Privacy Policy

Overview

This website is a personal platform created and maintained by Drs. Vineeth and Tashi Lekkala. We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use information from visitors to our site.

Information We Collect

Analytics Data

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects information such as:

• Pages you visit and time spent on each page
• How you arrived at our site (search engine, direct link, etc.)
• General geographic location (city/country level)
• Device type and browser information

This data is aggregated and anonymized. We do not collect personally identifiable information such as names, email addresses, or IP addresses through our website.

Cookies

Google Analytics uses cookies to track visitor behavior. These are small text files stored on your device. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

How We Use This Information

We use analytics data to:

• Understand which content is most valuable to our readers
• Improve site navigation and user experience
• Identify technical issues or broken links

Affiliate Links

Some posts on this website contain affiliate links (such as Amazon Associate links). If you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. These links are clearly disclosed within the relevant posts.

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics. Google Privacy Policy

Your Rights and Choices

Opt Out of Analytics

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by:

• Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Blocking cookies in your browser settings
• Using privacy-focused browsers or extensions

Do Not Track

We respect Do Not Track (DNT) signals. However, Google Analytics may not honor DNT signals by default.

Data Security

This is a static website hosted on GitHub Pages. We do not collect, store, or process any personal data directly. All analytics data is handled by Google Analytics in accordance with their privacy policies.

Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

Medical Disclaimer

This website is for informational and educational purposes only. Nothing on this site constitutes medical advice, second opinions, or patient consultations. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for medical questions.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes.

Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please email us at hello@drslekkala.com.