Privacy Policy for West Liberty Marriottsville
At West Liberty Marriottsville, accessible at https://westlibertymarriottsville.org/, one of our main priorities is the privacy of our visitors. This Privacy Policy outlines the types of information we collect, how we use it, and how we protect it. This policy applies only to our online activities and is valid for visitors to our website with regard to the information they share and/or we collect. It does not apply to information collected offline or via channels other than this website.
By using our website, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to provide better services to our users and to understand how visitors interact with our website. The types of information we may collect include:
- Personal Information: If you contact us via a form or email, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, or other details you provide.
- Non-Personal Information: We may collect non-identifying information such as browser type, device type, operating system, and pages visited, typically through analytics tools.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We may use cookies and similar technologies to track user activity and enhance website functionality. For example, if we use Google Analytics, it collects data such as IP addresses, page views, and user behavior via first-party cookies (_ga, _ga).
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information in the following ways:
- Directly from You: When you fill out a contact form, subscribe to a newsletter, or send us an email.
- Automatically: Through cookies, server logs, and analytics tools like Google Analytics, which track your interactions with our website.
- From Third Parties: If you interact with our website through third-party services (e.g., social media plugins), we may receive data from those services.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries or provide requested services.
- To improve our website’s functionality and user experience.
- To analyze website performance and visitor behavior (e.g., via Google Analytics).
- To send promotional emails or newsletters, if you’ve opted in.
- To comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.
If we use Google Analytics, we disclose that it uses cookies to generate reports on website activity, and we may share aggregated, anonymized data with third parties for analytics purposes.
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our website may use cookies and other tracking technologies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and track usage.
- Google Analytics Cookies: If used, Google Analytics places cookies (_ga, _ga) to distinguish users and sessions. These expire after two years by default.
- Opt-Out Options: You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On. You can also manage cookie preferences via your browser settings.
For more details, see our separate Cookie Policy (if applicable).
5. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- With Service Providers: We may share data with third-party service providers (e.g., hosting services, analytics providers like Google) to perform functions on our behalf, subject to confidentiality agreements.
- For Legal Reasons: We may disclose information to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal processes, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.
- With Your Consent: We may share information with third parties if you explicitly consent.
If we use Google services like Analytics or AdSense, we disclose that data is shared with Google for processing in accordance with their Privacy Policy.
6. Third-Party Services
Our website may include links to third-party websites or integrate third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, social media plugins). These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. We encourage you to review their policies before interacting with them.
7. Data Retention
We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example, analytics data may be retained for up to 26 months, and contact form data may be kept until your inquiry is resolved.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights under laws like GDPR or CCPA:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal obligations.
- Opt-Out: Opt out of data processing for targeted advertising or analytics.
- Object: Object to certain types of data processing.
To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within the timeframes required by law (e.g., 30 days under GDPR, 45 days under CCPA).
9. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete it promptly, in compliance with COPPA.
10. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no online transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
11. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside the United States, your information may be transferred to and processed in the U.S., where our servers are located. We ensure such transfers comply with applicable laws (e.g., GDPR’s standard contractual clauses).
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a prominent notice on our website or, for certain services, by email. The updated policy will be effective as of the date posted.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
West Liberty Marriottsville
Email: [email protected]
Address: [Your Address, Marriottsville, MD, USA]
This Privacy Policy was generated to comply with applicable privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA, CalOPPA, and Google’s requirements for services like Google Analytics and AdSense.