Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 2, 2025

Thank you for using NIHSS Records! We are committed to protecting your privacy and maintaining the confidentiality of medical information. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your data in connection with the NIHSS Records app.

Data We Collect

NIHSS Records is designed with privacy-first principles for medical professionals:

  • Local Data Storage: All patient information, assessment records, and clinical data are stored exclusively on your device using encrypted SwiftData technology. We have no access to, and do not collect, store, or transmit any of your medical or patient information.
  • iCloud Sync (Coming Soon): We are developing iCloud synchronization functionality that will allow you to sync your data across devices. When available, your data will be stored in your personal iCloud account and remain under your control. We will not have access to your iCloud data.
  • Usage Analytics: We may collect minimal, non-identifiable usage statistics (such as which assessment scales are most frequently used) to improve app functionality. This data cannot be linked to you or your patients and contains no medical information.
  • Feedback Data: When you voluntarily submit feedback through our in-app feedback system, we collect only the information you choose to provide, along with basic technical information (app version, device model, system version) to help us provide support.

How We Use Your Data

  • Clinical Data: Since all clinical and patient data remains on your device, we do not use this data for any purpose.
  • Feedback Data: Feedback submissions are used solely to respond to your inquiries and improve the app experience.

Data Sharing

  • Clinical Data: We do not and cannot access your clinical data, therefore we do not share any patient or medical information with third parties.

Data Security

  • Local Storage: Your clinical data is protected by iOS encryption and your device's security features (Face ID, Touch ID, or passcode).
  • Future iCloud Security: When iCloud sync becomes available, your data security will be governed by Apple's iCloud security protocols, including end-to-end encryption for health data.
  • Our Infrastructure: Since we do not store your clinical data on our servers, there is no risk of data breaches from our systems.

Medical Data Compliance

  • HIPAA Considerations: While NIHSS Records can be used as part of a HIPAA-compliant workflow, users are responsible for ensuring their use of the app complies with applicable healthcare privacy regulations.
  • Professional Responsibility: Healthcare professionals using NIHSS Records are responsible for following their institution's policies regarding electronic health records and patient data management.

Data Retention

  • Local Data: You control how long data is retained on your device. You can delete patient records, assessments, and app data at any time.
  • Feedback Data: Feedback emails are retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry and improve our services.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access all data stored by the app (via the app's interface)
  • Delete any or all data (through the app or device settings)
  • Control future iCloud synchronization when available (through iOS settings)
  • Contact us regarding any privacy concerns

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy. For significant changes, we may provide additional notice through the app. Your continued use of NIHSS Records after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Privacy Policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: support@medatlas.cc

For urgent privacy concerns, please include "Privacy Policy" in your email subject line.