Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Borough is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit and interact with the Site. This Privacy Policy describes the types of information collected, how it is used, and the steps taken to safeguard your data.

2. Information Collected

• Automatically Collected Data: Our servers may collect information such as IP addresses, browser types, and access times to analyze Site usage and improve user experience.
• Voluntarily Provided Data: If you choose to fill out online forms, subscribe to newsletters, or submit service requests, we may collect personally identifiable information such as names, addresses, phone numbers, or email addresses.

3. Use of Cookies

The Site may use cookies or similar technologies to enhance user experience. You may adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies or to alert you when cookies are being sent. However, some Site features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

4. How We Use Your Information

Collected information may be used to:

• Respond to inquiries and service requests.
• Improve the content and functionality of the Site.
• Notify users about updates, changes, or emergency alerts.
• Comply with legal and regulatory obligations.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

The Borough does not sell or rent personally identifiable information. We may share user data only when necessary to fulfill a service request or as required by law (for example, in response to lawful subpoenas or to meet Open Public Records Act (OPRA) obligations).

6. Data Security

We employ industry-standard measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. Despite these safeguards, no data transmission over the internet can be guaranteed entirely secure. You acknowledge that you provide your personal information at your own risk.

7. Third-Party Services

We may integrate third-party services or social media widgets that collect user data according to their own policies. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external services you visit or use through links on the Site.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Site is not specifically directed to children under 13, nor does the Borough knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has submitted personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove that data as appropriate.

9. Changes to Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated policy will take effect upon posting.

10. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns regarding this Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, please contact:

Borough Hall: 198 N. Washington Ave., Bergenfield, NJ 07621

Phone: (201) 387-4055