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Web Privacy Notice & Disclaimer

Whatcom County — Web Privacy Notice & Disclaimer (Consolidated)

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Intro

Thank you for visiting the Whatcom County website and reviewing our Privacy Notice. This notice addresses the collection, use, and security of and access to information that may be obtained through use of the Whatcom County Web.

Contact Information

You may contact Whatcom County in the following ways:

Personal Information: To review your personal information, request correction, or if you believe your personal information is being used for a purpose other than what was intended when submitted, email Information Services, call 360-778-5230, or write:

Whatcom County Information Services
311 Grand Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98225

Comments: To offer comments about Whatcom County’s web services, email the Webmaster.

Cookies

The Whatcom County website does not use “cookies” at this time; however, some partner websites may use them. When you link to another website, you are subject to the privacy policy of that new site.

Cookies are simple text files stored on your computer by your web browser. These text files allow for customization of your browsing experience by storing a randomly generated identifying tag on your computer that identifies you as a returning visitor to that website.

Disclaimer (Including External Links)

The Whatcom County website has many links to other sites on the World Wide Web, including sites operated by other government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private businesses. When you link to another site, you are no longer on the Whatcom County web and this Privacy Notice will not apply.

Neither Whatcom County, nor any agency, officer, or employee of Whatcom County warrants the accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of any information published by this website, nor endorses any content, viewpoints, products, or services linked from this website, and shall not be held liable for any losses caused by reliance on the accuracy, reliability, or timeliness of such information.

Any person or entity that relies on any information obtained from this website does so at their own risk.

Information Collected and How It Is Used

If you only browse the site: The web server records certain information about your visit, such as:

  • The Internet Protocol (IP) address and domain name used
  • The type of web browser and operating system you used
  • The date and time you visited this site
  • The web pages or services you accessed
  • The website you visited prior to coming to this site

This information is used to analyze how people use the website to improve its usefulness.

If you volunteer information: If you send email, complete a survey, or fill out a form, the following may be collected:

  • Your email address and message contents
  • Survey responses
  • Form-submitted details for the requested service

Information collected is used to respond to your request, improve services, or forward to the appropriate department for action.

Nondisclosure of Certain Information

Some personal information may be required to complete a specific transaction. Although some records are subject to public inspection, credit card, debit card, electronic check numbers, expiration dates, or bank account details are exempt from disclosure except when required by law (RCW 42.17.310(1)).

Personal Information and Choice

You may choose whether to provide personal information online. Whatcom County does not collect personal information unless voluntarily provided. Choosing not to provide information does not affect your ability to browse the site.

Once provided, personal information may become a public record and be subject to disclosure unless protected by law.

Public Access to Information

Under Washington law, most records are open to public inspection unless exempt by statute. The Public Records Act (RCW 42.56.070) governs disclosure, with certain details redacted to protect privacy.

Review and Correction of Personally Identifiable Information

You may review and correct your personal information using the contact details above.

Security

Whatcom County takes precautions to safeguard personal information you provide. However, no system is completely secure, and this should not be construed as a warranty of absolute security.