Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 2/12/2026
Last Updated: 2/12/2026

1. Introduction

Guernsey County (“County”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to guernseycounty.gov (“Site”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Site or interact with our services. By using this Site, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we may collect certain information automatically, including:

  • IP address and device identifiers

  • Browser type, operating system, and access times

  • Pages viewed and referring websites

This information is collected for system administration, analytics, security, and to improve Site performance.

2.2 Voluntary Information

We collect personal information you voluntarily provide through forms or email, such as:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Other information you submit in connection with requests, services, or communication

We do not collect personal information without your knowledge and consent.

3. Use of Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our services

  • Respond to inquiries and service requests

  • Monitor and analyze usage

  • Protect the security of our sites and users

We do not sell, rent, or lease personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4. Cookies and Tracking

We may use “cookies” and similar technologies to enhance your experience. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, but this may limit some Site functionality.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to external websites not owned or controlled by the County. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites.

7. Public Records and Legal Requirements

Under Ohio law, certain information you submit to County systems may be considered a public record. Public records may be subject to disclosure pursuant to the Ohio Public Records Act.

8. Access and Correction

You may request access to or correction of your personal information stored by the County. Contact us at:
Guernsey County Administration
627 Wheeling Ave, Cambridge, OH 43725
Phone: (740) 432-9200

9. Changes to This Policy

We may modify this Privacy Policy at any time. The updated policy will be posted with a revised effective date.