Online Privacy Policy Agreement

Swonke Family Dentistry (Swonke Dentistry) values its users’ privacy. This Privacy Policy will help you understand how we collect and use personal information from those who visit our website or make use of our facilities and services, and what we will and will not do with the information we collect. Our policy has been designed and created to ensure those affiliated with Swonke Family Dentistry of our commitment and realization of our obligation not only to meet, but to exceed, most existing privacy standards. 

We reserve the right to make changes to this policy at any given time. If you want to make sure that you are up to date with the latest changes, we advise you to frequently visit this page. If at any point in time Swonke Family Dentistry decides to make use of any personally identifiable information on file, in a matter vastly different from that which was stated when this information was initially collected, the user or users shall be notified by email. Users at that time shall have the option ad to whether to permit the use of their information in this separate manner.

This policy applies to Swonke Family Dentistry, and it governs any and all data collection and usage by us. Through the use of www.swonkedentistry.com, you are therefore consenting to the data collection procedures expressed in this Policy. 

Please note that does not govern the collection or use of information by companies that Swonke Family Dentistry does not control, nor by individuals not employed, contracted, or managed by us. If you visit a website we mention or link to, be sure to review its privacy policy before providing the site with information. It is highly suggested and recommended and suggested that you review the privacy policies and statements of any website you choose to use or frequent to better understand the way websites garner, make use if and share the information collected. 

Specifically, this Policy will inform you of the following:

1. What personally identifiable information is collected from you throughout our website;

2. Why we collect personally identifiable information and the legal basis for such collection;

3. How we use the collected information and with whom it may be shared;

4. What choices are available to you regarding the use of your data; and

5. The security procedures in place to protect the misuse of your information. 

Data We Collect

· Information automatically collected when visiting our website, which may include cookies, third party tracking technologies, and server logs.

In addition, Swonke Family Dentistry may have the occasion to collect non-personal anonymous demographic information, such as age, gender, household income, political affiliation, race, and religion, as well as the type of browser you are using., IP address, or type of operating system, which will assist us in providing and maintaining superior quality service. 

Swonke Family Dentistry may also deem it necessary from time to time, to follow websites that our users may frequent to gleam what types of services and products may be the most popular to customers or the general public.

Why We Collect Data and For How Long

· To better understand your needs and provide you with services you have requested;

· To customize our website according to your online behavior and personal preferences.

The data we collect from you will be stored for no longer than necessary. The length of time we retain said data will be determined based upon the following criteria: the length of time your personal information remains relevant; the length of time it is reasonable to keep records to demonstrate that we have fulfilled our duties and obligations; any limitation periods within which claims might be made; any retention periods prescribed by law or recommended by regulators, professional bodies or associations; the type of contract we have with you, the existence of your consent, and our legitimate interest in keeping such information as stated in this Policy.

Use of Data Collected

Swonke Family Dentistry does not now, nor will it in the future, sell, rent, or lease any of its customer lists and/or names to any third parties.  Swonke Family Dentistry may collect and make use of personal information to assist in the operation of our website. Swonke Family Dentistry uses third party social media features including but not limited to Facebook, Instagram, and other interactive programs. These may collect your IP address and require cookies to work properly. These services are governed by the privacy policies of the providers and are not within Swonke Family Dentistry’s control.

Disclosure of Data

Swonke Family Dentistry may not use or disclose the information provided by you except under the following circumstance:

· In other ways described in this policy or to which you have otherwise consented;

· In the aggregate with other information in such a way so that your identity cannot reasonably be determined;

· As required by law, or in response to a subpoena or search warrant;

· To outside auditors who have agreed to keep the information confidential; 

· As necessary to maintain, safeguard, and preserve all the rights and property of Swonke Family Dentistry

Non-Marketing Purposes

Swonke Family Dentistry greatly respects your privacy. We do maintain and reserve the right to contact you if needed for non-marketing purposes (such as bug alerts, security breaches, account issues, and or changes in Swonke Family Dentistry products and services. In certain circumstances, we may use our website, newspaper, or other public means to post a notice.

Children under the age of 13

Swonke Family Dentistry’s website is not directed to, and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of thirteen (13). If it is determined that such information has been inadvertently collected on anyone under the age of thirteen, we shall immediately take the necessary steps to remove that information from our system; or in the alternative, that verifiable parental consent is obtained for the use and storage of such information. Anyone under the age of thirteen must seek parent or guardian permission to use this website.

Opt-Out or Unsubscribe

If you wish to opt-out or unsubscribe from any third-party website, you must go to that specific website to do so.

Links to Other Websites

Our website does contain links to affiliate and other websites. Swonke Family Dentistry does not claim nor accept responsibility for any privacy policies, practices, and/or procedures of other such websites. Therefore, we encourage all users and visitors to be aware when they leave our website and to read the privacy statements of every website that collects personally identifiable information. This Privacy Policy Agreement applies only and solely to the information collected by our website. 

Notice to EU Users

Swonke Family Dentistry operations are located in the U.S. If you provide information to us, , the information will be transferred out of the EU and sent to the U.S. By providing personal information to us, you are consenting to its storage and use as described in this Policy.

Security

Swonke Family Dentistry takes precautions to protect your information. You can verify this by looking for the lock icon in the address bar of the webpage. The company also uses Secure Socket Layer (SSL) for authentication and private communications to build users’ trust and confidence in the internet and website use by providing simple and secure access and communication of personal information.

Acceptance if Terms

By using this website, you are hereby accepting the terms and conditions stipulated within the Privacy Policy Agreement. If you are not in agreement with our terms and conditions, then you should refrain from further use of our sites. In addition, your continued use of our website following the posting of any updates or changes to our terms and conditions shall mean that you agree and are in acceptance of such changes.

How to Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Privacy Policy Agreement related to our website, please feel free to contact us at the following email, telephone number, or mailing address.

Email: info@swonkedentistry.com

Phone: 281-379-1021

Address: 

Swonke Family Dentistry

10103 Louetta 112

Houston, Texas 77070