City of Falls Church – Visit Falls Church Website Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 09.11.2024

At Visit Falls Church, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you visit or interact with our website, www.VisitFallsChurch.com.. By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use the Site:

a. Personal Information

Personal information includes any information that identifies you as an individual. We may collect personal information such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Mailing address
  • Phone number
  • Other contact information you provide

b. Non-Personal Information

We also collect non-personal information that cannot be used to identify you. This may include:

  • Browser type and version
  • IP address
  • Pages viewed and time spent on the Site
  • Referring site information
  • Device information (e.g., desktop, mobile)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

  • Providing services: To respond to your inquiries, requests, or other interactions with the Site.
  • Improving the Site: To analyze usage trends, gather statistical information, and enhance the performance and user experience of the Site.
  • Marketing: To send you promotional communications, newsletters, or other materials related to Visit Falls Church, provided you have opted in to receive such communications.
  • Legal compliance: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce our policies.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following ways:

a. Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us with the operation of the Site and our services (e.g., web hosting, data analysis, email delivery). These service providers are obligated to protect your personal information.

b. Legal Compliance

We may disclose your personal information if required by law or in response to legal processes, such as a subpoena, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of the City of Falls Church or others.

c. Business Transfers

In the event of a reorganization, merger, sale, joint venture, or transfer of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on the Site. Cookies are small text files placed on your device to collect standard internet log information and visitor behavior information. This information is used to track visitor use of the Site and to compile statistical reports on website activity.

You can set your browser to not accept cookies or to remove cookies. However, some features of the Site may not function properly without cookies.

5. Third-Party Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, which are not governed by this Privacy Policy. We are not responsible for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

6. Data Security

We are committed to ensuring the security of your personal information. We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of data transmission over the internet is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information.

7. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected personal information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately, and we will take steps to delete the information.

8. Your Choices

You have the following rights concerning your personal information:

  • Opt-out: You may opt out of receiving promotional emails from us by following the unsubscribe instructions included in those emails.
  • Access and correction: You may request access to your personal information or request corrections to inaccurate information by contacting us.
  • Data deletion: You may request that we delete your personal information, subject to certain legal requirements, by contacting us.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of the policy. Your continued use of the Site following any updates to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

  • Email: visit@thrivedanville.com
  • Phone: 703-248-5004 (TTY)
  • Mailing Address: The City of Falls Church, 300 Park Street, Falls Church, VA 22046