Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
The MDS Integrity Project (“we,” “our,” or “this site”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. This Privacy Policy explains what information is collected, how it is used, and how it is safeguarded.
Purpose of This Site
The MDS Integrity Project is an independent advocacy platform focused on transparency, ethics, and accountability related to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) process in skilled nursing facilities.
Information We Collect
We intentionally collect minimal information.
Information you voluntarily provide
- Anonymous story submissions
- Messages submitted through site forms
You are not required to provide:
Any personally identifying information
Your name
Your employer
Your location
Patient identifiers
Information We Do Not Intentionally Collect
We do not intentionally collect:
- IP addresses
- Precise location data
- Device fingerprints
- Advertising or behavioral tracking data
Any limited technical data generated by the hosting platform or security tools is used solely for site protection and functionality, not for tracking or profiling.
Anonymous Submissions
Story submissions are:
- Voluntary and anonymous
- Reviewed manually
- Edited to remove identifying details when necessary
- Published only in anonymized form, if published at all
Submissions are never sold and are not shared with employers, facilities, or third parties for marketing purposes.
Cookies & Tracking
This site does not intentionally use:
- Advertising cookies
- Behavioral tracking
- Retargeting pixels
Essential cookies required for basic functionality or security may be set by WordPress, hosting services, or security plugins.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services strictly for:
- Website hosting
- Site security
- Spam prevention
- Form functionality
These services are configured to limit data collection whenever possible.
Data Security
Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are in place to protect submitted information. However, no online system can guarantee absolute security.
Children’s Privacy
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
External Links
This website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you may contact the editorial team through the site’s contact page.