Harford Family House, Inc. is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our website.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us, including but not limited to your name, email address, phone number, and mailing address. This information may be collected when you donate, sign up for our newsletter, contact us, or engage with our services.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information for the following purposes:
- To process donations and provide receipts
- To respond to inquiries and provide support
- To send newsletters and updates about our programs
- To improve our website and services
3. Data Security
We take appropriate security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet-based data transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
4. Data Sharing Policy
Harford Family House does not sell, rent, trade, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes. We may disclose your information only when required by law or necessary to protect our legal rights.
SMS opt-in or phone numbers for the purpose of SMS are not being shared with any third party and affiliate company for marketing purposes.” or include SMS in the information that is not going to be shared or sold.
SMS Terms & Conditions
A- SMS Consent Communication:
Information (Phone Numbers) obtained as part of the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
B- Types of SMS Communications:
If consent has been given to receive text messages from Harford Family House, messages may be received related to the following:
Follow-up messages to emergency shelter or housing inquiries.
C- Message Frequency:
Message frequency may vary depending on the type of communication. For example, up to [X] SMS messages per week may be received related to [housing inquiries].
D- Potential Fees for SMS Messaging:
Standard message and data rates may apply, depending on the carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may vary if the message is sent domestically or internationally.
E- Opt-In Method:
Opt-in to receive SMS messages from Harford Family House can be done in the following ways:
By submitting an online form
By filling out a paper form
F- Opt-Out Method:
Opting out of receiving SMS messages can be done at any time by replying “STOP” to any SMS message received. Alternatively, direct contact can be made to request removal from the messaging list.
G- Help:
For any issues, reply with the keyword HELP. Alternatively, help can be obtained directly from us at info@harfordfamilyhouse.org
Additional Options:
If SMS messages are not desired, the SMS consent box on forms can be left unchecked.
H- Standard Messaging Disclosures:
Message and data rates may apply.
Opt out at any time by texting “STOP.”
For assistance, text “HELP” or visit our [Privacy Policy] and [Terms and Conditions] pages.
Message frequency may vary
5. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, but this may limit certain functionalities of our website.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal information
- Request correction or deletion of your information
- Opt out of receiving communications from us
To exercise these rights, please contact us at marketing@harfordfamilyhouse.org
8. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Harford Family House, Inc.
53 E. Bel Air Avenue
Aberdeen Maryland, 21001
410.273.6700
By using our website, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.