Last Updated: February 6, 2026

Rounds ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application, Rounds: The Professional Network for Doctors (the "App").

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect only the information necessary to provide a secure, professional networking environment.

A. Personal Information

• Account Information: Name, email address, and phone number.
• Professional Interests: You may select up to three medical interests (e.g., "Cardiology," "General Medicine"). We use this data to curate your Home Feed and show you content relevant to your specific fields of interest.
• Profile Data: Work history, education, and profile pictures you choose to upload.

B. Sensitive Verification Data (Crucial)

To ensure Rounds remains a trusted community for verified medical professionals, we collect:

• Verification Documents: Images of your medical degree, medical council registration, or hospital ID.
• Purpose: This data is collected solely to verify your status as a medical practitioner.
• Handling: Once your verification is processed, this data is Stored securely and encrypted for audit purposes. It is never shared with third parties or used for marketing.

C. Communications and User Content

• Private Messages: We collect and store the content of messages and attachments you send to other users to facilitate the messaging service.
• User-Generated Content (UGC): Content you create, including posts, comments, and images uploaded to the Home Feed. Please be aware that content you post on the Home Feed is visible to other verified users on the platform.
• Usage Metadata: We log when you send messages or interact with posts to prevent abuse and improve service stability.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your data for the following purposes: