Effective Date: [Last update: 5/19/2025]
Welcome to DeKalb Life!
Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how DeKalb Life (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website https://dekalblife.com/ (“Site”).
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
a. Personal Information
You may voluntarily provide personal information such as:
Name
Email address
Phone number
City/state or travel preferences
Any information you submit through contact forms, newsletter signups, or Visitor’s Guide mailing forms.
b. Automatically Collected Information
When you use our Site, we may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type
Device information
Pages visited and time spent on the Site
Referral URLs
This is collected through cookies and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
Respond to inquiries and provide customer service
Send newsletters or marketing communications (if you opt-in)
Improve website functionality and content
Analyze usage trends to enhance user experience
Promote tourism and events in DeKalb, IL
3. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information with:
Third-party service providers (e.g., email marketing platforms, analytics tools)
Government or legal authorities when required by law
Partners and affiliates with your explicit consent
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies to:
Enhance site performance
Remember your preferences
Track website usage for analytics
You may disable cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may not function properly.
5. Data Security
We take reasonable measures to protect your data using industry-standard security practices. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.
6. Third-Party Links
Our Site may link to third-party websites or social media platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these websites. Please review their privacy policies before sharing any personal information.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:
Email: info@dekalblife.com
Mailing Address: PO Box #69, DeKalb, IL 60115.