The Sitka Tourism Best Management Practices Program (“TBMP,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects the privacy of visitors to this website and is committed to protecting personal information submitted through the site. This Privacy Policy describes the types of information that may be collected, how that information is used, and the circumstances under which information may be shared.

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By using this website, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

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Information We Collect

Information may be collected when voluntarily submitted through website forms, applications, registrations, feedback submissions, or other communications. This information may include:

• Name

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Business or organization information

• Written comments, reports, or feedback

• Uploaded documents, photographs, or other files

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In addition, certain technical information may be collected automatically through website analytics and cookies, including:

• IP address

• Browser type

• Device information

• Referring pages

• Website usage and interaction data

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Use of Information

Information collected through this website may be used for purposes including, but not limited to:

• Responding to inquiries or requests

• Administering participation in the TBMP program

• Reviewing and routing submitted concerns or reports

• Communicating with participating businesses, organizations, or individuals

• Maintaining internal administrative records

• Improving website functionality, performance, and user experience

• Supporting program operations, reporting, and evaluation

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Publicly Displayed Information

Information submitted for business listings, organizational profiles, program participation details, or other public-facing purposes may be published on this website or in associated program materials.

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By submitting information intended for public display, the submitting party acknowledges and consents to such publication.

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Disclosure of Information

TBMP does not sell personal information.

Information submitted through this website may be shared with participating businesses, partner organizations, contractors, governmental entities, or other appropriate parties when reasonably necessary to administer the TBMP program, respond to submitted concerns, provide requested services, or comply with applicable legal obligations.

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Anonymous submissions may be retained for reporting or recordkeeping purposes; however, follow-up communication cannot be provided without sufficient contact information.

 

Cookies and Analytics

This website may utilize cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to collect limited technical and usage information for the purpose of monitoring website performance and improving user experience.

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Users may configure their web browser settings to refuse cookies or alert them when cookies are being used. Certain website features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

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Third-Party Services

This website is hosted through Wix Studio and may incorporate third-party services, including but not limited to embedded content, analytics providers, mapping services, social media integrations, or email communication platforms.

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These third-party services may independently collect or process information in accordance with their respective privacy policies. TBMP is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party providers.

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Data Security

Reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards are maintained to help protect information submitted through this website. However, no method of electronic transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be fully secure, and TBMP makes no guarantee regarding absolute security of submitted information.

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External Links

This website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. TBMP is not responsible for the content, security, or privacy practices of external websites and encourages users to review the privacy policies of those sites independently.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

TBMP reserves the right to revise or update this Privacy Policy at any time without prior notice. Any changes will become effective upon posting to this page. Continued use of the website following the posting of updates constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

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Contact Information

Questions regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of information submitted through this website may be directed to contact@tbmpsitka.com.