The Short Version

I don't collect unnecessary data. I don't sell your information. I only use your contact information if you specifically ask me to by running a scan or filling out a contact form.

What Information I Collect

When You Run an Accessibility Scan

When you use the free website scanner, I collect:

The URL you submit - So I can scan your website
Your email address (optional) - Only if you choose to receive your scan results via email
Basic analytics - What pages you visit, how long you stay, general location (city/state level, not precise)

I do NOT collect: Credit card information, passwords, personal identification numbers, or any sensitive data from your website.

When You Contact Me

If you fill out a contact form or book a consultation call, I collect:

Your name
Your email address
Your phone number (if you provide it)
Your message or inquiry
Your website URL (if relevant)

Automatically Collected Information

Like most websites, I automatically collect:

Browser information - Type of browser, device type
IP address - General location information (city/state, not your home address)
Cookies - Small files that help the site work properly

How I Use Your Information

I use your information only for:

Providing Services

Running accessibility scans on the URLs you submit
Sending you scan results (if you opted in)
Responding to your inquiries
Scheduling and conducting consultation calls
Providing accessibility remediation services

Improving the Website

Understanding which pages are most useful
Fixing technical issues
Making the site more accessible (ironic if I didn't)

Communication

Responding to your specific questions or consultation requests
Following up on scan results if you requested it
Sending occasional updates about accessibility law changes (only if you opted in)

What I Don't Do With Your Information

I do NOT:

Sell your information to third parties
Share your data with marketers
Send spam or unsolicited emails
Use your data for anything you didn't explicitly consent to
Store payment information (payment processing is handled by secure third-party processors)

How Long I Keep Your Information

Scan results: 90 days, then automatically deleted
Contact form submissions: Kept until the inquiry is resolved, then deleted within 1 year
Client project data: Kept for the duration of the project plus 2 years for warranty/support purposes
Analytics data: Aggregated and anonymized after 90 days

Third-Party Services I Use

To operate this website and provide services, I use the following third-party tools:

Google Lighthouse API

Used to perform accessibility scans. When you submit a URL, it goes to Google's Lighthouse service to generate the report. Google may temporarily process the URL according to their own privacy policy.

Analytics Tools

I use privacy-focused analytics to understand site usage. These tools collect anonymized data about page views and user behavior.

Email Service Provider

If you opt to receive scan results via email, your email address is processed through my email service provider to deliver those results.

Payment Processors

If you hire me for services, payment is processed through secure third-party processors (like Stripe or PayPal). I never see or store your full credit card information.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your data - Request a copy of what information I have about you
Correct your data - Ask me to update incorrect information
Delete your data - Request that I delete your information
Opt out - Stop receiving emails or communications from me
Export your data - Get a copy of your data in a portable format

To exercise any of these rights, just email me at [your email address].

Cookies

This website uses cookies for:

Essential functionality - Making the site work properly
Analytics - Understanding which pages are visited
Preferences - Remembering your settings

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features of the site may not work properly.

Security

I take reasonable precautions to protect your information, including:

SSL encryption for all data transmitted to and from the site
Secure hosting with reputable providers
Regular security updates and monitoring
Limited access to data (only me, not a team of people)

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. I do my best, but I can't guarantee absolute security.

Children's Privacy

This website is not intended for children under 13. I don't knowingly collect information from children. If you believe I've accidentally collected information from a child, please contact me immediately.

Changes to This Policy

I may update this privacy policy from time to time. When I do, I'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top. If there are significant changes, I'll notify you via email (if I have your email) or a prominent notice on the website.

California Privacy Rights

If you're a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to know if your information is sold or shared
Right to opt out of the sale of your information
Right to deletion
Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

I do not sell your personal information.

Contact Me

If you have questions about this privacy policy or how I handle your data, contact me at:

Email: info@houstonwebcompliance.com
Location: Baytown, Texas

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