At DeKalb County GA, we value the privacy of people who visit our website. This Cookies Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies may be used when you visit https://dekalbcounty-ga.org. This policy is intended to help visitors understand what cookies are, why websites use them, and how they may affect the way a website works. We believe that visitors should have clear information about the technologies used during a website visit.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website may place on a visitor’s device when the website is opened. These files can contain information that allows a website to recognize a browser or remember certain preferences. Cookies are commonly used across websites. They can help websites work properly, remember selected settings, understand how visitors interact with pages, and support a better browsing experience.
Why We Use Cookies
Cookies may be used on DeKalb County GA for several website-related purposes. Their use can help pages function correctly and can provide information about general website activity. Some cookies may support basic website functions. Others may help remember certain preferences or provide general information about how visitors use the website. Cookies can help us understand which pages receive visits and how visitors move through the website.
Types of Cookies
Different types of cookies can be used for different purposes. Some cookies are necessary for basic website functions. These cookies may help a website operate correctly and support features that visitors expect to work. Some cookies are used to remember preferences. For example, a website may use a cookie to remember a setting selected during a previous visit. Some cookies may be used for website statistics. These cookies can provide general information about page visits, visitor activity, and website usage.
Essential Cookies
Certain cookies may be necessary for a website to function properly. These cookies can support basic technical functions and help pages load or operate as expected. Essential cookies generally do not exist for advertising purposes. Their main purpose is related to website functionality. If these cookies are disabled, some website features may not operate as intended. The effect can vary depending on the browser, device, and website feature involved.
Preference Cookies
Preference cookies may help a website remember choices made by visitors. For example, certain website settings may be remembered during a browsing session or during a later visit. This can make the website easier to use. Preference cookies are generally used to support a more consistent browsing experience. Their use depends on the features available on the website.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies may be used to provide general information about website activity. These cookies can help show which pages are visited, how often pages are viewed, and how visitors interact with different parts of a website. Analytics information is generally used to review overall website activity rather than identify a particular visitor personally. The information collected through analytics can help website owners see which content receives attention and which areas may need changes.
Third-Party Cookies
Some website features may rely on third-party services. These services may place their own cookies or use similar technologies when their features appear on a website. Third-party services operate under their own privacy and cookie policies. Their practices may differ from those of DeKalb County GA. Visitors should review the privacy and cookie information provided by a third-party service if they want to learn how that service handles information.
How Long Cookies Stay on Your Device
Cookies can remain on a device for different periods. Some cookies are temporary and disappear when a browser session ends. These are often called session cookies. Other cookies can remain on a device for a longer period. These are sometimes called persistent cookies. The length of time a cookie remains can depend on its purpose and configuration. Cookie storage periods may change as website technologies or third-party services are updated.
Your Browser Settings
Most modern web browsers allow visitors to manage cookies through browser settings. Depending on the browser, visitors may be able to block cookies, delete existing cookies, receive notifications when cookies are being used, or allow cookies only from selected websites. Changing cookie settings can affect how some websites operate. Certain features may not work correctly if necessary cookies are blocked.
Managing Cookies
Visitors have control over many cookie settings through their browser. You can choose whether cookies are accepted, blocked, or deleted. You can also remove cookies that have already been stored on your device. If you choose to block cookies, some parts of DeKalb County GA may not work as expected. The effect depends on which cookies are blocked. Browser settings can be changed at any time. You can also remove stored cookies from your device when you choose.
Cookies and Privacy
Cookies may collect information related to website activity. Depending on the type of cookie, this information may include details about browser activity, preferences, or interactions with website pages. The information collected through cookies can vary. Some cookies may be limited to technical functions, while others may provide general website usage information. Cookies should be considered separately from information that a visitor actively submits through a website.
Personal Information
Cookies do not automatically mean that a website knows the identity of every visitor. The type of information associated with a cookie depends on how that cookie is configured and what service uses it. Some cookies may be linked to technical information about a browser or device. Other cookies may be associated with general website activity. Visitors should avoid entering sensitive personal information into website fields unless the website specifically requests it for a legitimate purpose.
Cookies and Website Performance
Cookies can support website performance in different ways. Some cookies may help pages remember settings or maintain certain functions during a visit. Others may provide general information about how the website is being used. This information can help identify technical issues or areas where the website may need attention. The purpose is to maintain a website that is clear and functional for visitors.
Cookies From External Services
If external services are used on DeKalb County GA, those services may use their own cookies or similar technologies. External services may include website analytics, embedded content, security functions, or other technical features. Each external service may have its own rules for collecting and using information. DeKalb County GA does not control the policies of independent third-party providers. Visitors who interact with an external service should review that provider’s privacy and cookie information for more details.
Changes to This Cookies Policy
This Cookies Policy may be updated from time to time. Changes may be made when website features change, when new technologies are introduced, or when our approach to cookies is revised. For more information about how personal information is handled, visitors may also review our Privacy Policy. When this policy is updated, the revised version will be published on this page. Visitors are encouraged to review this page periodically if they want to remain informed about how cookies may be used on DeKalb County GA.
Independent Website Notice
DeKalb County GA is an independent informational website. It is not operated by, affiliated with, or officially connected with DeKalb County Government. The website does not represent county officials, government departments, courts, or other public offices. This Cookies Policy applies only to our website. It does not apply to the official DeKalb County Government website or to other websites that visitors may access through external links.
Children’s Privacy
DeKalb County GA is intended as a general informational website. We do not knowingly use cookies for the purpose of collecting sensitive information from children. Parents and guardians can review browser settings on devices used by children if they want to control or restrict cookie use. If you believe that a child has submitted personal information through our website, you can contact us so the matter can be reviewed.
Your Choices
Visitors have choices regarding cookies. You can accept cookies through your browser settings or allow the website to use cookies where your browser permits them. You can also block or delete cookies through your browser. Your choices may affect the way certain website features work. If you continue to use the website with cookies enabled, cookies may be placed on your device according to the website’s configuration and the services used on the site.
Security
We take reasonable care in maintaining our website and handling information associated with website technologies. No website or online transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Visitors should keep their devices and browsers updated and use appropriate security settings. Third-party services may have their own security practices. Their handling of information is subject to their own policies and terms.
Links to Other Websites
DeKalb County GA may contain links to external websites. When you leave our website and visit another website, that website may use cookies according to its own policies. We do not control the cookie practices of external websites. Visitors should review the privacy and cookie policies of those websites before providing information or continuing to browse. This Cookies Policy applies only to dekalbcounty-ga.org.
Contact Details
If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or the way cookies may be used on our website, you can contact us by email.
Website: https://dekalbcounty-ga.org
Email: info@dekalbcounty-ga.org