Privacy Policy

Introduction

LehighValley.com respects your privacy and is committed to being transparent about how we collect, use, and protect your information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we gather when you visit our website, how we use that information, and the choices you have regarding your data.

We believe in clear communication. This policy is written in plain English to help you understand our practices. If you have questions after reading this policy, please contact us at Team@LehighValley.com.

Information We Collect

When you visit LehighValley.com, we may collect certain information automatically and information you choose to provide to us directly.

Information You Provide

You may choose to provide personal information when you interact with our website, such as when you submit event listings, contact us, sign up for newsletters, or participate in community features. This may include your name, email address, phone number, business information, or other details you voluntarily share.

Information Collected Automatically

Like most websites, we automatically collect certain technical information when you visit our site. This includes your IP address, browser type, device information, operating system, referring URLs, pages viewed, and the dates and times of your visits. We use standard web technologies such as cookies and similar tracking tools to collect this information.

We also use analytics services to understand how visitors use our website. These services collect information about your interactions with our site, such as which pages you visit and how long you spend on each page. This helps us improve our content and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for several purposes related to operating and improving LehighValley.com:

We use your information to provide and maintain our website services, including displaying content, processing submissions, responding to inquiries, and delivering newsletters or updates you request. We analyze usage patterns to understand how people interact with our site and to identify areas for improvement.

We may use your information to communicate with you about your submissions, respond to your questions, send you updates about the Lehigh Valley region, or notify you of changes to our services or policies.

We use technical information to maintain website security, prevent fraud or abuse, diagnose technical problems, and ensure our site functions properly across different devices and browsers.

We may display advertising on our website, and we work with advertising partners who use cookies and similar technologies to show relevant ads based on your browsing activity. These partners may collect information about your visits to our site and other websites to provide targeted advertising.

We Do Not Sell Your Personal Data

LehighValley.com does not sell your personal information to third parties. We do not exchange your personal data for money or other valuable consideration. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to maintaining your trust.

While we may share certain information with service providers who help us operate our website (such as hosting providers, analytics services, or email delivery platforms), these relationships are not sales. These service providers are contractually obligated to use your information only to provide services to us and to protect your information appropriately.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

We work with service providers and business partners who perform functions on our behalf, such as website hosting, data analysis, email delivery, and advertising services. These third parties have access to your information only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

If you submit content to be published on our website (such as event listings or business information), that content may be displayed publicly and may be indexed by search engines. Please do not submit information you wish to keep private.

We may disclose your information if required by law, legal process, or government request, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a legal request.

If LehighValley.com is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

LehighValley.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and understand how you use our site.

We use different types of cookies: some are essential for the website to function properly, while others help us analyze site usage, remember your preferences, or deliver relevant advertising. Third-party services we use, such as analytics providers and advertising networks, may also place cookies on your device.

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, services, and social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. When you click on a third-party link, you are leaving LehighValley.com and are subject to the privacy policy and terms of that external site.

We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. We do not control and are not responsible for the data collection or privacy practices of third parties.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or destruction. We implement standard security practices and technical safeguards designed to protect the information we collect.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You provide your information at your own risk.

We encourage you to take steps to protect your own information, such as using strong passwords and being cautious about the information you share online.

Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will delete or anonymize it in accordance with our data retention policies.

The length of time we retain information depends on the type of information and the purposes for which we use it. For example, we may retain certain technical information for a shorter period than information you provide directly to us.

Your Privacy Choices

You have choices regarding your information and how we use it:

If you receive marketing emails from us, you can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the email or by contacting us directly. Please note that even if you opt out of marketing communications, we may still send you non-promotional messages related to your use of our services.

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or delete existing cookies. Please note that disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

If you have submitted information to us and would like to update, correct, or request deletion of that information, please contact us at Team@LehighValley.com. We will respond to your request in accordance with applicable law.

Depending on your location, you may have additional rights regarding your personal information, such as the right to access, correct, or delete your data, or to object to certain processing activities. We respect your privacy rights and will honor reasonable requests in accordance with applicable law.

Children's Privacy

LehighValley.com is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at Team@LehighValley.com.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information. Your continued use of LehighValley.com after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

If we make material changes to how we handle your personal information, we will provide additional notice, such as by posting a prominent announcement on our website or sending you an email if we have your email address on file.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or comments about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: Team@LehighValley.com

We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your inquiry in a timely manner.