Why Safety Matters

Women’s health apps track very personal information, like periods, fertility, symptoms, and mental health. Choosing the wrong app can put your data at risk or give advice that is unclear or misleading.

That is why checking if an app is safe is so important. At SheRanked, we help women do this with clear, consistent criteria.

Step 1: Look at the SheRanked Score

The easiest way to check if an app is safe is to see its SheRanked score. Every app is rated from 1 to 5 stars based on:

Medical integrity: Is the app backed by scientific evidence and medically reviewed?
Data privacy: How is your personal information stored, shared, and protected?
Accessibility: Is it easy for all women to use, including those with different needs?
Ethical standards: Does the app provide honest, safe guidance without making unsupported claims?
Behavioral impact: Does the app encourage healthy choices?

Apps with 5 stars are considered the safest and most trustworthy. Apps scoring 3 stars or lower may have gaps, missing information, or unclear practices.

Step 2: Check the Medical Team

Even if an app looks professional, it’s important to know who is behind it.

Some apps say they are “doctor approved,” but don’t explain which doctor or their experience with women’s health.
Many apps are created by tech teams who are skilled in product design but may not have medical expertise.

SheRanked reviews the level of clinical involvement and makes it clear whether medical professionals guided the app.

Step 3: Look for Transparency About Data

Safe apps clearly explain:

What personal data is collected
How it is stored
Whether it is shared with third parties
How you can delete your data

Apps that are unclear or use confusing legal terms may not be safe. SheRanked scores apps based on how easy it is for women to find and understand this information.

Step 4: Check for Evidence-Based Features

A safe app explains why its features work. For example:

Are fertility predictions based on research?
Are period predictions backed by data?
Are mental health exercises created with qualified professionals?

SheRanked checks each app’s evidence and rates apps that provide clear, verifiable information higher.

Step 5: Look at Accessibility and Usability

Even a medically accurate app isn’t helpful if it’s hard to use. Check if:

The text is easy to read
Features are easy to navigate
The app works for people with different abilities
Languages are inclusive and clear

SheRanked includes usability in the score so women can quickly see if an app is practical for everyday use.

Step 6: Look at Ethical Standards and Behavioral Impact

Apps influence how women think about their health. Ask:

Does the app make bold claims without evidence?
Does it encourage safe and healthy choices?
Does it respect women’s privacy and autonomy?

SheRanked evaluates these factors to ensure apps are not only safe technically, but also ethically responsible.

**Step 7: Use SheRanked as a Guide**

Instead of trying to check everything yourself, SheRanked gives women a **trusted, independent evaluation**. We highlight strengths and weaknesses for every app so you can make informed choices quickly.
If an app scores low, it doesn’t always mean it’s unsafe. Sometimes it means information is missing. SheRanked also works with developers to **improve transparency and quality**, so apps can score better over time.

Final Thoughts

Checking if a health app is safe can feel confusing, but with SheRanked you have a clear guide. Look at the score, check the medical involvement, understand data policies, review evidence, and consider usability and ethics.

“Women deserve apps they can trust. SheRanked makes it easy to know which apps are safe, clear, and designed with women’s health in mind.”

Written by Dr Christina Davies, SheRanked Founder

Women’s Health App Safety Checklist: Privacy, Medical Accuracy, and Your Wellbeing