Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 12/1/2024

The City of Berryville, Arkansas (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect the information you provide when you visit our website (“Site”).

By using this Site, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use this Site.

 

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide better services and improve your experience. The types of information we collect include:

a. Information You Provide Voluntarily

• Personal Information: When you contact us, submit forms, or use specific features of the Site, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, mailing address, and other details you provide.
• Feedback or Comments: Information provided in inquiries or submissions.

 

b. Information Collected Automatically

• Device and Usage Information: When you access the Site, we may collect information such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit.
• Cookies: We use cookies to enhance user experience and gather analytics. You can manage cookies through your browser settings.

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Site and its features.
• To respond to your inquiries and provide customer support.
• To improve the functionality, content, and user experience of the Site.
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms and Conditions.

 

We will not use your information for purposes unrelated to those described in this Privacy Policy without your consent.

 

3. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third parties who assist us in operating the Site or providing services, subject to confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Obligations: When required by law, such as to comply with a subpoena, legal process, or governmental request.
• Public Records: Certain information may be disclosed in compliance with Arkansas’ Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), as applicable.

 

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations.

 

5. Security of Your Information

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission or storage system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

 

6. Your Privacy Choices

• Access and Correction: You may request access to or correction of the personal information we hold about you.
• Opt-Out: You can opt out of certain data collection practices, such as cookies, through your browser settings.

 

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

 

7. Children’s Privacy

This Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it.

 

8. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. Please review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

 

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Your continued use of the Site after changes are made constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

 

10. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

City of Berryville
305 E Madison Ave
Berryville, AR 72616
Phone: 870-423-4414