West Douglas County Fire Protection District (“WDCFPD,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy of our residents, volunteers, supporters, and website visitors. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and how we keep it secure.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit our website or interact with us online:
a. Information You Provide Directly
This includes:
Contact information (name, email address, phone number)
Information submitted through online forms (e.g., volunteer interest, membership applications)
Documents you choose to upload
Messages, comments, or requests you submit
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our website, basic technical information may be collected automatically, including:
IP address
Browser type
Device type
Pages visited
Date and time of access
We use this information only to improve website performance and security.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
Respond to your requests and inquiries
Process volunteer or membership-related submissions
Provide district information, emergency updates, and community resources
Improve website functionality and user experience
Maintain security and protect district systems
We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes.
3. How We Protect Your Information
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect the information we collect. However, no online transmission or storage system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
4. Third-Party Services
Our website may contain links to third-party sites (e.g., mapping tools, donation platforms, form builders). These services operate independently and may collect their own information. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
5. Cookies and Tracking
Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and analyze usage. You can adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies if desired.
6. Children’s Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
7. Public Records Notice
As a Colorado fire protection district, some information submitted to us may be subject to disclosure under the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) unless an exemption applies. Sensitive personal information (e.g., medical info, financial account numbers) is protected and will not be released.
8. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.