Chaves County Website Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 10/22/2026

1. Purpose

Chaves County is committed to protecting the privacy of individuals who visit and use its official website. This Privacy Policy explains how information may be collected, used, maintained, and disclosed when accessing County online resources.

By using this website, visitors acknowledge the practices described in this policy.

2. Information Collected

Chaves County may automatically collect certain technical information when visitors access its website, including:

Internet Protocol (IP) address
Browser type and operating system
Date and time of website access
Pages visited and referring websites
Other technical information necessary for website functionality, performance, and security

This information may be used to maintain website operations, improve accessibility, evaluate website performance, and identify potential security concerns.

Chaves County may also collect information voluntarily submitted through online forms, email communications, applications, or other electronic services.

3. Use of Information

Information collected through the County website may be used for legitimate government purposes, including:

Responding to public inquiries and service requests
Providing government services and information
Maintaining website functionality and security
Improving accessibility and the user experience
Meeting applicable legal, administrative, and records management requirements

Chaves County does not sell personal information collected through its official website for commercial marketing purposes.

4. Public Records and Disclosure

As a governmental entity, Chaves County is subject to the New Mexico Inspection of Public Records Act (IPRA) and other applicable laws.

Information submitted to the County through its website, including electronic communications and online forms, may constitute a public record and may be subject to disclosure as required by law.

Certain information may be protected from disclosure under applicable federal or state laws.

Visitors should avoid submitting sensitive personal information unless specifically requested through an authorized and appropriate County service.

5. Cookies and Website Analytics

The County website may use cookies or similar technologies to support website functionality, maintain security, and evaluate website usage.

Depending on the technologies implemented, third-party service providers may process limited technical information to support these functions.

Visitors may manage cookie preferences through their browser settings; however, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Information Security

Chaves County implements administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards intended to protect information and maintain the security of its technology resources.

While the County takes reasonable measures to protect its systems, no website or electronic transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Visitors are encouraged to exercise caution when transmitting sensitive information electronically.

7. Third-Party Websites and Services

The County website may contain links to external websites, applications, payment processors, or services operated by third parties.

Chaves County does not control the privacy practices, security measures, or content of external websites.

Visitors are encouraged to review the privacy policies of third-party services before providing personal information.

8. Information Retention

Information collected or received through the County website may be retained in accordance with applicable federal and state laws, records retention requirements, and County policies.

Records will be maintained or disposed of in accordance with applicable legal and administrative requirements.

9. Children's Privacy

The County website is intended to provide government information and services to the general public.

Chaves County does not knowingly solicit personal information from children through its general informational website except where necessary for an authorized government service.

Parents and guardians are encouraged to supervise children's use of online services.

10. Changes to This Policy

Chaves County reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy as necessary to reflect changes in technology, website functionality, legal requirements, or County operations.

Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.