The text below applies equally to all sexes and genders and is written in the masculine form for convenience only.
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A. General
- Ben Amit Medical Consulting Ltd., operated by Dr. Ben Amit, a specialist in psychiatry (hereinafter: the “Clinic”), respects the privacy of its patients and users of its website at: https://www.drbenamit.com/he/home, as well as users of services offered through it and other digital platforms operated by the Clinic or on its behalf (collectively: the “Website”, the “Patients” and/or the “Users”).
- The purpose of this Privacy Policy is, among other things, to describe how the Clinic uses information provided by Patients and/or Users and/or collected during browsing and use of the Website.
- Protecting user privacy is a core value of the Clinic. It operates in accordance with the Privacy Protection Law, 1981 (as amended, including Amendment 13), and all applicable laws.
- The Clinic reserves the right to update this policy from time to time. The date of the latest update will appear at the top of the page. Use of the Website constitutes consent to the updated policy, so users are encouraged to review it periodically.
- Use of the Website is subject to your consent to this policy. By using or viewing the Website and/or providing information, the user confirms they have read and agree to these terms. If you do not agree, you must stop using the Website immediately.
B. Provision of Information
- The Clinic may collect and retain information about users that is provided by them or collected as a result of or in connection with use of the Website.
- Some services (e.g., “Contact Us”) may require personal details such as name, contact details (phone/email), and an open message (which may include medical information) (“Provision of Information”).
Providing such information is voluntary, but without it certain services may not be available (e.g., responding to your inquiry). - In addition to user-provided information, the Clinic may collect technical and analytical data such as IP address, browsing history, usage data, and device information via cookies and tracking tools.
- The user acknowledges and agrees that information provided and/or collected (“Data”) will be stored in the Clinic’s databases.
- The user understands that providing information is voluntary and done with consent in order to receive services.
- Users may choose to contact the Clinic via third-party platforms (e.g., social media). Such use is at the user’s discretion and responsibility. Once redirected to third-party sites, their terms and privacy policies apply, and the Clinic has no control or responsibility over such use.
- The user declares that all information provided is accurate, reliable, and given on their own behalf (unless authorized otherwise). This information, including browsing without registration, will be stored and used in accordance with this policy.
C. Purposes of Use of Information
- The Clinic may use collected information in order to:
- Operate, manage, and improve the Website and user experience
- Provide services, respond to inquiries, and offer support
- Prevent fraud and illegal activity
- Analyze usage data and improve content
- Marketing and personalized offers (subject to consent where required)
- Provide statistical information that does not identify users
- Comply with legal requirements
D. Use of Cookies
- The Website uses cookies for proper operation, security, statistical analysis, improving user experience, personalization, and targeted advertising.
- Cookies are text files stored by the user’s browser. Some expire when the browser closes; others remain on the device. They may include information such as visited pages, IP address, time spent, referral sources, and browsing behavior (including on other websites).
- The Website may also use third-party cookies (e.g., Google Analytics).
- More information: https://www.google.com/intl/en/policies/technologies/ads/
- Facebook cookies policy: https://www.facebook.com/policies/cookies/
- Opt-out tools:
- http://www.aboutads.info/choices
- https://www.youronlinechoices.com/uk/your-ad-choices
- Google Analytics opt-out
- Google privacy checkup
- Users can block cookies via browser settings, though this may impair functionality.
E. Sharing Information with Third Parties
- The Clinic will take reasonable measures to prevent sharing personally identifiable information except in the following cases:
- With user consent
- For service operation (e.g., cloud services, contact management, medical services)
- If the user violates the policy or law
- To complete a request or service
- By court order
- In legal disputes
- To prevent serious harm
- In case of business transfer, provided third parties adhere to this policy
- Non-personal, anonymized data may be shared freely.
F. Anonymous and Statistical Information
- The Clinic may use anonymized or statistical data for any purpose, including sharing with third parties, provided it does not identify users.
G. Data Security
- The Clinic implements reasonable security measures to protect personal information.
- Despite efforts, absolute protection cannot be guaranteed.
- The Clinic uses encryption and standard protections for online data transmission and maintains updated systems.
- While the Clinic strives for maximum security, it does not guarantee immunity from unauthorized access and is not liable for damages resulting from such breaches.
H. User Rights and Contact
- Under the Privacy Protection Law, 1981, you may review your personal data and request correction if inaccurate.
- The Clinic is not obligated to provide legally privileged information.
- Requests should be submitted via the “Contact Us” page or contact details provided.
- For questions or requests, contact: [email protected]
- Requests must include full identifying details and a clear description.
- The Clinic reserves the right to accept or reject requests. If accepted, it will update/delete data and notify relevant parties as required by law.
Last updated: February 2026