Privacy Policy |
Union Fire District |
Effective Date: September 22, 2024.
1. Introduction
The Union Fire District (“UFD,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of the residents of South Kingstown and all visitors to our website. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information, particularly when you submit an online application to volunteer as a firefighter. We are also transparent about our use of Google Analytics to understand how visitors engage with our website.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information:
When you submit an online application to volunteer as a firefighter, we may collect personal information such as your name, contact details (email address, phone number, and address), date of birth, and other information relevant to the application process.
b. Non-Personal Information:
We use Google Analytics to collect non-personal information about how visitors interact with our website. This information includes, but is not limited to, your IP address, browser type, operating system, and the pages you visit. This data helps us understand website usage patterns and improve user experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
a. Personal Information:
We use the personal information you provide solely for the purposes of processing your application to volunteer as a firefighter. This may include contacting you about your application status, scheduling interviews, and conducting background checks.
b. Non-Personal Information:
The non-personal information collected through Google Analytics is used to analyze website traffic, user behavior, and to improve the content and functionality of our website. This data is aggregated and does not identify individual users.
4. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to outside parties, except as necessary for the application process or as required by law. This may include sharing information with:
5. Data Security
We take the security of your personal information seriously. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
6. Use of Cookies and Google Analytics
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and to collect non-personal information through Google Analytics. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand user interactions with our website. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information held by us. You can also opt out of Google Analytics data collection by using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Union Fire District
131 Asa Pond Road
Wakefield, RI 02879
By using our website and submitting an online application, you consent to the terms of this Privacy Policy.