Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

StopAbusingDrugs ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates the StopAbusingDrugs website and directory service. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and otherwise handle your information when you visit our website and use our services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following ways:

• Information you provide directly: When you submit a contact form, create an account, leave a review, or contact a facility through our site, we collect your name, email, phone number, and any other information you voluntarily provide.
• Automatic information: We use cookies, pixels, and similar technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior, device type, IP address, and pages visited. This helps us understand how users interact with our site.
• Third-party analytics: We use privacy-focused analytics tools to measure site performance and user engagement. These tools do not store personally identifiable information without your consent.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and improve our directory and search functionality
• Respond to your inquiries and facilitate contact with treatment facilities
• Send you notifications about your account or submissions (if you opt in)
• Analyze site usage and optimize user experience
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
• Prevent fraud and enhance site security

Important: We do NOT use your information to sell leads to treatment facilities on a per-patient basis. We do not share your personal health information or contact details with facilities unless you explicitly request contact or submit a lead form.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:

• With your consent: If you submit a contact form requesting information from a specific facility, we share your name, email, and message with that facility only.
• With service providers: We may share information with third-party service providers (hosting, analytics, email) who are bound by confidentiality agreements.
• For legal compliance: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request.
• Business transfers: If StopAbusingDrugs is sold or merged, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser. However, disabling cookies may limit site functionality.

Important for health privacy: We do not use cookies to track or collect sensitive health information. Our analytics tools are configured to avoid capturing protected health information (PHI) as defined by HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL encryption, secure servers, and access controls to protect your information. However, no online service is 100% secure. We are not responsible for unauthorized access due to factors beyond our reasonable control.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access your information: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
• Correct inaccuracies: Request that we update or correct any information.
• Delete your information: Request deletion of your account and associated data (subject to legal retention requirements).
• Opt out of communications: Unsubscribe from email or SMS communications at any time.
• Disable cookies: Manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@recoveryroute.com

8. Children's Privacy

StopAbusingDrugs is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, we will delete such information and terminate the child's account.

9. Third-Party Links

Our site may contain links to third-party websites, including treatment facility websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing information.

10. Legal Compliance

StopAbusingDrugs operates in compliance with:

• EKRA (Eliminating Kickbacks in Recovery Act)
• FTC Endorsement Guides and regulations
• HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 (where applicable)
• State privacy laws and patient-brokering statutes

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our site and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of StopAbusingDrugs constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: