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Disclaimer: This PHQ-9 screening tool is for educational purposes only. It is not a diagnostic tool and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, please contact a healthcare professional or a local emergency service immediately. Use of this site does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.

privacy policy

Last Updated: January 01, 2026

At phq9test.com, we take your privacy and the sensitivity of mental health data seriously. This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle information when you use our PHQ-9 screening tool and visit our website.

1. No Collection of Health Data

The primary purpose of phq9test.com is to provide an anonymous screening tool.

  • Anonymous Testing: We do not require you to create an account or provide identifiable information (such as name or email) to take the PHQ-9 test.
  • Local Processing: Your test responses and final scores are processed locally within your web browser. We do not store, save, or record your individual test answers or your final results on our servers.

2. Information We Collect Automatically

Like most websites, we collect certain non-identifying information to improve site performance and user experience:

  • Log Data: This includes your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit.
  • Cookies: We use cookies to remember your preferences and for site analytics. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings.

3. Google AdSense and Third-Party Advertising

We use Google AdSense to serve ads when you visit our website.

  • Google uses cookies (such as the DART cookie) to serve ads based on your visit to this site and other sites on the Internet.
  • Users may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
  • Important: We do not share your PHQ-9 test results with Google or any third-party advertisers.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures, including SSL (HTTPS) encryption, to ensure that your connection to our site is secure. Because we do not store personal health data, there is no database of your results at risk of a breach.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website contains links to external resources, such as mental health helplines and educational articles. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our website is intended for individuals aged 13 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, you may contact us using the form on the Contact Us page.

Medical Disclaimer: The PHQ-9 (Patient Health Questionnaire-9) tool provided on this website is intended for informational a nd educational purposes only. It is not a clinical diagnosis and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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