1. Introduction
Orthopedics This Week (“OTW,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website ryortho.com, use our mobile applications, or engage with our services.
OTW serves as the premier source of news, education, and information for the orthopedic and spine medical device community.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including:
- Name, email address, and contact information
- Professional information (title, company, specialty)
- Account registration details
- Payment information for subscriptions and services
- Communication preferences
- Survey responses and feedback
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We automatically collect certain information when you access our services:
- Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
- Usage data (pages visited, time spent, click patterns)
- Location data (general geographic location)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- API usage and performance data
2.3 Third-Party Information
We may receive information about you from:
- Social media platforms when you interact with our content
- Business partners and event organizers
- Public professional databases
- Marketing and analytics providers
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information for the following purposes:
- Service Delivery:Â Provide newsletters, masterclasses, and educational content
- Account Management:Â Create and manage user accounts
- Communication:Â Send updates, newsletters, and promotional materials
- Personalization:Â Customize content based on your interests and behavior
- Analytics:Â Analyze usage patterns and improve our services
- Marketing:Â Promote relevant products and services
- Legal Compliance:Â Comply with applicable laws and regulations
- Security:Â Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
4.1 We May Share Information With:
- Service Providers:Â Third-party vendors who assist in our operations
- Business Partners:Â For joint marketing initiatives and events
- Advertisers:Â Aggregated, non-personal data for advertising purposes
- Legal Authorities:Â When required by law or to protect our rights
4.2 We Do Not:
- Sell personal information to third parties
- Share sensitive medical information
- Provide access to your account without authorization
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website performance and user behavior
- Provide targeted advertising
- Enable social media features
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
6. Third-Party Services
Our services may integrate with third-party platforms including:
- Social media platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram)
- Analytics services (Google Analytics)
- Email marketing platforms
- Payment processors
- Video hosting services (YouTube)
These services have their own privacy policies that govern their use of your information.
7. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication
8. Data Retention
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Enforce our agreements
You may request deletion of your personal information subject to certain legal exceptions.
9. Your Rights and Choices
9.1 Access and Control
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete your personal information
- Export your data
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Restrict processing of your information
9.2 Communication Preferences
You can unsubscribe from our newsletters and marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link or by contacting us directly.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware of such collection, we will take steps to delete the information.
12. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
13. European Privacy Rights
If you are located in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the rights listed in Section 9 above.
14. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website
- Sending email notifications to registered users
- Providing notice through our applications
15. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us:
Email:Â hello@ryortho.com
Note: This Privacy Policy applies to all OTW services, including our website, mobile applications, newsletters, masterclasses, and API integrations with social media platforms.
