Privacy Policy
PRIVACY PRACTICES POLICY
Effective Date: 11/24/2025
1. INTRODUCTION
This Privacy Practices Policy (“Policy”) explains how How of Eating (“we,” “our,” “us”) collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information from individuals who visit our website, register for classes, or otherwise interact with our educational services (“Services”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable laws, including the New York SHIELD Act, the New York State Privacy Act (as applicable), and relevant federal regulations.
By using our Services, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Payment information (processed by third-party vendors; we do not store full credit card details)
- Education or background information (if relevant to the course)
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
We may collect information through cookies and analytics tools, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device identifiers
- Website usage data
- Referring URLs
2.3 Information from Third Parties
If you sign in using a third-party platform (e.g., Google or Facebook), we may receive certain profile information based on your privacy settings with those platforms.
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use personal information for:
- Processing class registrations
- Communicating about classes, updates, and support
- Providing educational resources
- Personalizing your user experience
- Improving our website and Services
- Processing payments
- Maintaining legal and accounting records
- Preventing unauthorized access, fraud, or illegal activity
We do not sell your personal information.
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING
We process information based on:
- Your consent
- The need to fulfill a contract (such as class registration)
- Legitimate business interests
- Compliance with legal obligations
5. SHARING AND DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION
5.1 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted service providers who assist with:
- Payment processing
- Website hosting
- Email delivery
- Analytics
- Learning management systems
These providers are required to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes.
5.2 Legal and Safety Requirements
We may disclose information if necessary to:
- Comply with laws or court orders
- Respond to law enforcement agencies
- Address fraud or security concerns
5.3 Business Transfers
If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or business reorganization, your information may be transferred with appropriate safeguards.
6. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain sessions
- Improve site functionality
- Collect analytics
- Personalize content
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not function properly.
7. DATA SECURITY (SHIELD ACT COMPLIANCE)
We follow administrative, technical, and physical safeguards required under the New York SHIELD Act, such as:
- Encryption of data in transit
- Secure authentication practices
- Access controls
- Regular security reviews
- Staff training on privacy and security
While we take reasonable measures to protect your information, no system is completely secure.
8. DATA RETENTION
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for business, legal, and compliance purposes. Afterward, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
9. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Our Services are not intended for children under age 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13. If such information is discovered, we will delete it. For courses involving minors, we collect information only with verified parental consent.
10. YOUR RIGHTS (NEW YORK RESIDENTS)
Depending on the law, you may have the right to:
- Access your personal information
- Request corrections
- Request deletion (with legal exceptions)
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at: howofeating@gmail.com
11. MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS
With your consent, we may send updates, class announcements, and promotional messages. You may opt out at any time through the “unsubscribe” link or by contacting us.
12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our website may include links to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
13. INTERNATIONAL USERS
Our Services are intended for users in the United States. If you access our Services from other regions, your information will be processed in the U.S.
14. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Services means you accept the updated Policy.
15. CONTACT US
If you have questions about this Policy, contact:
How of Eating
Email: howofeating@gmail.com