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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 02/25/2025Effective Date: 02/25/2025

Community Outreach and Development for Autism (CODA) L.C.("we," "us," or "our") operates in Houston, Texas, and is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard the personal information you provide through our website's "Contact Us" form. By using our website, you agree to the terms outlined below.

  1. What We Collect

    When you submit our "Contact Us" form, we collect:

    • Parent/Guardian’s first and last name
    • Email address
    • Phone number
    • ZIP code
    • Child’s birth date
    • Notes (any additional details you choose to share)
    • Insurance information
  2. How We Collect Information

    • Directly From You: Data is provided voluntarily via the "Contact Us" form.

    • Automated Storage: For user convenience, inputs are temporarily stored in your browser’s local storage. This data is:

      • Encrypted on your device using AES encryption with a key derived from your HTTPS session cookie.

      • Automatically cleared upon form submission.

    • hCaptcha Integration: To prevent spam, we use hCaptcha to verify human users. hCaptcha may collect anonymized browser/device data (see hCaptcha’s Privacy Policy).

  3. How We Use Your Information

    We use your data to:

    • Respond to inquiries about ABA therapy services.

    • Assess eligibility for care based on location (ZIP code), insurance, and child’s age.

    • Communicate via email or phone (e.g., scheduling consultations).

    • Improve our services and website experience.

    We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

  4. Data Security

    • Encryption: Data is encrypted client-side (on your device) using AES before storage.

    • Secure Transmission: Information is submitted over HTTPS.

    • Session-Based Storage: Local storage data is tied to your browser session and deleted automatically.

  5. Data Retention

    • Submitted form data is retained only as long as necessary to address your inquiry or as required by law.

    • Unsubmitted/local storage data is cleared as described in Section 2.

  6. Third-Party Services

    • hCaptcha: We use hCaptcha to block automated submissions. It may collect anonymized analytics.

  7. Your Rights

    Under Texas law, you may:

    • Request access to or correction of your personal data.

    • Request deletion of your data (unless retention is legally required).

    • Opt out of communications (via "unsubscribe" links in emails).

    To exercise these rights, contact us at info at codaautism dot org or call us.

  8. Children’s Privacy

    We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13 without parental consent. If you believe a child has provided information without consent, contact us immediately.

  9. Policy Updates

    We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with a revised "Last Updated" date.

  10. Contact Us

    For questions or concerns about this policy, contact:
    Community Outreach and Development for Autism (CODA) L.C.
    info at codaautism dot org
    +1567-400-2632

  11. By checking the "I have read & agree to the Privacy Policy" box, you confirm that you understand and agree to this policy.