Aurora Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Privacy Policy

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The Aurora Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (AACVB) knows that you value your privacy. That's why we do everything we can to protect your personal information and why we don't share your information with third parties. This privacy policy explains what personal information we collect, what we do with it, what we don't do with it, and how we keep it safe. By visiting enjoyaurora.com, you are accepting the practices described in this privacy policy.

I. Who Does This Privacy Policy Apply To?

This Privacy Policy applies to the conduct of AACVB, and those independent contractors who operate portions of this website on AACVB's behalf, as their conduct relates to this website. When we use the terms website or this website, we mean those webpages and website described and defined in the Terms and Conditions of Use. This Privacy Policy does not apply to the practices of companies that AACVB does not own or control, or to people that AACVB does not employ or manage. Third party websites that you connect to through this website are not under AACVB's control and are subject to their own privacy policies rather than this Privacy Policy. For more information about linking to third party websites through this website, please see the Terms and Conditions of Use.

II. What Information Does AACVB Collect?

In order to serve you better, it is necessary for AACVB to collect certain information. The type of information that AACVB collects depends on what you do when you visit our website. A. Information That You Provide to Us In order to send you a FREE visitors guide or our the FREE e-news that you can request from our site, you will need to provide us with some personal information about yourself. Examples of the information that we collect includes: (1) your name; (2) your postal address; (4) your e-mail address; (5) how you heard about our website; etc. B. Information That We Collect Automatically We also collect certain types of information automatically whenever you access and use our website. Examples of the information we collect automatically include: (1) the browser software you are using; (2) the date and time you access our website; (3) the Internet address of the website from which you linked directly to our website; etc. C. Collection of Personal Information from Children AACVB believes that it is extremely important to protect children's personal information. As such, AACVB does not collect any personal information that can be identified with anyone under the age of 16. In fact, as discussed in our Terms and Conditions, no one under the age of 16 is allowed to use any features of this website that result in our actively collecting personal information, such as requesting a FREE visitors guide.

III. What Does AACVB Do with the Information It Collects?

The primary reason why we collect information from you is to provide you with the services that you request and to enhance your experience at our website. Services such as the free mailing of the Aurora Area Visitors Guide would be impossible without the personal information that you provide to us. We also use the information we collect to make sure that our website provides you with the resources you need and the level of quality you expect. For example, information about the sections of the website that people visit most frequently and least frequently helps us to decides which features website users find useful and which features need some changes. In addition to our internal use of the information we collect, your personal information is used to help make sure that you receive all the information you need to make your stay in the Aurora area as pleasant as possible. One way we do this is by using your e-mail address to send you periodic updates about the Aurora area. We do NOT share your information with outside vendors and mailing organizations. If you have subscribed to our regular e-news emails and prefer that AACVB not email you anymore, you can unsubscribe on our website, or by calling us at 800-477-4369.

IV. What Kind of Security Does AACVB Use to Protect Your Privacy?

First, we do not willingly share your information with any third parties. Second, we know that when you provide us with any type of information, you're trusting us to keep it safe from unauthorized intrusion. We take reasonable steps, through the use of updated security software and protocols, to ensure that your personal information is safe.

V. What Do You Need to Do to Protect Your Personal Information?

You have several options when deciding how you can best protect your personal information. One option is simply not to volunteer any personal information. This approach would prevent you from receiving a free visitors guide or free e-news emails. Another option is to configure your Web browser to refuse all new cookies, to notify you whenever you are about to receive a new cookie, or to disable cookies completely. The Federal Trade Commission's website also offers useful information about how to protect your personal information while on the Internet.

VI. How Can You Correct the Personal Information on Record with Us?

We know that you want the information we have on record about you to be as complete and accurate as possible. We feel the same way, since maintaining accurate information is essential to our efforts to give you the best possible experience when you visit our website. That's why we encourage you to correct any information that might be outdated or otherwise invalid. It's easy to make changes. Simply use our website or contact us by telephone at 800-477-4369.

VII. Amendments to AACVB's Privacy Policy

From time to time, it may be necessary for AACVB to amend this Privacy Policy. You are responsible for regularly reviewing this Privacy Policy so that you will be aware of any changes. Please note that your continued use of this website means that you accept the amendments to this Privacy Policy.