Privacy Policy

Contacting us via e-mail or registering for standardandpoors.com reveals your e-mail address and any other information you include such as phone number and/or mailing address. We will use this information to help us process your registration, fulfill your request or respond to your inquiry. All information is stored in a secure database in the US and access is limited to authorized persons.

In addition, standardandpoors.com stores a unique identification number, the username, and login status in a "cookie" on each visitor's computer. The identification number is retained and utilized to track usage of the web site, while the username and login status are only used for display purposes and site functionality during the current web session.

Occasionally, we use data collected about customers and prospects to inform them about products or services from Standard & Poor's and our parent, The McGraw-Hill Companies, that may be of interest to them. Many of our customers find these e-mail promotions valuable, whether they are shopping for merchandise, taking advantage of a special offer, or purchasing unique services.

If at any time you would like your name removed from lists that are shared for promotional reasons within Standard & Poor's or with other units of The McGraw-Hill Companies, simply send a written request to privacy@standardandpoors.com.

You can also send a written request to Privacy_Request@standardandpoors.com if you would like to confirm the accuracy of the information we have collected from you, or if you have questions about the uses of this information.