Privacy Policy
Introduction
Welcome to the City of Panama City Beach website located at https://cityofpanamacitybeach.com/ (referred to as “the website”). This privacy policy aims to inform you about how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit and interact with our website. Your privacy is important to us, and we strive to ensure the confidentiality and security of the information you provide to us.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
When you visit our website, we may collect certain personal information that you voluntarily provide to us. This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and any other information you choose to share with us through contact forms, subscription forms, surveys, or other interactive features.
Non-Personal Information
In addition to personal information, we may automatically collect non-personal information about your visit to our website. This information may include your IP address, browser type, operating system, referral source, pages visited, and the date and time of your visit. We use this information to improve the content and functionality of our website and to analyze user trends.
Use of Information
We may use the personal information you provide to us for the following purposes:
- To respond to your inquiries and provide the information or services you request.
- To send periodic emails or newsletters regarding updates to the website, promotions, or other relevant information.
- To personalize your experience and deliver relevant content based on your preferences.
- To improve our website, products, and services based on the feedback and information you provide.
- To administer surveys, contests, or other promotional activities.
Disclosure of Information
We may disclose your personal information to third parties, including:
- Service providers or contractors who assist us in the operation and maintenance of our website and the provision of our services.
- Legal and regulatory authorities when required by law or needed to protect our rights, property, or safety.
- Other third parties with your consent or at your direction.
Data Retention
We will retain your personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this privacy policy or as required by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete it or render it anonymous.
Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously and implement reasonable measures to protect it from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. Please note that this privacy policy does not apply to those third-party websites, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of those third parties before providing any personal information.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe that we have collected personal information from a child under the age of 13, please contact us immediately, and we will take necessary steps to remove the information from our records.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update or modify this privacy policy at any time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised version on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at the following:
City of Panama City Beach
Address: [Insert Address]
Phone: [Insert Phone Number]
Email: [Insert Email Address]
Conclusion
Thank you for taking the time to review our privacy policy. By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this policy. We value your privacy and will do our best to protect the information you provide to us.