Houston Hope

Security and Privacy Policy

Houston Hope utilizes several technical mechanisms and policies to protect its website and safeguard the privacy of individuals and organizations utilizing it.

When you use the Internet, most web sites automatically receive some anonymous information. This data may include a record of which pages a Web browser (your computer) has visited. Houston Hope servers log this usage data, but the data is NEVER associated with any personal information that would allow Houston Hope to identify specific individuals or what specific pages are visited.

Disclosure

Houston Hope will not sell, trade, or disclose to third parties any personal information derived from the registration for or use of a Houston Hope service -- including names and addresses -- without the consent of the user (except as required by subpoena, search warrant, or other legal process or in the case of imminent physical harm to the user or others). Personal information which a visitor provides to Houston Hope to order and/or use Houston Hope services will be protected just as if the information had been provided under more traditional ways of ordering or receiving that service.

Security

Houston Hope follows strict policy guidelines to safeguard the privacy of personal information from unauthorized access or improper use. We are committed to following "best practice" whenever possible to protect individual privacy and safeguard personal information.

Appropriate Use

Houston Hope may use personal information to investigate and help prevent potentially unlawful activity or activity that threatens the organization or otherwise violates Houston Hope’s “Acceptable Use Policy” for that service.

Copyright Protection

All materials appearing on www.HoustonHope.org and other associated websites are the property of Houston Hope, unless otherwise indicated, and are protected by the copyright laws. Any reproduction or distribution, except for personal or informational use, is a violation of our copyright.

Trademark Protection

Houston Hope® and the Houston Hope logo are registered service/trademarks of Houston Hope.  All other trademarks referred to on www.houstonhope.org and other associated websites are service/trademarks of their respective owners.

HoustonHope.org

The Houston Hope website (www.HoustonHope.org) and other related websites included within the same domain are for general audiences. The sites contain links to other websites and servers. Houston Hope is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of such websites. Once linked to another site, users are subject to the privacy policies of the new site.

HoustonHope.org Financial Security

The Houston Hope website has security measures in place to protect the loss, misuse, and alteration of the information under our control. We work with www.eTapestry.com to provide a safe and secure environment for credit card donations.