Gem County Sheriff's Posse

Privacy Policy

Gem County Sheriff Posse Inc. (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website https://gemcountysheriffposse.com (the “Site”). We are a nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to providing emergency support, search and rescue assistance, community service, and other aid as directed by the Gem County Sheriff or qualified law enforcement agencies.

We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard information when you visit our Site.

1. Information We Collect

We collect limited information, primarily to help us communicate and operate effectively.

  • Automatically Collected Information When you visit the Site, we (or our hosting provider/WordPress) may collect:

    • IP address
    • Browser type and version
    • Operating system
    • Pages viewed, time/date of access, and referring/exit pages
    • Other standard server log data

    This helps us understand Site usage, improve content, and troubleshoot issues.

  • Information You Provide Voluntarily If you contact us via a form, email link, or other means, we may collect:

    • Name
    • Email address
    • Phone number (optional)
    • Message content or any details you share (e.g., volunteer interest, event questions)

    We do not require registration or accounts on the Site.

  • Cookies and Similar Technologies We may use basic cookies or similar tools for Site functionality (e.g., remembering form inputs temporarily). If we use analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), it may place cookies to track anonymous usage patterns. You can manage cookies via your browser settings.

We do not collect sensitive personal information (e.g., financial details, health data) through the Site unless you voluntarily include it in a message (which we advise against).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect only for legitimate purposes related to our mission:

  • To respond to your inquiries, messages, or volunteer interest
  • To improve and maintain the Site
  • To analyze general usage trends (anonymously)
  • To communicate updates about events, training, or community service opportunities (if you provide contact info and expect follow-up)

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Sharing Your Information

We share information only as necessary:

  • With service providers (e.g., web hosting, email services) who help operate the Site and are bound to protect your data
  • If required by law, court order, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our organization, volunteers, the Sheriff’s Office, or the public
  • In aggregated, anonymous form for reporting or grant purposes

We do not share your contact details with marketers or unrelated third parties.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect the information we collect, including using secure hosting and limiting access to authorized personnel only. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Rights and Choices

  • You can request access to, correction of, or deletion of any personal information we hold about you by contacting us (see below).
  • You may opt out of any future communications by replying to emails or contacting us.
  • Manage cookies and tracking via your browser (e.g., disable or clear them).

We do not respond to “Do Not Track” browser signals as we collect minimal data.

6. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete it promptly.

7. Third-Party Links and Services

The Site may contain links to external sites (e.g., social media, county resources). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies separately.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Changes will be posted here with an updated “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.

9. Got Questions? Contact:

    1. Jennifer Harlin
      Email: jenn2520@gmail.com
      Phone: (208) 369-0843

Thank you for supporting the Gem County Sheriff Posse and our community service efforts.