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Privacy Policy Texas: Protecting Your Personal Information in the Lone Star State
Privacy has become a major concern for individuals and businesses in today’s digital age. With the increasing use of technology and the internet, our personal information is more vulnerable than ever. As a resident of Texas, it is important to understand how your personal information is being collected, used, and protected within the state.
The Texas Privacy Protection Act (TPPA) was enacted in 2019 to provide additional safeguards for residents’ personal information. This law applies to any entity collecting or storing sensitive personal information from Texans. Sensitive personal information includes social security numbers, financial account numbers, government-issued identification numbers, and biometric data.
Under TPPA, businesses are required to implement reasonable security measures to protect sensitive personal information from unauthorized access or disclosure. This includes implementing encryption software and secure network systems. Businesses must also notify affected individuals in the event of a data breach that compromises their sensitive personal information.
Additionally, under TPPA, consumers have the right to request access to their personal information held by a business and have it corrected if necessary. Consumers can also opt out of having their personal information sold or shared with third parties for marketing purposes.
Apart from TPPA, there are other laws at both the federal and state levels that protect consumer privacy in Texas. The Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), enforced by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), requires websites collecting personal information from children under 13 to obtain parental consent before doing so.
Texas also has its own version of COPPA, the Texas Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). It requires operators of commercial websites or online services directed at children under 13 to post a privacy policy outlining how they collect and use children’s personal information.
In addition to these laws, various industry-specific regulations protect consumer privacy in Texas. For example, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) protects the privacy of personal health information.
Businesses operating in Texas must comply with these laws to ensure the protection of their customers’ personal information. Failure to do so can result in hefty fines and damage to a company’s reputation.
As a resident of Texas, you have rights and protections regarding your personal information. Familiarizing yourself with these laws and understanding how businesses collect, use, and protect your data can help you stay informed and safeguard your privacy in the Lone Star State.
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Who we share your data with
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How long we retain your data
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We store the personal information provided by users who register on our website (if any) in their user profiles. All users can see, edit, or delete their personal information at any time (except they cannot change their username). Website administrators can also see and edit that information.
What rights you have over your data
If you have an account on this site or have left comments, you can request to receive an exported file of the personal data we hold about you, including any data you provided. You can also request that we erase any personal data we hold about you. This does not include any data we must keep for administrative, legal, or security purposes.
Where your data is sent
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