Last Updated: December 19, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how My Healing Shift (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and protects your information when you visit our website https://myhealingshift.blog/.
1. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
1.1 Information You Provide
- Comments: When you leave a comment on our blog, we collect your name, email address, and comment content.
- Email Subscriptions: If you subscribe to our newsletter or email list, we collect your email address and name (if provided).
- Contact Forms: If you contact us through our website, we collect the information you provide in your message.
1.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors use our site, including:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on site
- Referring websites
- Device type and browser
- Geographic location (city/country level)
- IP address (anonymized)
- Cookies: We use cookies to enhance your experience and analyze site traffic.
- Log Files: Our web hosting provider automatically collects IP addresses, browser types, and timestamps for security purposes.
2. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide and improve our website content.
- Respond to your comments and questions.
- Send you newsletter updates (if you subscribe).
- Analyze website traffic and user behavior.
- Prevent spam and protect website security.
- Comply with legal obligations.
3. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
3.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences and understand how you use our site.
3.2 Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Required for website functionality, remembering your consent preferences, and enabling security features.
- Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics): Track page views and user interactions to help us improve content and user experience.
- Advertising Cookies (If Applicable): May be used by affiliate partners (Amazon, iHerb, etc.) to track clicks on affiliate links and enable commission tracking for purchases.
3.3 How to Control Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
To opt out of Google Analytics, visit: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
4. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
We use the following third-party services that may collect information:
4.1 Google Services
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and visitor behavior.
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Google Search Console: Monitors website performance in Google Search.
4.2 Security Services
- Wordfence Security: Protects our website from malicious activity and may collect IP addresses for security purposes.
- Privacy Policy: https://www.wordfence.com/privacy-policy/
4.3 Affiliate Programs
We participate in various affiliate programs. When you click on affiliate links, the following companies may collect information regarding clicks and purchases:
- Amazon Associates: Privacy Notice: https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?nodeId=GX7NJQ4ZB8MHFRNJ
- iHerb Affiliates: Privacy Policy: https://www.iherb.com/info/privacy
- Other Affiliate Partners: We may partner with other companies whose privacy policies govern their data collection.
DISCLOSURE: We may earn a commission if you make a purchase through our affiliate links, at no additional cost to you.
4.4 Hosting Provider
Our website is hosted by a third-party provider who may have access to server logs and technical data for hosting and security purposes.
5. HOW WE PROTECT YOUR INFORMATION
We implement security measures to protect your personal information, including:
- SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission.
- Firewall protection (Wordfence Security).
- Regular security monitoring and updates.
- Password-protected admin access.
- Limited access to personal data.
However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your information.
6. DATA RETENTION
We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.
- Comments: Retained indefinitely unless you request deletion.
- Email Addresses: Retained until you unsubscribe.
- Analytics Data: Retained according to Google Analytics settings (typically 26 months).
- Log Files: Typically retained for 30-90 days.
7. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
7.1 Access and Correction
You have the right to access and correct your personal information. Contact us to request a copy of your data or to update incorrect information.
7.2 Deletion
You can request deletion of your personal information by contacting us. Note that we may need to retain certain information for legal or administrative purposes.
7.3 Opt-Out
- Email Communications: Unsubscribe using the link in our emails.
- Comments: Request deletion of your comments.
- Analytics: Use browser settings or Google Analytics opt-out.
7.4 Do Not Track
Some browsers have “Do Not Track” features. We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can control cookies through your browser settings.
8. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
9. INTERNATIONAL USERS
Our website is operated from the Philippines. If you are accessing our site from outside the Philippines, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the Philippines or other countries where our service providers are located.
By using our website, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws.
10. CALIFORNIA PRIVACY RIGHTS (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to Know: Request information about data we collect, use, and share.
- Right to Delete: Request deletion of your personal information.
- Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information).
- Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.
To exercise these rights, contact us at myhealingshift@gmail.com.
11. GDPR COMPLIANCE (EUROPEAN USERS)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Legal Basis for Processing: We process your data based on consent, legitimate interests, or legal obligations.
- Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data.
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data.
- Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data.
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format.
- Right to Object: Object to processing of your data.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time.
To exercise these rights or if you have concerns, contact us or your local data protection authority.
12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new “Last Updated” date.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. CONTACT US
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Website: https://myhealingshift.blog/
Email: myhealingshift@gmail.com
Response Time: We aim to respond within 7 business days.
CONSENT
By using our website, you consent to this Privacy Policy and our collection and use of information as described herein.
Medical & Professional Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor, licensed therapist, counselor, or qualified financial professional. The content and information provided throughout this website and within this article are intended strictly for educational and informational purposes only. This material should not under any circumstances be interpreted or utilized as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, mental health counseling, or professional financial planning and legal counsel. Always consult with a certified healthcare provider or qualified professional regarding any specific physical, mental, or financial concerns you may have.