Effective Date: August 27, 2026
Buy American Cotton is an initiative of the National Cotton Council of America (NCC). The National Cotton Council respects the privacy of visitors to buyamericancotton.org and is committed to handling information collected through the website responsibly.
Information We Collect
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:
- Browser and device type
- General geographic location
- Pages visited and interactions with the website
- Referring website or source
- Date and time of visits
- Other general website usage information
If you contact us by email or otherwise voluntarily provide information, we may also receive your name, email address, and any information you choose to include in your communication.
Analytics
We may use website analytics tools to better understand how visitors find and use our website. Analytics information helps us evaluate website traffic, improve content, identify technical issues, and enhance the overall user experience.
Analytics data is used for general website measurement and improvement.
Cookies
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies that support website functionality and help us understand how visitors use the site.
Most web browsers allow you to control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect some website functionality.
How We Use Information
Information collected through the website may be used to:
- Operate and maintain the website
- Understand how visitors use the website
- Improve website content and functionality
- Respond to questions or communications
- Maintain website security and troubleshoot technical issues
Sharing of Information
We do not sell or rent personal information collected through this website.
Information may be shared with service providers that assist with website hosting, analytics, maintenance, security, or other services necessary to operate the website. We may also disclose information when required by law or when reasonably necessary to protect our rights, users, or website.
Third-Party Websites
Our website may contain links to websites operated by third parties. The National Cotton Council is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of external websites. We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites they visit.
Data Security
We take reasonable administrative and technical measures to help protect information associated with the website. However, no method of transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes to the website, our practices, or applicable requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the Buy American Cotton website, please contact:
National Cotton Council of America
7193 Goodlett Farms Parkway
Cordova, TN 38016
Phone: (901) 274-9030
Fax: (901) 725-0510
Email: buyamericancotton@cotton.org