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Information
Collection and Use
THT.net is the sole owner of the information collected on this site.
We will not sell, share, or rent this information to others in ways
different from what is disclosed in this statement. THT.net collects
information from our users at several different points on our website.
Registration
In order to use our services, a user must first complete the registration
form. During registration a user is required to give their contact
information (such as name and e-mail address). This information
is used to contact the user about the services on our site for which
they have expressed interest. It is optional for the user to provide
demographic information (such as income level and gender), and unique
identifiers (such as social security number), but encouraged so
we can provide a more personalized experience on our site.
Order
We request information from the user on our order form. Here a user
must provide contact information (like name and shipping address)
and financial information (like credit card number, expiration date).
This information is used for billing purposes and to fill customers
orders. If we have trouble processing an order, this contact information
is used to get in touch with the user.
Cookies
A cookie is a piece of data stored on the users hard drive
containing information about the user. Usage of a cookie is in no
way linked to any personally identifiable information while on our
site. Once the user closes their browser, the cookie simply terminates.
For instance, by setting a cookie on our site, the user would not
have to log in a password more than once, thereby saving time while
on our site. If a user rejects the cookie, they may still use our
site. The only drawback to this is that the user will be limited
in some areas of our site. For example, the user will not be able
to participate in any of our Sweepstakes, Contests or monthly Drawings
that take place. Cookies can also enable us to track and target
the interests of our users to enhance the experience on our site.
Some of our business partners use cookies on our site (for example,
advertisers). However, we have no access to or control over these
cookies.
Log
Files
We use IP addresses to analyze trends, administer the site, track
users movement, and gather broad demographic information for
aggregate use. IP addresses are not linked to personally identifiable
information.
Sharing
We will share aggregated demographic information with our partners
and advertisers. This is not linked to any personal information
that can identify any individual person.
Links
This web site contains links to other sites. Please be aware that
we THT.net are not responsible for the privacy practices
of such other sites. We encourage our users to be aware when they
leave our site and to read the privacy statements of each and every
web site that collects personally identifiable information. This
privacy statement applies solely to information collected by this
Web site.
Newsletter
If a user wishes to subscribe to our newsletter, we ask for contact
information such as name and e-mail address.
Surveys
& Contests
From time-to-time our site requests information from users via surveys
or contests. Participation in these surveys or contests is completely
voluntary and the user therefore has a choice whether or not to
disclose this information. Information requested may include contact
information (such as name and shipping address), and demographic
information (such as zip code, age level). Contact information will
be used to notify the winners and award prizes. Survey information
will be used for purposes of monitoring or improving the use and
satisfaction of this site.
Tell-A-Friend
If a user elects to use our referral service for informing a friend
about our site, we ask them for the friends name and e-mail
address. THT.net will automatically send the friend a one-time e-mail
inviting them to visit the site. THT.net stores this information
for the sole purpose of sending this one-time e-mail The friend
may contact THT.net at webmaster@THT.net to request the removal
of this information from their database.
Security
This website takes every precaution to protect our users information.
When users submit sensitive information via the website, your information
is protected both online and off-line.
When our registration/order form asks users to enter sensitive
information (such as credit card number and/or social security number),
that information is encrypted and is protected with the best encryption
software in the industry - SSL. While on a secure page, such as
our order form, the lock icon on the bottom of Web browsers such
as Netscape Navigator and Microsoft Internet Explorer becomes locked,
as opposed to un-locked, or open, when you are just surfing.
To learn more about SSL, follow this link http://ca.search.yahoo.com/search/ca?p=ssl&y=on.
If you have any questions about the security at our website, you
can send an e-mail to webmaster@THT.net.
Special
Offers
We send all new members a welcoming e-mail to verify password and
username. Established members will occasionally receive information
on products, services, special deals, and a newsletter. Out of respect
for the privacy of our users we present the option to not receive
these types of communications. Please see our choice and opt-out
below.
Site
and Service Updates
We also send the user site and service announcement updates. Members
are not able to un-subscribe from service announcements, which contain
important information about the service. We communicate with the
user to provide requested services and in regards to issues relating
to their account via e-mail or phone.
Correction/Updating
Personal Information:
If a users personally identifiable information changes (such
as your zip code), or if a user no longer desires our service, we
will endeavor to provide a way to correct, update or remove that
users personal data provided to us. This can usually be done
at the member information page or by emailing our Customer
Support.
Choice/Opt-out
Our users are given the opportunity to opt-out of having
their information used for purposes not directly related to our
site at the point where we ask for the information. For example,
our order form has an opt-out mechanism so users who
buy a product from us, but dont want any marketing material,
can keep their e-mail address off of our lists.
Users who no longer wish to receive our newsletter or promotional
materials from our partners may opt-out of receiving these communications
by replying to unsubscribe in the subject line in the e-mail or
e-mail us at webmaster@THT.net.
Users of our site are always notified when their information is
being collected by any outside parties. We do this so our users
can make an informed choice as to whether they should proceed with
services that require an outside party, or not.
Notification
of Changes
If we decide to change our privacy policy, we will post those changes
on our Homepage so our users are always aware of what information
we collect, how we use it, and under circumstances, if any, we disclose
it. If at any point we decide to use personally identifiable information
in a manner different from that stated at the time it was collected,
we will notify users by way of an e-mail. Users will have a choice
as to whether or not we use their information in this different
manner. We will use information in accordance with the privacy policy
under which the information was collected.
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