Who we are
Health with Hashimoto’s is the podcast and website of The Whole You, LLC, which is the holistic health education business of Esther Yunkin, RN. The website address is https://healthwithhashimotos.com.
Esther is an RN and small business owner. She values privacy and hates spam and “big brother.” She is always working to make your experience simple and user friendly. As the founder and CEO of this company, everything reflects these values she holds.
Your privacy is of utmost importance to us. This privacy policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you visit our website, sign up for our email and SMS messaging services, join our community, book a coaching session, and purchase our digital products. By using our services, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
Personal information
We collect personal information that you provide to us directly, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number (for SMS messaging)
- Payment information (for purchasing digital products and programs)
- Booking information (when you schedule a coaching session)
- Any other information you choose to provide
Usage data
We may collect non-personal information automatically as you navigate through the site. This is to improve how we serve you and improve the user-friendliness of the site. Info may include:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Referring site
- Device type
Cookies and tracking
Our website uses cookies and similar technologies. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help the site work and help us understand how people use it.
We use them for:
- Basic site function. Keeping the site working the way it should.
- Analytics. Understanding which pages get visited and how people move through the site, so we can make it better.
- Advertising and measurement. We use the Meta pixel and Conversions API to measure how our ads perform and to show relevant ads on Facebook and Instagram. This tells us things like whether someone who clicked an ad went on to sign up for a guide, so we are not spending money on ads that do not help anyone.
You can turn off or delete cookies in your browser settings. You can also adjust what ads you see through your Facebook and Instagram ad settings. Turning off cookies may affect how parts of the site work.
Our podcast player and podcast host collect basic listener data such as IP address and device type when you play an episode.
How we use your information
Communication
- Email. We use your email address to send you newsletters, updates, promotions, and other content related to our health education services. You can opt out of these communications at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in our emails.
- SMS messaging. If you opt in to receive SMS messages, we will use your phone number to send you reminders, offers, and important updates. You can opt out by replying “STOP” to any message you receive.
The Whole You uses SMS to offer clients the best experience. Text messages can include info on upcoming appointments, sales, health tips, or programs. Your pertinent information is collected (name and phone number) to serve you. Mobile messages may be sent using an automated technology. We do not charge for mobile messages sent but you are responsible for any message and data rates imposed by your mobile provider, as standard data and message rates may apply for short message service and multimedia message alerts.
Transaction processing
We use your payment information to process transactions for the purchase of digital products and programs. We do not store your payment information. It is handled by secure third-party payment processors.
Scheduling
When you book a coaching session, we use your name, email, and any information you include in the booking form to schedule and prepare for that session.
Community access
If you join our online community, we use your name and email to create and manage your access.
Website improvement
We use usage data to analyze how visitors interact with our website, helping us improve the user experience and content offerings.
Advertising
We use tracking data to measure how our ads perform and to reach people who may be interested in what we teach.
Data security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.
Data retention
We keep your personal information for as long as you are subscribed, enrolled, or working with us, and for as long afterward as we need it for our records and to meet legal and tax obligations. If you ask us to delete your information, we will do so unless we are required to keep it.
Sharing your information
Third-party service providers
We may share your personal information with third-party service providers that help us operate our website, process payments, send communications, host our podcast, schedule sessions, run our community, and perform analytics and advertising. These providers are required to keep your information confidential and secure. Blog comments may be checked through an automated spam detection service.
These providers include our email platform, payment processor, community platform, scheduling tool, podcast host, website host, analytics provider, and advertising platforms.
We do not sell your information
We do not sell your personal information.
Legal requirements
We may disclose your personal information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (for example, a court or government agency).
Confidentiality
Esther Yunkin, RN, complies with all state and federal requirements for health care practices with respect to privacy and confidentiality. Everything discussed in coaching sessions, through email or through texting is strictly confidential. Esther is obligated to report any abuse.
Your rights
Access and correction
You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and request corrections if necessary.
Opt-out
You can opt out of receiving emails or SMS messages from us at any time. For emails, click the “unsubscribe” link in any email. For SMS, reply “STOP” to any message.
Data deletion
You can request that we delete your personal information from our systems, subject to certain legal obligations.
Children’s privacy
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.
Any minors receiving health information or coaching sessions with Esther are expected to be with a parent or guardian.
Changes to this privacy policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact us
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy, please contact us at esther@healthwithhashimotos.com.