and similar technologies, including Google Analytics and Google advertising services, to understand how visitors use the Site and to deliver relevant advertising. These partners may set cookies and process data such as your device identifiers and online activity.
We use Google Consent Mode to respect your choices. When you opt out, signals used for advertising and personalization are disabled and ad data is redacted.
4. How We Share Information
We may disclose personal information to:
- Service providers — hosting, analytics, payment processing, and email delivery, acting on our behalf under contract;
- Advertising partners — for analytics and advertising as described above;
- Legal and safety — when required by law or to protect our rights.
We do not sell personal information for money. However, the use of advertising cookies may be considered a "sale" or "sharing" of personal information under certain U.S. state laws. You can opt out at any time using the controls described below.
Your Privacy Choices (U.S. State Privacy Rights)
Depending on your state of residence (for example, California under the CCPA/CPRA), you have the right to:
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information and of targeted advertising;
- Know what personal information we collect and how it is used;
- Access and request a copy of your personal information;
- Delete your personal information, subject to legal exceptions;
- Correct inaccurate personal information;
- Non-discrimination for exercising any of these rights.
To opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for advertising, use the button below or the "Your Privacy Choices" link shown on our Site. We also honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) browser signals where applicable.
5. How to Exercise Your Rights
You may submit a rights request, or authorize an agent to do so on your behalf, by emailing privacy@scribmd.com. We will verify your request using the information associated with your account and respond within the timeframe required by applicable law. We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal information for as long as needed to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When no longer needed, information is deleted or de-identified.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Material changes will be posted on this page.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, contact us at privacy@scribmd.com.