This privacy notice for Maternal and Child Health Division, icddr,b, explains how and why we collect, store, use, and/or share ("process") your information when you use our services ("Services"). We are committed to ensuring transparency and user trust by providing clear details about our data practices.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact us at mchdapp2023@gmail.com.
How We Access, Collect, Use, and Share Data
Our app collects personal information that users voluntarily provide during account registration, when participating in activities, or when requesting information about our services. This information may include your name, email address, phone number, demographic details (such as age group and sex), job title, and institution. All data provided must be accurate and up to date. In addition to the data you provide, we automatically collect non-identifiable information such as log and usage data, device event information, and other technical details required to maintain the app’s functionality and security.
The collected data is used to provide, improve, and secure the app’s services. Specifically, we use your information to deliver requested features, analyze usage trends for app enhancements, and prevent fraudulent activities. Additionally, data is used to ensure compliance with legal obligations where required. We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties for commercial purposes.
We limit the use of your data strictly to the purposes disclosed in this policy. Any data collected is handled with the utmost care and confidentiality. Sharing or processing your data occurs only when it is necessary to fulfill the app’s operational requirements or to meet legal obligations. By adhering to these principles, we ensure your data is managed transparently and responsibly.
Government Disclaimer
The app, "BD health," is independently developed by the Maternal and Child Health Division of icddr,b. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or authorized by any government entity, including the Government of Bangladesh.
The data provided in this app is publicly available and sourced from credible platforms for research purposes.
Sources of survey data include:
- Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS 2022)
- Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS 2017-18)
- Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS 2014)
- Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS 2011)
- Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS 2007)
- Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS 2004)
- Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS 1999-2000)
- Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS 1996-97)
- Bangladesh Demographic and Health Survey (BDHS 1993-94)
- Bangladesh Health Facility Survey (BHFS 2022)
- Bangladesh Health Facility Survey (BHFS 2017)
- Bangladesh Health Facility Survey (BHFS 2014)
- Bangladesh Maternal Mortality and Health Care Survey (BMMS 2016)
- Bangladesh Maternal Mortality and Health Care Survey (BMMS 2010)
- Bangladesh Maternal Mortality and Health Care Survey (BMMS 2001)
- Utilization of Essential Service Delivery Survey (UESDS 2016)
How Long Do We Keep Your Information?
We retain user information only as long as necessary to prevent fraud, assist investigations, and comply with legal requirements. User can delete their personal and user related data from app if they want. If user send delete request from app, their account will be closed and all user related data will be deleted permanently.
How Can You Contact Us About This Notice?
For inquiries, contact us via:
- Email: mchdapp2023@gmail.com
- Address:
Maternal and Child Health Division, icddr,b
68, Shaheed Tajuddin Ahmed Sarani,
Mohakhali, Dhaka 1212, Bangladesh
Updates to This Notice
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in legal or operational practices. Notifications will be provided in the app or on our website whenever substantial updates are made.