Last updated: January 15, 2025
Health Trust Direct ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website healthtrustdirect.com (the "Service").
Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
We may collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you:
- Subscribe to our newsletter
- Contact us through our contact form
- Create an account on our website
- Participate in surveys or feedback forms
- Comment on our articles or blog posts
This information may include:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
- Demographic information
- Any other information you choose to provide
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our Service, we may automatically collect certain information about your device, including:
- IP address and general location information
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on our site
- Referring website
- Device identifiers
How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- To provide and maintain our Service
- To improve our website and develop new features
- To communicate with you about updates, newsletters, or customer service
- To analyze usage patterns and optimize user experience
- To prevent fraud and ensure website security
- To comply with legal obligations
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website:
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function properly
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our Service.
Third-Party Services
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors. You can opt out of Google Analytics by visiting the Google Analytics opt-out page.
Amazon Associates Program
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. When you click on Amazon links on our site, Amazon may use cookies to track your activity for attribution purposes. This helps support our website at no additional cost to you.
Email Service Providers
We may use third-party email service providers to send newsletters and communications. These providers have their own privacy policies governing the use of your information.
How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- With your consent when you have given us explicit permission
- Service providers who help us operate our website and provide services
- Legal requirements when required by law or to protect our rights
- Business transfers in the event of a merger or sale of our business
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request a copy of your information in a portable format
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.
Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete such information.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from your country's laws. We take steps to ensure that your information receives appropriate protection wherever it is processed.
Retention of Information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "last updated" date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
Note: We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA.
European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are a resident of the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our legal basis for processing your information includes:
- Consent: When you have given explicit consent
- Legitimate interests: For improving our services and website functionality
- Legal obligation: When required by law
Do Not Track Signals
Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers. However, you can disable cookies and tracking through your browser settings.
Third-Party Links
Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
- Email: [Contact email would be provided here]
- Contact Form: healthtrustdirect.com/contact.html
- Mail: [Mailing address would be provided here]
Effective Date
This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 15, 2025, and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future, which will be in effect immediately after being posted on this page.