Purpose
This privacy notice informs users of this website about the collection, use, and protection of personally identifiable information (PII) and user data.
Identity and Contact Information
This website is operated by Utah County. If you have any questions about this privacy notice, contact us.
Definition of Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and User Data
For the purposes of this policy:
- Personally Identifiable Information (PII): Information that identifies or can be used to identify an individual.
- User Data: Any data collected from a user while visiting this website, including information obtained through website tracking technologies.
User Rights and Data Requests
You have the right to:
- Access Your Data: Request access to personal data or user data collected by this website.
- Correct or Amend Data: Request corrections or amendments to your personal data or user data.
- File a Complaint: Submit a complaint with the Data Privacy Ombudsperson if you have concerns about the handling of your data.
- Request Privacy for At-Risk Employees: If you are an at-risk employee, you may request that your personal information be classified as a private record under Utah Code Section 63G-2-302 (opens in a new tab).
Collection and Use of Personally Identifiable Information
You are not required to provide personal information to visit Utah County websites or download public information. However, we may collect PII if it is needed to provide requested government services. Any PII collected is handled in the same manner as if you visited a government office in person.
Website Tracking and User Data Collection
This website may use tracking technologies to improve user experience and website performance. Information that may be collected includes:
- Internet Protocol (IP) addresses (for statistical analysis only)
- Website usage data (e.g., pages visited, time spent on the site)
- Browser and device information (to optimize website compatibility)
However, we do not attempt to associate IP addresses or tracking data with personally identifiable information.
Use and Sharing of User Data
User data collected on this website may be used for the following purposes:
- To improve website services and user experience
- To analyze website traffic and performance
- To respond to user inquiries and service requests
We do not sell user data. User data may be shared only with relevant governmental entities when necessary for public service purposes or when required by law.
Use of Constituent Email Addresses and Phone Numbers
Email addresses and phone numbers obtained as a result of a request to the County site will not be sold nor given to private companies for marketing purposes. The information collected is subject to the access and confidentiality provisions of Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2 (opens in a new tab), and other applicable sections of the Utah Code or federal law. Email or other information requests sent to the County website may be maintained in order to respond to the request, forward that request to the appropriate agency, communicate updates to the County page that may be of interest to citizens, or to provide the County web designer with valuable customer feedback to assist in improving the site.
Third-Party and Non-County Websites
This website may contain links to external websites. These external sites are not subject to Utah County's privacy policy. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external sites before providing personal information.