GDPR Compliance Policy

Last Updated: May 12, 2025

At HoustonCover.com, we respect and protect your privacy. This page explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) (EU 2016/679).

1. Who We Are

HoustonCover.com (“we,” “our,” “us”) is a [news / media / service provider – adjust as appropriate]. We are the data controller responsible for your personal data when you use our website and services.

2. What Data We Collect

We collect only the data necessary to provide and improve our services, including:

  • Contact Information: name, email address, phone number (if you choose to submit).

  • Account Details: username, password (if applicable).

  • Usage Data: pages visited, IP address, device type, browser type, time zone, and cookies.

  • Transactional Data: subscription or order history, payment information (processed securely via third-party providers).

  • Communications: messages sent through our contact forms or customer support channels.

3. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

  • Deliver and personalize our website experience.

  • Process subscriptions, payments, and inquiries.

  • Improve website performance and security.

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

  • Send you updates, newsletters, or marketing communications (only if you have opted in).

4. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on:

  • Consent — when you agree to receive newsletters or marketing.

  • Contract — when processing is necessary to provide a service you requested.

  • Legitimate Interest — to improve our website, prevent fraud, and maintain security.

  • Legal Obligation — when required to comply with law or regulations.

5. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

6. Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access – request a copy of the data we hold about you.

  • Rectify – correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

  • Erase – request deletion of your personal data (“right to be forgotten”).

  • Restrict Processing – limit how we use your data.

  • Data Portability – request your data in a machine-readable format.

  • Object – opt out of certain types of processing, including direct marketing.

  • Withdraw Consent – at any time, where processing is based on consent.

To exercise your rights, email us at [email protected].

7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve functionality, analyze site traffic, and deliver a better user experience. You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.

8. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited information with trusted third-party service providers who help us operate the site, process payments, or deliver newsletters — always under strict data protection agreements.

9. International Data Transfers

If we transfer your data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), we ensure appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent legal protections are in place.

10. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures — including encryption, access controls, and regular security audits — to protect your personal data against unauthorized access or misuse.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this GDPR policy or how your data is handled, please contact:

Data Protection Officer
Email: [email protected]
Mail: HoustonCover.com, 1213 Elgin St, Houston, TX 77004, USA