Privacy Policy for Houston Regional Veterans Chamber of Commerce (HRVCC)
Effective Date: April 13, 2026
Thank you for visiting https://hrvcc.org/ (“Site”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, with whom we share it, and the choices you can make about your data when you use our Site or interact with HRVCC.
1. Definitions
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“Personal Information” means information that identifies you personally, such as your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, and other contact details.
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“Non-Personal Information” means information that does not personally identify you, such as aggregated website usage data, analytics, and cookies.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect information in the following ways:
A. Information You Provide Directly
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When you sign up for newsletters
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When you contact us via forms (e.g., contact, survey, or membership forms)
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When you make a donation
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When you register for events or webinars
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When you submit content or resources
Common data includes your name, email address, phone number, organization, and any other information you choose to share.
All financial transactions are processed through secure third-party payment processors. HRVCC does not store full credit card information on its servers.
B. Automatically Collected Information
We and our service providers may automatically collect non-personal information, such as:
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IP address
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Browser type
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Pages visited
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Time spent on the Site
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Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Cookies help us understand how users interact with our Site so we can improve user experience. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may affect Site functionality.
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and support our outreach efforts. By continuing to use this Site, you consent to our use of cookies. You may disable cookies in your browser settings at any time.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for purposes such as:
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Delivering requested communications (newsletters, event notices, confirmations)
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Providing support and responding to inquiries
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Processing donations and issuing receipts
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Improving our website, services, and resources
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Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
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Analyzing trends and Site usage for internal evaluation
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. If you are a resident of a state with specific privacy rights, you may contact us to exercise your applicable rights under law.
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share personal information only in limited scenarios:
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With third-party service providers who help us operate the Site and administer programs (e.g., email platforms, donation processors)
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When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
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With your explicit consent for a specific purpose
All third parties are expected to use your information only as permitted by us and consistent with this policy.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical precautions to protect personal information. However, no data transmission over the Internet is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children 13 or younger.
7. Your Choices
You may:
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Opt out of receiving communications from us at any time by using the unsubscribe link or contacting us directly.
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Access, correct, update, or delete your personal data by contacting HRVCC (details below).
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may periodically update this policy as needed. If we make material changes, we will revise the “Effective Date” and post the revised policy on the Site.
9. Contact Information
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding your privacy or this policy, you can contact us at:
Email: VetBiz@hrvcc.org
Mail: 1201 Fannin Street, Suite 262, Houston, TX 77002
Mail: 1201 Fannin Street, Suite 262, Houston, TX 77002