Privacy Policy - LlevateHer's Commitment to Data Protection and Privacy
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Privacy Policy

Your privacy and health data security are our top priorities

Last Updated: January 2025

Welcome to LlevateHer. This Privacy Policy explains how LlevateHer, LLC ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, protects, and shares your personal information and protected health information (PHI) when you use our website, mobile application, services, and hormone testing platform.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with all applicable privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), the Health Information Technology for Economic and Clinical Health Act (HITECH), and other state and federal regulations.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

We collect personal information that you provide directly to us, including:

  • Account Information: Name, email address, phone number, date of birth, mailing address
  • Payment Information: Credit/debit card details, billing address (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
  • Profile Information: Profile photo, preferences, communication settings
  • Identity Verification: Government-issued ID or other verification documents when required for telehealth services

1.2 Protected Health Information (PHI)

As a healthcare service provider, we collect sensitive health information, including:

  • Medical History: Current and past medical conditions, medications, allergies, surgeries, family health history
  • Symptom Data: Self-reported symptoms, menstrual cycle information, mood tracking, sleep patterns, energy levels
  • Lab Results: Hormone levels, biomarker data, test results from at-home testing kits
  • Treatment Information: Prescriptions, supplement protocols, nutrition plans, exercise recommendations
  • Consultation Records: Notes from telehealth appointments, provider communications, care plans
  • Biometric Data: Weight, height, body measurements, photos (if provided)

1.3 Automatically Collected Information

  • Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
  • Usage Data: Pages viewed, features used, time spent on platform, click patterns
  • Location Data: General geographic location (city/state level) based on IP address
  • Communication Data: Emails, chat messages, support tickets, feedback submissions

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information for the following purposes:

Provide Healthcare Services

  • Process and fulfill lab testing orders
  • Analyze lab results and generate reports
  • Facilitate telehealth consultations with licensed providers
  • Develop personalized wellness protocols (nutrition, exercise, supplements)
  • Monitor your progress and adjust recommendations
  • Provide AI-powered coaching and symptom prediction

Account Management

  • Create and maintain your account
  • Authenticate your identity and prevent fraud
  • Process payments and subscriptions
  • Send service-related communications (appointment reminders, test results, protocol updates)
  • Provide customer support

Improve Our Services

  • Analyze aggregated, de-identified data to improve AI algorithms
  • Conduct research to advance women's hormone health (with your consent)
  • Develop new features and services
  • Monitor platform performance and troubleshoot issues

Legal and Safety

  • Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
  • Protect against fraud, security threats, and illegal activity
  • Enforce our Terms of Service
  • Respond to legal requests from law enforcement or courts

Important: We will never sell your personal health information to third parties. We will only use or share your PHI as described in this policy or as required by law.

3. How We Share Your Information

We share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

Healthcare Providers

Your PHI is shared with licensed healthcare providers (physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants) within our network who are directly involved in your care. These providers are HIPAA-compliant and bound by professional confidentiality requirements.

Laboratory Partners

We share necessary information with Labcorp and other CLIA-certified laboratories to process your test orders and return results. These labs are HIPAA-compliant business associates with strict data protection obligations.

Pharmacy Partners

When you receive a prescription, we share necessary information with pharmacies (including compounding pharmacies) to fulfill your prescription orders. This includes your name, prescription details, and relevant medical information.

Payment Processors

We use third-party payment processors (such as Stripe) to handle billing and payment transactions. These processors receive your payment information but do not receive your health information. They maintain PCI-DSS compliance for secure payment processing.

Service Providers

We work with service providers who help us operate our platform, including:

  • Cloud hosting providers (AWS, Google Cloud)
  • Email and communication services
  • Analytics and data processing services
  • Customer support tools

These service providers are contractually required to protect your data and use it only for the services they provide to us.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law, including:

  • In response to court orders, subpoenas, or legal processes
  • To comply with government or regulatory requests
  • To protect against fraud or security threats
  • To protect the rights, property, or safety of LlevateHer, our users, or the public
  • In connection with public health reporting requirements

Business Transfers

If LlevateHer is involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, or bankruptcy, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. The acquiring entity will be required to honor the terms of this Privacy Policy.

