Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 14, 2026
This Privacy Policy describes how Explore Stone County (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, uses, and discloses your information when you visit or use https://explorestonecounty.com/ (the “Site”).
By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
- Contact information (name, email address, phone number, mailing address)
- Account credentials (username, password)
- Payment information (processed by our third-party payment provider; we do not store full card details)
- Any other information you choose to submit through forms, surveys, or communications
Information Collected Automatically
- Log data: IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, time and date of visits, referring URLs
- Cookies and tracking technologies: See Section 5 below
- Usage data: How you interact with the Site (clicks, scroll depth, features used)
Information from Third Parties
- Information from social media platforms if you log in or interact with us through them
- Information from analytics or advertising partners
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain the Site
- Process transactions and send related information
- Respond to inquiries, comments, and customer service requests
- Send administrative information, updates, and marketing communications (where permitted)
- Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve the Site
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or illegal activity
- Comply with legal obligations
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:
- Service providers: Third parties who perform services on our behalf (e.g., hosting, payment processing, analytics, email delivery)
- Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- Legal requirements: When required by law, subpoena, or to protect our rights, property, or safety
- With your consent: For any other purpose disclosed to you at the time of collection
4. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on the Site and store certain information. Types of cookies we may use:
- Essential cookies: Necessary for the Site to function
- Performance/analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the Site
- Functional cookies: Remember your preferences
- Advertising cookies: Used to deliver relevant ads
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.
6. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your information
- Object to or restrict certain processing
- Request a copy of your information in a portable format
- Withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)
- Opt out of marketing communications
To exercise these rights, contact us at [contact email].
For California residents (CCPA/CPRA): You have the right to know, delete, and opt out of the sale/sharing of personal information, and the right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights.
For EU/UK residents (GDPR): Our legal bases for processing include consent, contract performance, legal obligation, and legitimate interests. You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to children under 13 (or 16, where applicable). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with information, please contact us so we can delete it.
9. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date.
12. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
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