Privacy Policy
Privacy Policy
Utopia Plastic Surgery – Dr. Franklin Rose, MD
Last Updated: April 9, 2025
Welcome to the website of Utopia Plastic Surgery, operated by Dr. Franklin Rose, MD, located at Houston, Texas. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal information is handled responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website (the “Site”), including through our contact form and the use of cookies. Please read this policy carefully. By using our Site, you agree to the practices described below.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Personal Information: When you fill out our contact form, we collect details such as your name, email address, phone number, and any message you provide. This information is used to respond to your inquiries or schedule appointments.
- Automatically Collected Information: Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to gather data like your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Site. This helps us improve your experience and analyze Site performance.
- Website Analytics: As a we may use plugins or tools that collect additional usage data (e.g., analytics or security logs) to maintain and enhance the Site.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that such information has been submitted, we will delete it promptly in compliance with COPPA.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries or requests submitted via the contact form.
- To schedule appointments or provide information about our services.
- To improve our Site’s functionality, content, and user experience.
- To analyze Site usage trends (e.g., via cookies or Website analytics tools).
- To protect the security and integrity of our Site.
- To comply with legal obligations or defend our rights, if necessary.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Site uses cookies—small text files stored on your device—to enhance your browsing experience. These include:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Site to function, such as remembering your form inputs.
- Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., via Google Analytics or plugins).
- Preference Cookies: Save your settings or preferences for future visits.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, but note that disabling essential cookies may affect Site functionality. For more details, see our Cookie Policy (#) (if applicable; link to be added if you create one).
4. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in these cases:
- Service Providers: With trusted third parties (e.g., WordPress hosting providers, email services, or analytics tools) who assist us in operating the Site, provided they agree to keep your data confidential.
- Legal Requirements: If required by law, court order, or to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of others.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of our practice, your information may be transferred as part of that process.
5. How We Protect Your Information
We take reasonable steps to safeguard your information, including encryption for data transmission (e.g., SSL on our Site) and secure storage practices. However, no online system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection against unauthorized access or breaches.
6. Your Choices and Rights
You have the following options regarding your information:
- Contact Form: You are not required to submit personal information, but doing so is necessary for us to respond to you.
- Cookies: Adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or alert you when they are being used.
- Access or Correction: To request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information, contact us at the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe, subject to legal obligations.
Texas residents may have additional rights under state law (e.g., the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act). Contact us for more information.
7. Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to external websites (e.g., social media or partners). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. Please review their policies before providing personal information.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Check back periodically for the latest information.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or your information, please reach out to us:
Utopia Plastic Surgery
Attn: Privacy Officer
Email: general-info@utopiaplasticsurgery.com
Phone: (713) 622-2277
Utopia Plastic Surgery
Attn: Privacy Officer
Email: general-info@utopiaplasticsurgery.com
Phone: (713) 622-2277
Thank you for trusting Utopia Plastic Surgery and Dr. Franklin Rose, MD, with your information. We value your privacy and strive to protect it.