You Have Control: We will never share your health information for marketing purposes or sell it to third parties. Any sharing is strictly limited to providing your care or fulfilling legal obligations.

4. HIPAA Compliance & Your Rights

LlevateHer is a HIPAA-covered entity, and we comply fully with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy and Security Rules. As a patient, you have specific rights regarding your Protected Health Information (PHI):

Right to Access

You can request and receive copies of your health records

Right to Amend

Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete information

Right to Accounting

Receive a list of disclosures we've made of your PHI

Right to Restrict

Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures

Right to Confidential Communication

Request communications by alternative means or locations

Right to Notice

Receive this Privacy Policy and our HIPAA Notice

To exercise any of these rights, contact our Privacy Officer at [email protected] or write to us at the address listed in Section 11.

5. Data Security

We implement industry-leading security measures to protect your information:

Encryption

256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for all data in transit; AES-256 encryption for data at rest

Secure Infrastructure

HIPAA-compliant cloud hosting with AWS and Google Cloud; regular security audits and penetration testing

Access Controls

Multi-factor authentication; role-based access; strict employee training and background checks

Monitoring & Response

24/7 security monitoring; incident response procedures; regular backups and disaster recovery plans

Data Breach Notification: In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your PHI, we will notify you within 60 days as required by HIPAA, along with any applicable regulatory authorities.

6. Your Rights and Choices

Account Management

You can access, update, or delete your account information at any time by logging into your account settings or contacting us at [email protected].

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email or adjusting your communication preferences in your account settings. Note: You cannot opt out of service-related communications (e.g., test results, appointment reminders, security alerts).

Data Deletion

You have the right to request deletion of your account and personal information. However, we may be required to retain certain health records for legal, regulatory, or medical record-keeping purposes for a minimum of 7 years as required by law. Contact [email protected] to request deletion.

Do Not Track

Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers. You can control cookies and tracking through your browser settings.

State-Specific Rights

If you reside in California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, or other states with specific privacy laws, you may have additional rights:

  • California (CCPA/CPRA): Right to know what personal information we collect, delete your data, opt out of "sales" (we don't sell data), and non-discrimination for exercising your rights
  • Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut: Similar rights to access, delete, correct, and opt out of targeted advertising

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience and analyze platform usage:

Essential Cookies

Required for platform functionality, including authentication, security, and account access. These cannot be disabled.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how users interact with our platform (Google Analytics, Mixpanel). You can opt out in your account settings.

Marketing Cookies

Used to deliver relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness. You can opt out through your browser settings or third-party opt-out tools.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect platform functionality. Learn more in our Cookie Policy.

8. Third-Party Services

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites, apps, or services (e.g., supplement retailers, wearable device integrations). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

Integrations: If you choose to connect third-party services (e.g., Apple Health, Fitbit, Oura Ring), you authorize us to access and use data from those services to enhance your experience. You can disconnect these integrations at any time in your account settings.

9. Children's Privacy

LlevateHer is intended for adults aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18 years of age. If we discover that we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, we will delete it immediately.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected].

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make material changes, we will:

  • Post the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
  • Notify you via email or through an in-app notification
  • For significant changes affecting your PHI, obtain your consent where required by law

Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

LlevateHer Privacy Officer

Mailing Address

LlevateHer, LLC
Attn: Privacy Officer
[Your Address]
United States of America

Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy requests within 30 days. For urgent matters, please mark your communication as "URGENT."

Your Privacy is Our Priority

We are committed to protecting your personal and health information with the highest standards of security and compliance. Thank you for trusting LlevateHer with your hormone health journey.

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