Introduction

Welcome to Mahastar. This HIPAA Notice explains how any health-related information, if collected or processed through our website or services, is handled in accordance with applicable privacy and data protection standards. While our store is not a healthcare provider and is not primarily subject to HIPAA as a Covered Entity, we are committed to maintaining the privacy and security of any sensitive personal information you may share.

Scope of This Notice

This notice applies only to situations where health-related or sensitive personal information is voluntarily provided by a customer, such as during communication, support requests, or product-related inquiries. It does not apply to general browsing activity or standard e-commerce transactions unless such information is explicitly shared by the user.

Information Handling

If any health-related information is received, it is treated with strict confidentiality and used only for the purpose of addressing the specific request or support inquiry. We do not use such information for marketing purposes, profiling, or unrelated business activities.

Data Protection and Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect any sensitive information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Access to such information is limited only to authorized personnel who require it to perform their duties.

Information Sharing

We do not sell or share any health-related or sensitive personal information with third parties. In limited cases, information may be shared with service providers strictly for operational purposes, such as payment processing or order fulfillment, and only when necessary.

Data Retention

Any sensitive information that may be collected is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purpose for which it was provided or as required by applicable legal or operational obligations. After that, it is securely deleted or anonymized.

User Responsibility

Users are advised not to submit unnecessary sensitive health information while interacting with our website. Any information shared is provided voluntarily and should be limited to what is required for support or service assistance.

Policy Updates

We reserve the right to update or modify this HIPAA Notice at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on Mahastar and will become effective immediately upon posting.