Privacy & Editorial Standards

Last Updated: April 29, 2026

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: April 29, 2026

IBD Movement, a product of Bennernet Ventures LLC, (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website ibdmovement.com.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, including:

Name and email address (when subscribing to our newsletter or contacting us)
Comments or feedback you submit on our articles
Any other information you choose to provide

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP address and approximate location
Browser type and version
Device type and operating system
Pages visited and time spent on pages
Referring website or source

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and maintain our website
Send newsletters and updates (if you’ve subscribed)
Respond to your inquiries and comments
Analyze website traffic and improve our content
Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
Comply with legal obligations

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect information:

Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google’s Privacy Policy
Google AdSense: To display advertisements. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits. How Google uses data
WordPress/WPConsent: For website functionality and cookie consent management

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your personal information
Opt out of marketing communications
Withdraw consent for data processing

For EU/EEA Residents (GDPR): You have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation, including the right to data portability and the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

For California Residents (CCPA): You have the right to know what personal information is collected and to request its deletion.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated version will be indicated by the “Last Updated” date at the top of this section.

This section provides a summary of our cookie practices. For the full standalone policy, see the Cookie Policy page.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and understand how you interact with the site.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information anonymously and help us improve our content and user experience.

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Advertising Cookies

Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads relevant to your interests. These cookies track your browsing activity across websites to display personalized advertisements.

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your choices and preferences, such as your cookie consent settings.

wpconsent_preferences – Stores your cookie consent choices

Managing Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:

Cookie Consent Banner: Use our cookie consent banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies
Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings
Google Ad Settings: Visit Google Ad Settings to manage personalized advertising
Opt-Out Tools: Visit Network Advertising Initiative to opt out of targeted advertising

Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Editorial Process

How IBD Movement Creates Content

At IBD Movement, we believe transparency about our editorial process builds trust with readers who depend on our content to make informed decisions about their health. Here’s exactly how we create, review, and publish our articles.

Our Editorial Team

Ben Rogers is the founder and sole editor of IBD Movement. Ben has lived with Crohn’s disease since 2002 and brings 24 years of patient experience to every piece of content. Ben is not a physician, gastroenterologist, or licensed healthcare provider. He is a patient who has learned to critically evaluate IBD research and translate medical news for the patient community.

Content Creation Process

Source Identification

We monitor credible medical and scientific sources for IBD-related news, including:

Peer-reviewed medical journals (Gastroenterology, Inflammatory Bowel Diseases, etc.)
Medical news outlets (Medscape, Medical News Today)
Research institutions and medical centers
Professional gastroenterology organizations
Patient advocacy groups (Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation)

AI-Assisted Research and Drafting

We use artificial intelligence tools to help research and draft initial versions of our content. This allows us to process information more efficiently and maintain consistent publishing frequency. AI tools help us:

Research background information on studies and treatments
Draft initial article structures and summaries
Generate ideas for relevant topics
Check facts and citations

Human Editorial Review

Every piece of content is personally reviewed, edited, and approved by Ben Rogers before publication. This review includes:

Accuracy verification: Checking that summaries correctly represent original research
Context addition: Adding patient perspective and “what this means for me” analysis
Tone calibration: Ensuring content avoids hype language and maintains realistic expectations
Source verification: Confirming all citations link to original studies or reputable sources
Medical disclaimer review: Ensuring appropriate disclaimers about not providing medical advice

Editorial Standards

Voice and Perspective

All IBD Movement content uses first-person voice from Ben’s perspective as a long-term IBD patient. When we say “I think” or “my experience,” we’re referring to Ben’s 24-year journey with Crohn’s disease, including treatment with biologics and navigation of the healthcare system.

Source Citation Discipline

When covering medical news, we prioritize linking to original research studies (via PubMed, journal DOIs) rather than secondary news coverage. When we reference news articles, we treat them as “leads” to find and cite the underlying research they discuss.

Clinical Stage Transparency

Every article about new treatments clearly identifies the research phase:

Preclinical (laboratory/animal studies)
Phase 1 (early human safety studies)
Phase 2 (efficacy testing in small groups)
Phase 3 (large-scale clinical trials)
FDA-approved (available for prescription)
Real-world data (post-market studies)

Realistic Timeline Assessment

We include honest assessments about when new treatments might realistically become available to patients, typically noting that early-stage research is “years away” from helping current patients.

Banned Language

Our content avoids hype words that create false hope or unrealistic expectations, including:

“Hope,” “breakthrough,” “revolutionary”
“New dawn,” “on the horizon,” “transform”
“Cure,” “miraculous,” “groundbreaking”

What We Don’t Do

Medical Advice: We do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or guidance on medication changes. Our content is educational and informational only.

Product Endorsements: We do not endorse specific medications, treatments, or medical products. When we mention treatments, it’s for educational purposes with appropriate disclaimers.

Sponsored Content: We do not publish sponsored content or paid articles from pharmaceutical companies or medical device manufacturers.

AI-Generated Patient Stories: We do not publish AI-generated patient testimonials or fictional patient experiences. Any patient stories we share are clearly identified as real experiences with proper consent.

Corrections and Updates

Error Reporting: If you find an error in our content, please contact us at contact@ibdmovement.com. We take accuracy seriously and will promptly investigate and correct verified errors.

Content Updates: We periodically review older content to ensure it remains current with evolving medical knowledge. Updated articles will show a “last updated” date.

Retraction Policy: If we publish information that is later found to be significantly inaccurate or potentially harmful, we will prominently retract or correct the content rather than simply deleting it.

Transparency Commitment

This editorial process is designed to provide you with trustworthy, patient-centered IBD information while being completely transparent about our methods. We believe you deserve to know exactly how your health information is created and reviewed.

If you have questions about our editorial process or specific content, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Disclosure & Disclaimers

Affiliate Disclosure

IBD Movement may participate in affiliate marketing programs. This means we may earn a small commission if you purchase products or services through links on our website, at no additional cost to you.

We only recommend products and services we believe may be helpful to the IBD community. Our content and opinions are not influenced by affiliate relationships.

Advertising Disclosure

This website displays advertisements through Google AdSense. We do not directly control which ads appear, though we strive to ensure ads are appropriate for our audience. Ad revenue helps support the operation of this website and the creation of free content.

Medical Disclaimer

Important: The information provided on IBD Movement is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your doctor or emergency services immediately. IBD Movement does not recommend or endorse any specific tests, physicians, products, procedures, opinions, or other information mentioned on the website.

Content Disclaimer

We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. However, medical knowledge evolves rapidly, and information may become outdated.

When we summarize or report on research studies, news articles, or other sources, we provide attribution and links to the original sources. Our summaries include our own analysis and commentary, which represent our interpretation and should not be considered definitive.

No Professional Relationship

Use of this website does not create a doctor-patient, healthcare provider, or any other professional relationship between you and IBD Movement or its contributors.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, or Disclosure, please contact us:

Email: contact@ibdmovement.com
Website: ibdmovement.com/contact-us

This policy was last updated on April 29, 2026.