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Can I use MailerLite and be HIPAA compliant? (2025 update)

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MailerLite is an easy-to-use email marketing platform that offers tools for creating, sending, and analyzing email campaigns.

With MailerLite, organizations can design customized email campaigns, automate workflows, and track performance metrics. This enables them to optimize their email marketing strategies, enhance audience engagement, and achieve better marketing results.

Is MailerLite HIPAA compliant? No, based on our research, MailerLite may not be HIPAA compliant. 

 

Will MailerLite sign a business associate agreement (BAA)?

No, MailerLite will not sign a business associate agreement and therefore is not HIPAA compliant.

 

Conclusion

MailerLite does not sign a BAA and is, therefore, not HIPAA compliant.

Learn more: HIPAA Compliant Email: The Definitive Guide

 

FAQS

What is a business associate agreement?

A business associate agreement (BAA) is a legally binding contract establishing a relationship between a covered entity under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and its business associates. The purpose of this agreement is to ensure the proper protection of personal health information (PHI) as required by HIPAA regulations.

 

What is HIPAA?

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) sets national standards for protecting the privacy and security of certain health information, known as protected health information (PHI).

HIPAA is designed to protect the privacy and security of individuals’ health information and to ensure that healthcare providers and insurers can securely exchange electronic health information. Violations of HIPAA can result in significant fines and penalties for covered entities.

 

Who does HIPAA apply to?

HIPAA applies to covered entities, which include healthcare providers, health plans, and healthcare clearinghouses. It also applies to business associates of these covered entities. These are entities that perform certain functions or activities on behalf of the covered entity.

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