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1. Information We Collect
- Personal Data: Name, email, mailing address when you submit forms or subscribe to our newsletter.
- Technical Data: IP address, browser user agent, operating system, and pages viewed, collected via cookies and server logs.
- User Contributions: Comments, story submissions, and any content you post to our site.
2. How We Use Your Information
- Communication: To respond to inquiries, send newsletters, and notify you about updates.
- Analytics & Improvement: To understand site usage patterns and improve user experience.
- Customization: To deliver content tailored to your interests (e.g., local events, real estate reports).
3. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Maintain your session and preferences.
- Measure site performance and traffic sources via Google Analytics.
- Deliver targeted content and advertising partnerships (no personal data sold).
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.
4. Data Retention & Protection
- We retain personal data only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described.
- All data is stored securely with encryption at rest and in transit.
- Access is restricted to authorized personnel only, following industry best practices.
5. Third-Party Services
We may share aggregated or anonymized data with:
- Email Providers: For newsletter delivery (e.g., Mailchimp).
- Analytics Platforms: Google Analytics for site metrics.
- Advertising Partners: To serve relevant local ads; personal data is not sold.
Each third party has its own privacy policy; we recommend reviewing their terms.
6. Your Rights
- Access & Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
- Correction: Ask us to update or correct inaccurate information.
- Deletion: Request removal of your personal data (subject to legal obligations).
- Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time via the link in our communications.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have inadvertently done so, please contact us to request deletion.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The new “Last updated” date will reflect changes. Continued use of the site after updates constitutes acceptance.
9. Contact Us
Questions or concerns? Reach out at any time:
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