Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 6/3/2025

Dr. Sean Hashmi, MD (“the Company,” “we,” or “us”) is committed to respecting your privacy and protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) describes how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information about visitors to our website www.seanhashmimd.com (“the Site”), subscribers to our newsletter, individuals who engage with us on social media, and anyone who uses our resources or services.

Your use of the Site and any communications or services with us means you accept and consent to the practices described in this Policy. Please review this Policy regularly as it may change from time to time.

1. Important Information

We may update this Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The most current version will always be posted on our Site with the “Last Updated” date at the top. By using our Site, you agree to the terms of the latest version of this Policy.

2. No Doctor-Patient Relationship

Use of our Site and services, newsletter subscriptions, and engagement with us on social media do not establish a doctor-patient relationship. Information on the Site or in communications is for educational and informational purposes only, and should never be considered medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for advice specific to your needs.

3. What Information We Collect

We collect information directly from you, automatically through your device, and from third-party sources:

A. Personal Information

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, mailing address, phone number.

  • Account Information: If you register or create an account, we may collect usernames and passwords.

  • Newsletter/Subscription Information: Information you provide when subscribing to newsletters or services.

  • Payment Information: If you purchase products or services, we may collect payment details (processed securely by third-party providers).

  • Communications: Records of emails or messages sent to us.

B. Automatically Collected Information

  • Device and Usage Data: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, referring/exit pages, and usage statistics.

  • Cookies & Tracking Technologies: Our Site uses cookies, web beacons, analytics (such as Google Analytics), and similar technologies to improve user experience, track usage, and deliver relevant content.

C. Social Media and Third Parties

  • Social Media: If you interact with us on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, or X (Twitter), your social profile information (depending on your settings) may be accessible to us.

  • Other Sources: We may collect information from business partners, affiliates, service providers, and public sources.

4. How We Use Your Information

We (or service providers acting on our behalf) use your personal information to:

  • Provide and improve our Site, newsletter, and services.

  • Communicate with you, including responding to inquiries and sending updates or newsletters.

  • Personalize your experience and deliver relevant content.

  • Process transactions and payments (if applicable).

  • Analyze usage of our Site and improve our offerings.

  • Market our services and send you promotional materials (you can opt out anytime).

  • Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or unlawful activity.

  • Comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual requirements.

  • Other purposes described to you at the time of collection or with your consent.

5. Marketing and Communications

We may send you marketing communications and newsletters about new content, resources, products, or services. You can unsubscribe at any time by following the instructions in our emails or by contacting us.

6. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following ways:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist with operating our Site, providing services (such as email delivery, payment processing, analytics), or supporting our business.

  • Affiliates: With our affiliated organizations for purposes consistent with this Policy.

  • Legal Requirements: To comply with laws, respond to lawful requests, protect our rights, or ensure the safety of our users.

  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new owner.

  • Aggregated/De-identified Data: Information that cannot identify you personally may be shared for research or analysis.

  • With Your Consent: For any other purpose disclosed to you and to which you have agreed.

7. Your Choices and Rights

  • Marketing Emails: You may opt out of promotional emails at any time.

  • Cookies: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings; disabling cookies may limit your use of some features.

  • Google Analytics: Learn more about how Google uses data here and how to opt out here.

  • Access/Correction: You may request access to, correction, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us.

  • State & International Rights: California, Virginia, Nevada, EU/UK/Swiss, and Canadian residents may have additional rights (see below).

8. Links to Third-Party Websites

Our Site may contain links to external websites not controlled by us. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies.

9. Special Notices

A. California Residents

  • CCPA Rights: You may request details about personal information collected, request deletion, or opt-out of sale/sharing of personal data. Contact us at [insert contact email] to exercise these rights.

B. Virginia, Nevada, and Other U.S. State Residents

  • You may have similar rights under your state’s privacy laws. Contact us for more details.

C. EU, UK, Swiss, and Canadian Residents

  • GDPR Rights: You may access, rectify, delete, or restrict your data. You may also object to certain uses or request data portability. Contact us to exercise these rights.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to remove it.

11. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

12. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy or as required by law.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. Changes take effect when posted. Please review it regularly.

14. Contact Us

If you have questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your information, please contact:

Sean Hashmi, MD

Attn: Privacy Team 25887 Crown Valley Pkwy

Laguna Niguel, CA, 92677

Email: hello@seanhashmimd.com

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