Disclamation

By accessing and using www.fogo365.com (“Fogo” or “the Platform”), you acknowledge and accept the following:

Regulatory Compliance

Fogo may function as a data processor for information originating from jurisdictions such as the European Economic Area (EEA) and the United States. However, Fogo is not currently compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union or with United States-specific regulations, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Although Fogo is globally accessible, it is solely your responsibility to:

  • Obtain all required local authorisations or approvals;
  • Ensure that your use of Fogo complies with all applicable local, regional, or national data protection laws;
  • Cease use of the Platform if you are uncertain about your regulatory obligations.

Use of Health Data from the USA

If you are using Fogo to process health-related data originating in the United States, please be advised:

  • Fogo is not HIPAA-compliant.
  • You are required to ensure your own compliance with relevant federal, state, and local data protection laws.
  • You must obtain all necessary consents from relevant regulatory authorities and affected individuals before using the platform.
  • If there is any doubt about legal or regulatory compliance, you must refrain from using the platform.

About GDPR

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a regulation enacted by the European Union effective from 25 May 2018, designed to protect the privacy and personal data of EU individuals.

Key provisions include:

  • Data subjects must provide informed consent prior to data collection;
  • Individuals have the right to access, correct, or delete their personal data;
  • Organizations must report certain data breaches within 72 hours.

GDPR applies to any business processing personal data of individuals located in the EU, regardless of where the business is based.

About HIPAA

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) is a U.S. federal law enacted in 1996, governing the privacy and security of individuals’ protected health information (PHI).

Key requirements include:

  • Maintaining confidentiality of patient information;
  • Implementing physical, administrative, and technical safeguards;
  • Granting patients rights to access and control their medical data;
  • Reporting violations, which may result in fines or legal penalties.

HIPAA applies to covered entities and their business associates within the U.S. healthcare system.

Can Fogo Be Used in a GDPR/HIPAA-Compliant Manner?

Yes—if you deploy Fogo on your own private infrastructure, it may be used in a manner that is compliant with applicable data protection laws, subject to the following actions taken by you:

Steps for Compliance (User Responsibility):

  1. Register a domain in your own country of operation.
  2. Purchase an Amazon server located within your own country or jurisdiction.Fogo can only be installed in an Amazon server.
  3. Install the Fogo system on your private server, thereby establishing it as your proprietary system.
  4. Register your deployment with the relevant regulatory authorities in your jurisdiction.

Costs and Support

  • Estimated Annual Cost: Operating Fogo on your own Amazon server typically incurs an estimated maintenance cost of approximately USD $5,000 (or local equivalent) annually.
  • Feature Updates: All system-wide feature updates developed by Fogo will be made available to self-hosted users at no additional cost.
  • Technical Support: Fogo offers ongoing technical support on a fee-for-service basis at a standard rate of USD $60 per hour.

Considering Building Your Own Practice Management System?

Before you proceed, be aware that developing a robust, fully functional practice management system requires substantial time, expertise, and financial investment. The Fogo team has dedicated more than 10 years and invested over USD 1 million in creating our current system—excluding the significant additional resources spent on ongoing maintenance, bug resolution, and continuous improvements.

Please consult with your legal counsel or compliance advisor to assess your specific obligations before using Fogo in regulated environments.

Thinking of Investing in Us?

We’d love to hear from you! Please reach out at contact@fogo365.com.