Privacy Policy
Effective date: December 3, 2025
Houston Engineering, Inc. (“HoustonEng.com,” “we,” “us”) respects your privacy. This page explains how we use cookies and similar technologies, what “third parties” may receive data when you use our site, and the choices you have.
1) What this page covers
This notice focuses on:
- Cookies and similar technologies (pixels, tags, SDKs, session/local storage).
- Third-party services that may collect or receive information when you browse.
- Consent and choices you can make about optional cookies and third-party sharing.
2) What cookies are and why we use them
Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We also use similar tools (like pixels and tags) that help websites function and understand usage.
We use these technologies to:
- Make the site work (page navigation, security, load balancing).
- Remember preferences (like region, form inputs, and cookie choices).
- Understand performance (which pages are visited, errors, and site speed).
- Measure marketing effectiveness (whether a campaign resulted in a visit or inquiry).
- Deliver relevant content/ads (only if enabled, depending on your choices and settings).
3) Cookie categories we may use
A) Strictly Necessary (Always On)
These are required for core site functions and security. Without them, the site may not work properly.
Examples: security and fraud prevention, session management, accessibility features, load balancing.
B) Functional (Optional)
Help the site remember your preferences and improve your experience.
Examples: remembering form inputs, language settings, embedded content preferences.
C) Analytics / Performance (Optional)
Help us understand how the site is used so we can improve it.
Examples: page views, time on page, navigation paths, device/browser info, anonymized or aggregated metrics (as available).
D) Advertising / Targeting (Optional)
Used to measure ad performance and, in some cases, show relevant ads on other sites.
Examples: conversion tracking, audience measurement, limiting repeated ads.
4) Third parties and your consent
Some features on HoustonEng.com may be provided by third-party services (for example, analytics providers, video hosting, mapping tools, form processors, or advertising platforms).
When third parties may collect data
Depending on the tools we use and the settings you choose, third parties may collect or receive information such as:
- Your IP address and approximate location
- Device and browser details
- Pages you view and actions you take on the site
- Referral source (how you got to our site)
- Cookie identifiers or similar online identifiers
Consent for optional cookies and third-party tools
Where required by law or where we choose to apply consent-based controls, we will:
- Ask for your consent before setting non-essential cookies (like analytics or advertising cookies).
- Respect your selections and allow you to change them later.
Strictly necessary technologies do not require opt-in consent because they are needed for the site to operate.
5) Managing cookies and third-party permissions
You can control cookies and similar technologies in several ways:
A) Cookie banner / preference settings (recommended)
If HoustonEng.com displays a cookie banner or preference center, you can use it to:
- Accept or reject optional cookie categories
- Adjust your choices later (if a “Cookie Settings” link is provided)
B) Browser controls
Most browsers let you:
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies entirely
- Block third-party cookies
- Set rules per site
Note: blocking cookies may impact website functionality.
C) Platform opt-outs (ads)
If we use advertising cookies, you can also opt out through:
- Your device settings (mobile ad IDs)
- Industry opt-out tools (where available in your region)
- Ad platform settings when signed in to those services
6) “Do Not Track” and global privacy controls
Some browsers and extensions offer signals like “Do Not Track” or Global Privacy Control (GPC). Because there is no single universal standard for how to interpret every signal, our response may vary by jurisdiction and by the tools in use. Where required, we will honor recognized opt-out preference signals.
7) Embedded content and third-party links
Pages on HoustonEng.com may include embedded tools (like videos, maps, or social media widgets). These third parties may set their own cookies or collect information when the embedded content loads.
We encourage you to review the privacy and cookie notices of those third parties.
8) Data retention for cookie-related data
We retain cookie and related usage data only as long as needed for the purposes described above, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Retention periods may vary depending on the provider and configuration.
9) Updates to this page
We may update this notice from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. When we update it, we will revise the “Effective date” at the top.
10) Contact us
If you have questions about cookies, third-party consent, or this notice, contact us:
Houston Engineering, Inc.
Website: HoustonEng.com
Email: [email protected]
Mailing address: 1401 21st Avenue North Fargo ND 58102
Website: HoustonEng.com
Email: [email protected]
Mailing address: 1401 21st Avenue North Fargo ND 58102
