Privacy Policy

ChronCare (chroncare.co.za & my.chroncare.co.za)
Effective Date: 01 April 2026


1. Introduction

ChronCare (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our website chroncare.co.za and our patient dashboard my.chroncare.co.za.

By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.


2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

2.1 Personal Information

  • Full name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Date of birth

  • Identification details (if required for medical verification)

2.2 Health & Medical Information

  • Medical history

  • Chronic condition data

  • Lab results and uploaded documents

  • Appointment and consultation records

2.3 Account Information

  • Username and password

  • Profile details

  • Preferences and settings

2.4 Technical Information

  • IP address

  • Browser type and device information

  • Cookies and usage data


3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Provide and manage your account

  • Enable communication between patients and healthcare practitioners

  • Facilitate appointment bookings and telemedicine services

  • Store and manage medical records securely

  • Improve our platform and user experience

  • Send important notifications and updates

  • Provide support services


4. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share your information with:

4.1 Healthcare Providers

  • Doctors, nurses, and practitioners you connect with on ChronCare

  • Only information necessary for your care is shared

4.2 Service Providers

  • Hosting providers

  • Email and communication services

  • Technical support providers

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Protect our rights or users

  • Prevent fraud or misuse


5. Data Storage & Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your data, including:

  • Secure servers and encrypted connections (SSL)

  • Restricted access to sensitive data

  • Regular system monitoring

However, no system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.


6. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies to:

  • Improve website functionality

  • Remember user preferences

  • Analyze site traffic

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.


7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information

  • Request correction of inaccurate data

  • Request deletion of your account (subject to legal requirements)

  • Withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise these rights, contact us at:
support@chroncare.co.za


8. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services

  • Comply with legal and medical record-keeping obligations


9. Third-Party Services

Our platform may integrate with third-party services (e.g., labs, payment gateways, tele-medicine tools). These services have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.


10. Children’s Privacy

ChronCare is intended for users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect information from minors without appropriate consent.


11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.


12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

Email: info@chroncare.co.za
Support: support@chroncare.co.za


13. POPIA Compliance (South Africa)

ChronCare complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). We are committed to processing personal information lawfully and transparently, ensuring that your data is:

  • Collected for a specific purpose

  • Processed securely

  • Not retained longer than necessary

  • Accessible to you upon request


14. Consent

By using ChronCare, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.