Privacy policy.

Michelle’s Privacy Policy

The website is owned by Michelle Iankowitz’s company, The Himalia Method LLC, a Texas Limited Liability Company (hereinafter “we,” “us,” or “our”). You, as a visitor and/or user of our website, agree to the following Privacy Policy, and your use of our site constitutes your acceptance to be bound by these terms. Your use of our website, and any information that you contribute or provide to us, is subject to this Privacy Policy, effective as of May 2018.

The following Privacy Policy informs you of how we collect and process your personal data, including that which you provide by voluntarily “opting in” to receive a free resource, subscribing to our list or newsletter, purchasing a product or service, or contacting us via our website, as well as that which we may collect automatically from you based upon your activity on our Website.

We may update these terms from time to time and will provide notice via email of any material changes made to this Privacy Policy. We will not provide notice of minor updates, and acknowledge it is your responsibility to read any updated versions. By continuing to use the site, you agree to be bound by the most current version of this Policy.

Personal Information We Collect

Our website provides several opportunities for you to voluntarily provide us with your personal information in exchange for a free resource, to join our email list, or to contact us. If you “opt in” and provide your personal information, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, and the content of any message you send us. We may also collect personal information from comments, images, or videos you share on our blogs, social media pages, or other platforms. Your decision to provide this information is voluntary and constitutes clear consent for us to collect, process, and retain it.

If you contact us through our website or via other means (email, text, or social media), we may collect your name, contact details, and message content. This data is processed based on our legitimate interest in responding to inquiries and maintaining records of communications.

If you become a customer, we collect additional information—such as your billing address and payment details—to process transactions. Payment information is handled securely through third-party processors, and we do not store or have access to your credit card information.

We may also collect automatic data, including IP address, browser type, usage details, and cookies, to improve functionality, analytics, and marketing.

Lawful Grounds for Processing

We process personal data under lawful grounds consistent with the Texas Business and Commerce Code, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulations, and, where applicable, the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

We rely on legitimate interest, consent, and contractual necessity for data processing. You may withdraw your consent or request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.

How and Why Information Is Collected

We collect your data when you:

  • Voluntarily provide it (e.g., subscribing, purchasing, or completing forms)

  • Interact with our website or ads

  • Engage with us through social media or email

We may also receive data from third parties such as Google Analytics, Facebook, Stripe, and PayPal. We make reasonable efforts to use only vendors compliant with U.S. federal privacy standards and GDPR requirements.

How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to:

  • Deliver requested services or resources

  • Send newsletters, updates, and promotional offers

  • Improve user experience and website performance

  • Process payments securely

  • Communicate updates or policy changes

If you purchase a product, we use your billing data only for that transaction and do not store your payment information.

We may also use non-identifying data (e.g., IP address, traffic patterns) to enhance website performance.

How Information is Stored and Shared

Your data is stored securely through encrypted data management systems and shared only when necessary to:

  • Fulfill transactions

  • Provide technical or legal support

  • Comply with law enforcement or governmental requests

We will never sell or lease your information. All third parties with access to your data are required to maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection regulations applicable in Texas and the U.S.

If The Himalia Method LLC undergoes a sale, merger, or transfer, your information may be included as part of the business assets.

This website and its servers operate within the United States, and Texas state law governs all use, data, and disputes related to this website.

Information Protection & Security

We use commercially reasonable safeguards to protect your data, including Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology. However, no method of transmission is 100% secure.

If a data breach occurs, we will notify affected parties as required by the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA) and relevant federal regulations.

We are not liable for unauthorized access resulting from factors beyond our control.

Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes. You may request deletion at any time.

Your Rights

You may:

  • Access, edit, or delete your personal information

  • Unsubscribe from our emails at any time

  • Request details on how your information is being used

Please direct all requests to:

The Himalia Method LLC
2021 Guadalupe Street Suite 260
Austin, Texas 78705
📧 ask@himalia.com

Children’s Online Privacy Protection (COPPA) Compliance

Our website is intended for users 18 years of age or older. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. If we discover that we have received information from a user under 18, we will delete it immediately.

If you believe a minor has provided us data, please contact us at michelleiankowitz@gmail.com.

Third-Party Links

Our website may link to third-party sites. We are not responsible for their content, policies, or practices. Users are encouraged to review each site’s privacy policy before submitting personal information.

Texas LLC Statutory Reference

The Himalia Method LLC is organized and operates under the Texas Business Organizations Code (BOC), Title 3, Chapter 101, which governs limited liability companies in Texas.
📜 Texas Statutes – Business Organizations Code, Chapter 101

Key statutory provisions include:

  • Section 101.001 et seq. – General definitions and applicability

  • Section 101.052 – Company agreement governs relations among members and internal affairs

  • Subchapter C (Sections 101.101–101.114) – Membership admission, withdrawal, and transfer

  • Subchapter E – Capital contributions and distributions

  • Subchapter M (Sections 101.601 et seq.) – Registered or protected series provisions

The Himalia Method LLC adheres to these statutory requirements and maintains compliance with all applicable Texas state and federal laws.