Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 9, 2026

Chatham Historical Society (“we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website located at https://chathamhistoricalct.org/. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting it through our compliance with this Privacy Policy.

This policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard information when you visit our website.

1. Information We Collect

Because our website is designed for informational purposes, we do not collect direct personal information through forms, user accounts, or online transactions.

However, we do collect non-personally identifiable information automatically as you navigate through the site. This includes:

• Computer and browser information (IP address, operating system, and browser type).

• Browsing actions (pages viewed, time spent on pages, referral URL, and links clicked)

2. How We Use Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve our content and performance.

Google Analytics uses cookies (small text files placed on your device) to collect standard internet log data and visitor behavior information. This information is transmitted to Google and processed to compile statistical reports on website activity.

Google Analytics does not collect or store direct personal identifiers (such as your name, email address, or phone number).

• To learn more about how Google uses data when you use our site, visit: Google’s Privacy & Terms.

3. Your Choices & Opting Out

You have options regarding how cookies and tracking technologies are used on your device:

• Browser Settings: You can set your web browser to refuse all or some browser cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. If you disable cookies, some parts of this site may not function properly.

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data across all websites by installing the official Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

4. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party platforms (such as our social media pages or local business directories). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or the content of those external sites. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party site you visit.

5. Updates to This Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date” at the top.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: