This privacy policy has been compiled to better
serve those who are concerned with how their Personally
Identifiable Information (PII) is being used online. PII, as
described in US privacy law and information security, is information
that can be used on its own or with other information to identify,
contact, or locate a single person, or to identify an individual in
context. Please read our privacy policy carefully to get a clear
understanding of how we collect, use, protect or otherwise handle
your PII in accordance with our business practice.
Is there a client specific Privacy Policy?
Yes, for clients of Heather Tucker, LPC, PC, refer to the client documentation.
What personal information do we collect from
the people that visit our blog, website or app?
We do not collect information from visitors of
our site or other details to help you with your experience.
When do we collect information?
We collect device access information from you
when you access the website (browser, screen resolution and
location).
How do we use your information?
To improve our website in order to better serve
you.
How do we protect your information?
Our website is scanned on a regular basis for
security holes and known vulnerabilities in order to make your visit
to our site as safe as possible. We do not use Malware Scanning and
we do not use an SSL certificate. We only provide articles and
information. We never ask for personal or private information like
names, email addresses, or credit card numbers.
Do we use 'cookies'?
Yes. Cookies are small files that a site or its
service provider transfers to your computer's hard drive through
your Web browser (if you allow) that enables the site's or service
provider's systems to recognize your browser and capture and
remember certain information. We use cookies to help us compile
aggregate data about site traffic and site interaction so that we
can offer better site experiences and tools in the future.
We use cookies to:
Compile aggregate data about site traffic and
site interactions in order to offer better site experiences and
tools in the future. We may also use trusted third-party services
that track this information on our behalf. You can choose to have
your computer warn you each time a cookie is being sent, or you can
choose to turn off all cookies. You do this through your browser
settings. Since browser is a little different, look at your
browser's Help Menu to learn the correct way to modify your cookies.
If you turn cookies off, some features will be disabled. It won't
affect the user's experience that make your site experience more
efficient and may not function properly.
Third-party disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer to
outside parties your Personally Identifiable Information.
Third-party links
We do not include or offer third-party products
or services on our website.
Google
Google's advertising requirements can be summed up by Google's Advertising Principles. They are put in place to provide a positive experience for users. https://support.google.com/adwordspolicy/answer/1316548?hl=en
We use do not use Google AdSense Advertising on
our website. We use Google's Display Network Impression Reporting
Opting out:
Users can set preferences for how Google advertises to you using the
Google Ad Settings page. Alternatively, you can opt out by visiting
the Network Advertising Initiative Opt Out page or by using the
Google Analytics Opt Out Browser add on.
California Online Privacy Protection Act
CalOPPA is the first state law in the nation to require commercial websites and online services to post a privacy policy. The law's reach stretches well beyond California to require any person or company in the United States (and conceivably the world) that operates websites collecting Personally Identifiable Information from California consumers to post a conspicuous privacy policy on its website stating exactly the information being collected and those individuals or companies with whom it is being shared. - See more at: http://consumercal.org/california-online-privacy-protection-act-caloppa/#sthash.0FdRbT51.dpuf
According to CalOPPA, we agree to the
following:
Users can visit our site anonymously.
Once this privacy policy is created, we will add a link to it on our
home page or as a minimum, on the first significant page after
entering our website. Our Privacy Policy link includes the word
'Privacy' and can be easily be found on the page specified above.
You will be notified of any
Privacy Policy changes: On our Privacy Policy Page
Can change your personal
information: By emailing us
How does our site handle Do Not Track
signals?
We honor Do Not Track signals and Do Not Track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track (DNT) browser mechanism is in place.
Does our site allow third-party
behavioral tracking?
It's also important to note that we do
not allow third-party behavioral tracking
Children Online Privacy Protection
Act (COPPA)
When it comes to the collection of
personal information from children under the age of 13 years old,
the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) puts parents in
control. The Federal Trade Commission, United States' consumer
protection agency, enforces the COPPA Rule, which spells out what
operators of websites and online services must do to protect
children's privacy and safety online.
We do not specifically market to children
under the age of 13 years old.
Fair Information Practices
The Fair Information Practices Principles
form the backbone of privacy law in the United States and the
concepts they include have played a significant role in the
development of data protection laws around the globe. Understanding
the Fair Information Practice Principles and how they should be
implemented is critical to comply with the various privacy laws that
protect personal information.
In order to be in line with Fair
Information Practices we will take the following responsive action,
should a data breach occur:
We will notify you via email:
Within 7 business days
We also agree to the Individual Redress
Principle which requires that individuals have the right to legally
pursue enforceable rights against data collectors and processors who
fail to adhere to the law. This principle requires not only that
individuals have enforceable rights against data users, but also
that individuals have recourse to courts or government agencies to
investigate and/or prosecute non-compliance by data processors.
CAN-SPAM Act
The CAN-SPAM Act is a law that sets the
rules for commercial email, establishes requirements for commercial
messages, gives recipients the right to have emails stopped from
being sent to them, and spells out tough penalties for violations.
We do not collect your email address or
any other PII related information.
4297 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Suite 204
Colorado Springs, CO 80918