Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025

Introduction

Healowpay.com ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our services. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.

We reserve the right to make changes to this Privacy Policy at any time and for any reason. We will alert you about any changes by updating the "Effective Date" of this Privacy Policy. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website, and you waive the right to receive specific notice of each such change or modification.

Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide to us when you register for an account, make a payment, or contact us for support. This may include:

  • Full name and contact information (email address, phone number, mailing address)
  • Payment information (credit card, debit card, or bank account details)
  • Account login credentials and passwords
  • Payment history and transaction records
  • Customer service inquiries and communications

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website, we automatically collect certain information about your device and usage patterns:

  • Device information (browser type, operating system, device type)
  • IP address and location data
  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • Referring website and links clicked
  • Search queries and interaction data

Information from Third Parties

We may receive information about you from third parties, including payment processors, financial institutions, and data verification services. This information helps us verify your identity, prevent fraud, and process your payments accurately. We ensure that all third-party data sharing complies with applicable privacy laws and regulations.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

  • Processing Payments: To process, verify, and confirm your bill payments securely
  • Account Management: To create and maintain your account, manage your preferences, and provide customer support
  • Security and Fraud Prevention: To detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security incidents
  • Communications: To send you transactional emails, payment confirmations, and service updates
  • Marketing and Improvements: To understand your preferences, improve our services, and send promotional materials (with your consent)
  • Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal obligations
  • Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and improve the functionality and user experience of our platform

We will not use your personal information for purposes other than those stated in this Privacy Policy without obtaining your explicit consent. We take your privacy seriously and will only process your data in ways that are fair, transparent, and in compliance with applicable privacy laws.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences, track your usage patterns, and enhance your user experience. Cookies may be either session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (stored on your device for a longer period).

Types of Cookies We Use

  • Essential Cookies:

    Required for the website to function properly, including security and authentication

  • Performance Cookies:

    Help us understand how you use our website and improve its performance

  • Functional Cookies:

    Remember your preferences and customize your experience

  • Marketing Cookies:

    Track your activity to deliver targeted advertisements and marketing messages

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. However, blocking cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your ability to access certain features. Please note that disabling cookies may impact your user experience.

Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies to monitor your activity and improve our services. These technologies help us understand user behavior, measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns, and enhance your experience on our platform.

Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. Our security practices include:

  • SSL encryption for all data transmission
  • PCI DSS compliance for payment processing
  • Multi-factor authentication for account access
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing
  • Secure data storage with restricted access

While we strive to protect your information using reasonable security measures, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we are committed to protecting your data to the best of our ability.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide our services, fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, and comply with applicable legal obligations. The retention period may vary depending on the type of information and the context of its use. Payment records are typically retained for a minimum of seven years to comply with financial regulations. You may request deletion of your personal information at any time, subject to legal and regulatory requirements. We will respond to such requests within the timeframe specified by applicable privacy laws.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your personal information with third parties in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: Payment processors, financial institutions, and other vendors who assist us in providing services
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • Fraud Prevention: To prevent fraud and protect the security of our platform
  • Your Consent: With your explicit permission for other purposes

We require all third parties to maintain the confidentiality and security of your personal information and to use it only for the purposes for which it was disclosed.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
  • Right to Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal requirements
  • Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of marketing communications and data processing for marketing purposes
  • Right to Data Portability: Request your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact Information section below.

Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information and terminate the child's account. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately at the contact information provided below.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, concerns about your privacy, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:

Healowpay.com

Support Hours: Available 24/7

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days or as required by applicable privacy laws.

Updates 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. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy and, where required by law, by obtaining your consent. Your continued use of our website and services following the posting of updated Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the changes. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.