The Muskingum County Auditor is committed to providing transparency regarding the collection and use of information on our website, https://muskingum-county-auditors.org. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how they are used on our site, and how users can manage them. Our website provides property and financial information for residents and local government purposes. Understanding the role of cookies helps users navigate the website while maintaining privacy and control over data.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve website functionality, track usage patterns, and provide a better user experience. On our website, cookies do not collect personal information such as names, addresses, or email content without explicit submission by users. Instead, they collect technical and usage data to enhance access to property records, tax information, and county financial data.
Types of Cookies
The Muskingum County Auditor uses different types of cookies for specific purposes:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. They enable basic features such as accessing property records, viewing financial reports, and navigating the website efficiently. Without essential cookies, certain functions may not be available.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies track anonymous usage data to help improve website performance. For example, they provide information about which pages are visited most frequently or how users interact with property assessment pages.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies remember user preferences on the website, such as layout settings or session preferences. This allows the website to provide a smoother experience when returning to property or financial records.
Purpose of Cookies
Cookies on the Muskingum County Auditor website serve several purposes:
- Website Performance: They help monitor site speed and responsiveness to ensure that residents and officials can access property and financial data efficiently.
- User Experience: Cookies allow the website to remember preferences, making navigation easier when accessing property assessments or tax statements.
- Data Analytics: Aggregated information about page visits and navigation patterns helps the Auditor maintain an organized and accessible platform for county records.
Cookies provide insights that allow the office to maintain accurate, timely, and accessible property and financial records for Muskingum County residents.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include limited third-party content or embedded features, such as document viewers or interactive maps. These features may use cookies provided by third-party providers. The Auditor’s office does not control these cookies, and users are encouraged to review the privacy policies of third-party content providers before using such features. Third-party cookies are not used to collect personal information for marketing or commercial purposes. They are primarily implemented to support access to property and financial information and to improve interaction with embedded tools.
Managing Cookies
Users have the ability to manage cookies through their browser settings. Most modern browsers allow users to accept, reject, or delete cookies. Instructions for managing cookies vary by browser, but settings typically allow users to:
- Block or allow all cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Customize cookie preferences for specific websites
By adjusting browser settings, users can control how cookies are stored and limit data collection. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website, including the ability to access property maps, financial reports, or tax information efficiently.
Data Privacy and Security
The Muskingum County Auditor does not use cookies to collect personal information without consent. Any data collected through cookies is anonymized and used solely to enhance access to property and financial records. Disclaimer no personally identifiable information is sold, shared, or used for commercial purposes. The Auditor’s office maintains strict measures to protect property records, financial data, and website information. Cookies are part of a broader effort to ensure accurate record management while providing a secure environment for residents and officials accessing county information.
Legal Compliance
This Cookies Policy complies with applicable federal and state regulations regarding data collection and user privacy. The Muskingum County Auditor maintains transparency regarding the use of cookies and the collection of anonymous data. Users may contact the office at info@muskingum-county-auditors.org for any questions about cookies, data collection, or website information.
Benefits of Cookies
Cookies improve the Muskingum County Auditor website in several ways:
- Enhanced Navigation: Cookies allow users to move between pages, access property records, and review financial reports without repetitive inputs.
- Performance Monitoring: Cookies track website usage to identify slow-loading pages or navigation difficulties.
- Custom Experience: Cookies store anonymous preferences to provide a consistent browsing experience when reviewing property or tax records.
By maintaining cookies, the Auditor’s office ensures that residents can efficiently access property maps, ownership details, tax statements, and financial data.
Transparency and Access
The Muskingum County Auditor values transparency regarding the collection of anonymous data through cookies. Users can review this Cookies Policy at any time to understand how cookies are used, the types of cookies implemented, and how to manage preferences. Cookies are implemented to improve access to property records and financial information while maintaining security, accuracy, and usability for all visitors. By visiting the website, users acknowledge the use of cookies as described in this policy.
Updates to Cookies Policy
The Muskingum County Auditor may update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes in website functionality, technology, or state regulations. Updates will be posted on the website. Users are encouraged to review the policy periodically to remain informed about the use of cookies and data collection practices.
Contact Information
For any questions or clarifications regarding the use of cookies, users may contact:
Email: info@muskingum-county-auditors.org
Website: https://muskingum-county-auditors.org