BloodBridge

Last updated: 8 May 2026

Health & Safety Notice

A note on who we are. BloodBridge is a non-profit, open-source community project. We do not charge users, run ads, or sell data, and we never accept payment in exchange for blood. This notice exists because blood donation and transfusion are medical acts — profit motive or not, the safety rules below still matter.

BloodBridge connects voluntary blood donors with people who need blood. Donating and receiving blood are medical acts — they should always go through a licensed blood centre or hospital. Read this notice carefully before you use the platform.

1. In an emergency, call a hospital first

If a patient is critical, do not rely on the platform alone. Call:

  • 108 / 102 — ambulance and emergency response.
  • The hospital's blood bank directly — they often have stock.
  • State e-Raktkosh portal (eraktkosh.mohfw.gov.in) to locate licensed blood centres.

BloodBridge can take time to find a match. It is a complement to, not a replacement for, official channels.

2. Donating is voluntary and unpaid

Under Section 27 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940, the sale or purchase of blood is a criminal offence in India. On BloodBridge:

  • Money or gifts must not be exchanged for blood.
  • If anyone asks you to pay a donor, refuse and report it to us.

3. Donor eligibility (NBTC / NACO summary)

You may donate whole blood if you:

  • are between 18 and 65 years old,
  • weigh at least 45 kg,
  • have haemoglobin of at least 12.5 g/dL,
  • have not donated whole blood in the last 90 days (men) or 120 days (women); platelets/plasma intervals are shorter,
  • are feeling well, have eaten in the last few hours, and are well hydrated.

4. Common reasons to defer (not a complete list)

  • Cold, fever, or infection in the last 1–2 weeks.
  • Pregnancy or breastfeeding (defer until 6–12 months after delivery).
  • Tattoo, piercing, or major dental work in the last 6 months.
  • Recent surgery (defer at least 6 months).
  • Certain medications, vaccinations, or chronic conditions.
  • High-risk behaviours that would make blood unsafe.

The blood centre will run a final medical screening before you donate. Their decision is final.

5. We do not verify donor information

Donor profiles on BloodBridge are self-declared. We do not verify blood group, age, health status, or any document. Always cross-check at the blood bank before any transfusion. BloodBridge is not a substitute for medical advice.

6. Privacy & safety when meeting

  • Use the in-platform messaging to coordinate — we keep an audit trail.
  • Meet at the blood bank or hospital, not at private addresses.
  • Report harassment, payment requests, or impersonation to us immediately.

7. Reporting concerns

Email ankit@bloodbridge.live.

This notice summarises public guidance from NACO, NBTC, and the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 for general information only. It is not medical advice. For specific eligibility, ask a doctor or your local blood centre.