Thank you for interacting with Associated Builders and Contractors of Texas Inc. (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. If you have any questions or concerns about this policy or our practices regarding your personal information, please contact us here.

When you visit our website, abctexas.org, and use our services, you trust us with your personal information. We take your privacy very seriously. This privacy policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have in relation to it. If you do not agree with any terms in this policy, please discontinue use of our website and services. This policy applies to all information collected through abctexas.org and any related services, sales, events, or communications.

Information We Collect

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you express interest in obtaining information about our programs or services, register for events, complete forms, make payments, or otherwise contact us. This information may include your name, mailing address, email address, phone number, employer or company information, login credentials, and payment information. We may also collect publicly available personal information that you choose to share with us.

In addition, certain information is automatically collected when you visit our website. This may include your IP address, browser and device characteristics, operating system, referring URLs, language preferences, pages viewed, time spent on pages, and other usage data. We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store this information for analytics and performance purposes.

How We Use Your Information

We process your information based on legitimate organizational interests, compliance with legal obligations, fulfillment of contracts, or your consent. We use the information we collect to provide and manage our services, process event registrations and payments, communicate with you about programs and initiatives, respond to inquiries, request feedback, improve website functionality, and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. You may opt out of communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions provided in our messages.

Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with trusted third-party vendors, service providers, contractors, or agents who perform services on our behalf, such as website hosting, email delivery, payment processing, or analytics. These parties are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for authorized purposes. We may also disclose information if required to do so by law or if necessary to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies, web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies to collect and store information about your interaction with our website. These technologies help us analyze website traffic, improve user experience, and measure the effectiveness of communications. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies if you prefer.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When personal information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Information from Minors

Our website and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we learn that such information has been collected, we will take appropriate steps to delete it.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to request access, correction, or deletion of your information. To exercise any applicable rights, please contact us here.

Do-Not-Track Signals

Some web browsers include a Do-Not-Track feature that signals your preference not to have online activity tracked. At this time, we do not respond to Do-Not-Track signals, as there is no consistent industry standard governing such responses.

California Residents

California residents may have additional rights under applicable law, including the right to request information about certain disclosures of personal information to third parties for direct marketing purposes.

Text Messaging Terms

If you provide your phone number and opt in to receive communications, you consent to receive SMS or MMS messages from Associated Builders and Contractors of Texas Inc. Message and data rates may apply. You may opt out at any time by replying STOP to any message.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. The most current version will always be available on abctexas.org.