Data Deletion Policy

Effective Date: 17/03/2025

Last Updated: 17/03/2025

1. Introduction

This Data Deletion Policy explains how hilltopwomensreproductive.com ("we," "us," or "our") handles requests to delete personal data collected from users of our Facebook application and related services (collectively, the "Service"). By using our Service, you agree to the terms of this Policy.

2. Scope

This Policy applies to all users of our Service who have provided personal information to us. It outlines:

How users can request deletion of their data,
The manner in which we process such requests, and
Our practices for retaining or destroying data in compliance with U.S. federal and state laws (including, but not limited to, the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA") where applicable).

3. How to Request Data Deletion

Submit Your Request:
- If you wish to delete your personal data, please contact us by email at [email protected].
- In your request, include any identifying information (e.g., the email address you used with our Service) to help us verify your account and locate your data.
Verification:
- We may request additional information to verify your identity and ensure that we are deleting data associated with the correct individual.
- This process helps us protect user accounts from unauthorized deletion requests.

4. Processing Your Request

Confirmation of Receipt:
- After we receive your data deletion request, we will send you an acknowledgment (typically within 5 business days) confirming that we have received your request.
Timeframe for Deletion:
- Once verified, we will delete your personal data from our active databases and systems within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days of confirming your identity, unless we are required to keep your data for legal or regulatory reasons.
Partial Deletion or Retention:
- We may retain certain information if required or permitted by law (e.g., to comply with a legal obligation, to protect our rights, to resolve disputes, or to enforce our agreements). In these cases, we will delete or de-identify any data that is no longer needed for these specific legal or business purposes.

5. What Happens After Deletion

Removal from Live Systems:
- Once the deletion process is complete, your data will be removed from our live systems and active databases.
Backups and Archives:
- Your data may continue to exist in our backup or archival systems for a limited period (e.g., as part of standard disaster recovery protocols). We maintain these backups in a secure environment and will delete or overwrite them in accordance with our regular backup retention schedule.

6. Legal Bases and Exceptions

Certain federal or state laws (e.g., CCPA, HIPAA where applicable, or other U.S. privacy regulations) may grant specific rights or impose obligations regarding data deletion. We will fulfill valid deletion requests in compliance with these laws. However, we may be required to retain certain information for compliance or other lawful purposes (e.g., record-keeping, security, fraud prevention), which may override your deletion request.

7. Children’s Data

We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If you believe we have collected data about a minor under 18, please contact us immediately at [email protected], and we will take steps to remove such information as required by law.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Data Deletion Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Any updates will be indicated by an updated "Effective Date." We encourage you to review this Policy periodically to stay informed of how we handle data deletion requests.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Data Deletion Policy or our overall privacy practices, please reach out to us at:

Email: [email protected]

We are committed to addressing and resolving any issues in a timely and lawful manner.