Buying Better Privacy Policy

Thank you for visiting our web site, www.buyingbetter.org.

This privacy policy tells you how we use personal information collected at this site. Please read this privacy policy before using the site or submitting any personal information. By using the site, you are accepting the practices described in this privacy policy. These practices may be changed, but any changes will be posted and changes will only apply to activities and information on a going forward, not retroactive basis. You are encouraged to review the privacy policy whenever you visit the site to make sure that you understand how any personal information you provide will be used.

Note: The privacy practices set forth in this privacy policy are for this web site only. If you link to other web sites, please review the privacy policies posted at those sites.

Collection of Information
We collect personally identifiable information, like names, email addresses, phone numbers, etc. The information you provide is used to register you as a Buying Better member and provide you with updates about Buying Better activities, discounts, products, services, vendors, and learning opportunities. By becoming a Buying Better member, you agree to allow your company’s name to be included in a list posted to the web site and/or shared with vendors when we solicit responses to a Request for Information or coordinate with them in order to ensure that members are receiving Buying Better pricing. However, your personally identifiable information will not be shared with other parties except if you have granted us permission.

Cookie/Tracking Technology
The Site may use cookie and tracking technology depending on the features offered. Cookie and tracking technology are useful for gathering information such as browser type and operating system, tracking the number of visitors to the Site, and understanding how visitors use the Site. Cookies can also help customize the Site for visitors. Personal information cannot be collected via cookies and other tracking technology; however, if you previously provided personally identifiable information, cookies may be tied to such information. Aggregate cookie and tracking information may be shared with third parties.

Distribution of Information
We may share information with governmental agencies or other companies assisting us in fraud prevention or investigation. We may do so when: (1) permitted or required by law; or, (2) trying to protect against or prevent actual or potential fraud or unauthorized transactions; or, (3) investigating fraud which has already taken place. The information is not provided to these companies for marketing purposes.

Commitment to Data Security
Your personally identifiable information is kept secure. Only authorized employees, agents and contractors (who have agreed to keep information secure and confidential) have access to this information. You may opt out of further mailings by 1) logging into your Buying Better account and updating your profile accordingly, or 2) sending an email to buyingbetter@delta-institute.org with the subject line: Remove me from Buying Better email list.

Privacy Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about our privacy policy you may contact us using the information below:

By e-mail: buyingbetter@delta-institute.org
By Phone: 312-554-0900 x17

Website Terms and Conditions of Use

Welcome to our website. If you continue to browse and use this website you are agreeing to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions of Use, which together with our Privacy Policy governs Buying Better's relationship with you in relation to this website.

The term 'Buying Better' 'us' or 'we' refers to the owner of the website whose office is 53 W. Jackson Blvd. Ste. 230, Chicago, IL 60604. The term 'you' refers to the user or viewer of our website.

The use of this website is subject to the following terms of use:

• The content of the pages of this website is for your general information and use only. It is subject to change without notice.
• Neither we nor any third parties provide any warranty or guarantee as to the accuracy, timeliness, performance, completeness or suitability of the information and materials found or offered on this website for any particular purpose. You acknowledge that such information and materials may contain inaccuracies or errors and we expressly exclude liability for any such inaccuracies or errors to the fullest extent permitted by law.
• Every effort has been made to offer the most current, correct, and clearly expressed information possible. However, inadvertent errors may occur as results of typographical errors; changes in programs, products or facilities; or revision or elimination of a particular resource or link. If misleading, inaccurate, or otherwise inappropriate information is brought to the attention of the publisher, a reasonable effort will be made to correct it in future editions.
• Your use of any information or materials on this website is entirely at your own risk, for which we shall not be liable. It shall be your own responsibility to ensure that any products, services or information available through this website meet your specific requirements.
• This website contains material which is owned by or licensed to us. This material includes, but is not limited to, the design, layout, look, appearance and graphics.
• With the exception of materials covered by other copyrights and items in the public domain, materials included in BuyingBetter.org may be quoted or reproduced for personal and educational purposes without prior permission, provided appropriate credit is given. Any commercial use or modification of this material in part or in whole is prohibited without prior permission from Buying Better, a Delta Institute project. Submit requests to buyingbetter@delta-institute.org.
• Use of the Buying Better and Delta Institute logos is restricted. You must contact buyingbetter@delta-institute.org to request permission to use the logos. You must include details about the intended use of our logos and obtain our permission to use them in that manner. We reserve the right to deny your request.
• Unauthorized use of this website may give rise to a claim for damages and/or be a criminal offense.
• From time to time this website may also include links to other websites. These links are provided for your convenience to provide further information. They do not signify that we endorse the website(s). We have no responsibility for the content of the linked website(s).
• Your use of this website and any dispute arising out of such use of the website is subject to the laws of the Unites States.
• Green practices, products and resources discussed in this report are not necessarily suitable for use in all situations. The publisher, contributors, sponsors and distributors are not liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages, including, without limitation, lost revenues, or lost profits, resulting from the use or misuse of the information contained in this report. References to any products, process, or service by trade name, trademark, manufacturer, or otherwise, does not necessarily constitute or imply its endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by the publisher, contributors, sponsors or distributors.