Privacy Policy for New Horizons Computer Learning Centers, Inc. Websites
(Effective 12/29/04)

Introduction

This privacy policy applies to the New Horizons Computer Learning Center, Inc. locations in Houston, Texas and Lafayette, Louisiana (http://www.nhhouston.com, http://www.nhalfayette.com, http://www.nhlaf.com), collectively "NH Website".   If you have questions or concerns regarding this statement, you should first contact privacy.policy@nhhouston.com or privacy.policy@nhlafayette.com.

For privacy information of other New Horizons websites, some of which are linked from this website, please consult the privacy policies of those sites. A good place to start is the privacy policy on the New Horizons corporate site: http://www.newhorizons.com/content/terms.aspx?id=307.

This policy is to make you aware as to what type of information is gathered and tracked, what the information is for, and with whom the information is shared.

Information Gathered and How it is Used

There are areas in which you can browse on the NH Website without giving us personal information. However, there are certain elective areas of the NH Website, where, prior to entry, you will be asked for personal information to correspond with you, provide service and support, present a more personalized experience as you navigate the sites, process your orders, or supply you with requested information. The NH Website may ask for the following information: user's first and last name, email address, mailing address, phone number and center location preference when collecting information through the registration process (or new member registration form) which allows access to the NH Website. The site also provides the ability to request information and this Information Request Form will also ask for personal information from you. The information you provide through the Information Request Form is shared with the Affiliate or Franchise center the user has specified to engage in transactions or provide future services. We require that the Franchise centers and Affiliates agree to abide by the restrictions on use and disclosure of personal information set out in this Privacy Policy. If you submit Personal Information in response to a Career Opportunity, please be advised that your personal information will be distributed within the company so that the hiring manager can contact you and potentially discuss an employment opportunity with you.

With Whom New Horizons Shares Information

Unless New Horizons has your permission or is required by law, New Horizons will not sell, rent, lease or otherwise provide your personal information to others from ways different than stated in this privacy statement.

Please remember that when you submit information to a discussion group or some other public forum, the information submitted will be deemed public information and will not be considered confidential.

Cookies and Other Technologies

The NH Website may collect anonymous information from your communication connection itself, which consists of network routing, equipment information like browser type, date, and time. Our system will also search your computer to see if there are "cookies" previously set by the NH Website. A cookie is a piece of data stored on the user's computer tied to information about the user.

The data we collect from "Cookie" technology on our site contains no personal information and is used in the aggregate to improve our services, product offerings and Website content.

We also use cookies to keep track of your personalization options so that we can deliver content specific to your interests each time you visit us. These cookies are not tied to your personal information.

We do not offer an opt-out on our site for cookies, however browsers do provide you with information and control over cookies. You are not able to disable the cookie feature on this site.

Choice/Opt-out

If you decide to submit an Information Request Form, you will occasionally receive information on products, services, or special deals through announcement messages or newsletters. If you do not wish to receive our marketing materials and promotion communications, you may opt-out when submitting your personal information by sending us an email at webmaster@nhhouston.com or webmaster@nhlafayette.com. If you chose to opt out please be advised that you will not be able to access the Integrated Learning Manager.

Links

We occasionally place links to relevant, outside resources within the NH Website. Be aware New Horizons is not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of such other sites. If you do not want your information to be used, do not click on the links. Third party links include learning centers outside the United States on the NH Website.

Security

Only employees who need the information to perform a specific job (for example, a customer service representative) are granted access to personally identifiable information. Our employees must use password-protected screen-savers when they leave their desk. When they return, they must re-enter their password to re-gain access to user information. Furthermore, all employees are kept up-to-date on our security and privacy practices.

Legal Disclaimer

We reserve the right to disclose your personally identifiable information as required by a court of competent jurisdiction and/or when we believe that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights and/or comply with any judicial proceeding, court order.

Policy Updates

We may update this policy from time to time, to ensure we are using, collecting, and provide information in the same manner that is disclosed. If we decide to use personal information in a manner different than disclosed, we will promptly post any material changes on our NH home page 30 days before implementing them, thus providing you an opportunity to opt-out, if you determine that you are no longer interested in allowing access to your personal information.

Contact Information

Questions or suggestions regarding this statement, the practices of this site, or any experience while visiting this Website should be directed to: