Privacy Policy
Last Updated; August 2026
The Maryland Human Trafficking Task Force respects the privacy of visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you use this website, how that information may be used, and the steps we take to protect it.
Information We Collect
You may browse most of the MDHTTF website without providing personal information.
We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:
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Submit a contact or speaker request
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Register for an event, training, or meeting
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Sign up to receive updates or communications
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Complete a survey or feedback form
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Submit an inquiry through the website
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Communicate with MDHTTF through a form or linked service
Depending on the form, this information may include your name, email address, organization, professional role, phone number, county or jurisdiction, and information you choose to include in your message.
Please do not submit Social Security numbers, medical records, financial information, detailed victim information, or other highly sensitive personal information through general website forms unless specifically instructed to do so through an authorized secure process.
How We Use Information
Information submitted through the MDHTTF website may be used to:
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Respond to questions and requests
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Connect visitors with appropriate Task Force partners or resources
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Coordinate trainings, presentations, meetings, and events
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Share requested updates and information
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Improve our website, resources, and public awareness efforts
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Support the work and administration of the Maryland Human Trafficking Task Force
Information may also be shared with an appropriate MDHTTF committee, partner agency, service provider, or organization when necessary to respond to your request.
Website Analytics and Technical Information
Like most websites, the MDHTTF website may automatically collect limited technical information when you visit, such as your browser type, device type, general geographic area, pages visited, referring website, and the date and time of your visit.
This information may be collected through cookies or website analytics tools and is generally used to understand website traffic, improve functionality, and determine which resources are most useful to visitors.
Your browser may allow you to limit or disable cookies. Some website features may function differently if cookies are disabled.
Third Party Services and Links
The MDHTTF website may include links to websites, resources, registration platforms, social media accounts, or services operated by other organizations.
Once you leave the MDHTTF website, the privacy practices of the external website or service apply. MDHTTF is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of third party websites.
We encourage visitors to review the privacy policies of websites where they provide personal information.
Forms, Referrals, and Sensitive Information
The MDHTTF website provides information and connections to resources but is not an emergency response system, crisis line, investigative reporting system, or confidential victim services portal.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911.
Website contact forms should not be used to report an emergency or to submit detailed information about an active trafficking investigation or an individual's victimization.
When seeking assistance for a trafficking concern, visitors should use the reporting, referral, or victim service resources identified on the appropriate MDHTTF resource page.
Children and Youth
The MDHTTF website provides educational and prevention information that may be useful to young people, families, educators, and professionals. The website is not designed to intentionally collect personal information from children through general website functions.
Young people seeking help are encouraged to use the victim service and support resources provided on the website or speak with a trusted adult or appropriate service provider.
Protecting Information
MDHTTF takes reasonable steps to protect information submitted through the website and to limit access to individuals who need the information for legitimate Task Force purposes.
However, no website, email system, or internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Visitors should avoid submitting unnecessary confidential or sensitive information through standard website forms or email.
Information Retention
Information submitted through the website may be retained for as long as reasonably necessary to respond to the request, administer MDHTTF activities, meet applicable recordkeeping requirements, or fulfill other legitimate governmental or organizational purposes.
Information may be deleted or retained in accordance with applicable policies, record retention requirements, and law.
Disclosure When Required
Information may be disclosed when required by applicable law, legal process, court order, governmental requirement, or when reasonably necessary to protect the safety, rights, or security of an individual or organization.
Changes to This Policy
MDHTTF may update this Privacy Policy as the website, technology, or our practices change.
When updates are made, the revised policy will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Questions About This Privacy Policy
Questions about this Privacy Policy or the MDHTTF website may be submitted through the Contact Us page.
For questions involving trafficking services, reporting, referrals, or assistance, please visit the appropriate resource section of the MDHTTF website to identify the correct statewide or local contact.