OOSS respects the privacy of its members and other visitors to its Web site. OOSS strongly believes that if electronic commerce and online activities are to flourish, consumers must be assured that information provided online is used responsibly and appropriately. To protect online privacy, OOSS has implemented the following policy.

What Information Does OOSS Collect?

Most data OOSS collects are used only to help us better serve our members. It is our general policy to collect and store only personal information that our members and visitors knowingly provide. If our privacy policies change, we will notify all users by e-mail or a special announcement placed on the Web site.

From General Users. OOSS does not collect any personal information from users browsing its Web site. Only aggregate data -- such as the number of hits per page -- are collected. Aggregate data are only used for internal and marketing purposes and do not provide any personally identifying information.

How Does OOSS Use Data Collected?

OOSS uses information voluntarily submitted by members and other visitors in the following ways:

OOSS Member Services and Products. Generally, OOSS uses data collected to improve its own web content; to respond to visitors' interests, needs and preferences; and to develop new products and services.

Disclosures to Third Parties. OOSS does not make this information available to third parties.

Credit Card Account Information. OOSS does not disclose credit card account information provided by its members and visitors. When members and visitors choose to pay using their credit cards, OOSS submits the information needed to obtain payment to the appropriate clearinghouse.

What Privacy Issues Arise With Links To Other Sites?

This Web site contains links to other web sites. OOSS has no control over and is not responsible for the privacy policies or content of such sites.

What Means Of Redress Are Available?

If any User suspects OOSS has handled its personal information in a manner that does not comply with this privacy statement, please contact us by e-mailing to claudiamcdougal@ooss.org or by calling 866-892-1001.