Information You Submit
Search entries
A name, location, or other term entered in a site search box is sent to the outside provider that operates that tool. This site does not retain or log those search terms on its own systems. The provider's terms and privacy practices apply to its handling of the query.
Messages
If you email the service or submit a contact message, the message and the contact information it contains may be retained to respond. They are not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Technical Data and Cookies
Like most websites, the service may automatically receive limited technical information when a page loads. That information helps operate the site, measure traffic, and diagnose errors.
- Your IP address.
- Your browser type and version.
- Your device category and operating system.
- Pages viewed and the time spent on them.
- The referring site, when one is supplied.
- Access dates and times.
Cookie settings
Cookies may be used to understand how visitors use the site. Browser controls can block or remove cookies, although some features may then work differently.
How Site Data Is Used
The service uses submitted and automatic information only for ordinary site operations and communications.
- To keep pages available and responsive.
- To send search requests to the relevant partner service.
- To understand which Portage County resource pages are useful.
- To identify, investigate, and correct technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be based on interests.
Other Websites and Advertising
The site links to official Portage County, Ohio, federal, and third-party resources. When you select a link, the receiving site controls its own privacy practices, content, and data collection. Review its policies before submitting information there.
Advertising partners may collect activity across websites for interest-based advertising on their own systems. That activity is governed by the partner's policies, not this Privacy Notice.
When Data May Be Shared
Personal information is not sold. It may be disclosed or made available to the limited categories below when necessary for the stated purpose.
- Search partners that process a submitted query.
- Analytics providers that help measure site use.
- Advertising networks that serve advertising.
- Law-enforcement or government authorities responding to a valid legal order.
Security Practices
Reasonable administrative and technical safeguards are used to protect information, but no internet-connected service can guarantee absolute security. Transmission and storage therefore carry risk, and the service cannot promise that a security incident will never occur.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor has supplied information, contact the service through Get in Touch to request its deletion.
Your Information Choices
A visitor may contact the service to make a request about personal information held in connection with a message or other direct communication.
- Ask for a copy of information held about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Request deletion where appropriate.
- Ask to opt out of certain processing.
Changes to This Notice
This Privacy Notice may be revised as the site's practices change. A revised version takes effect when posted here and will carry an updated effective date.