Privacy Policy
Last updated: April 2026
Introduction
Sequatchie County Government respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect when you visit sequatchiecountytn.gov, how we use it, and the choices you have.
This policy applies only to this website. It does not apply to external websites linked from our site, or to information we collect outside of this website through other channels (such as paper forms, in-person visits, or phone calls).
Information We Collect Automatically
When you visit our website, our web server automatically logs basic technical information, including:
- Your Internet Protocol (IP) address
- The date and time of your visit
- The pages you viewed and the order in which you viewed them
- The web browser and operating system you used
- The website that referred you to us, if any
This information is used for technical administration of the website, to understand how the site is used, and to maintain security. We do not attempt to identify individual visitors from this information.
Information You Provide
We collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:
- Submit a contact form or request
- Subscribe to notifications or mailing lists
- Apply for a grant or permit online
- Send us an email
The information collected varies by form but may include your name, address, phone number, email address, and the content of your message. We only collect information necessary to respond to your request or provide the service you requested.
How We Use Your Information
Information collected through this website is used to:
- Respond to your inquiries and requests
- Provide the services you have requested
- Maintain official records where required by Tennessee law
- Improve the content and performance of our website
- Comply with legal obligations
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
Public Records
Please be aware that under the Tennessee Public Records Act, communications with government offices may be considered public records subject to disclosure. If you wish to communicate sensitive information confidentially, please contact the relevant office by phone or in person rather than through this website.
Cookies and Similar Technologies
A "cookie" is a small text file stored by your browser. This website uses cookies only for essential technical purposes:
- Session cookies — used to maintain login state for authorized administrators. These expire when you close your browser.
- Security cookies — used to prevent cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks on form submissions.
We do not use cookies for advertising, tracking across other websites, or profiling visitors. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though doing so may prevent administrators from logging in.
Third-Party Services
Our website uses a limited number of third-party services to provide features. When you use these features, the third party may receive and log information about your visit:
- Google Fonts — loads website typography. Google may log the IP address of your visit.
- Google Translate — if you choose to translate the site, Google receives the content being translated.
- TinyMCE (Tiny Technologies) — loaded only on admin pages to provide a rich text editor. Does not affect public visitors.
- YouTube — if a page contains an embedded YouTube video, loading that video shares information with YouTube.
These services have their own privacy policies which govern their handling of data. We do not control and are not responsible for these third-party practices.
External Links
Our website contains links to other websites operated by state agencies, federal agencies, and private organizations. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of these external sites. You should review the privacy policy of any external site you visit.
Security
We take reasonable measures to protect the information collected through this website, including:
- Encrypting all data transmitted between your browser and our server (HTTPS)
- Restricting administrative access to authorized personnel
- Regularly applying security updates
- Monitoring the site for unauthorized changes
However, no internet transmission or electronic storage method is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Children's Privacy
This website is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us information, please contact us and we will delete it.
Your Choices
You have the right to:
- Request access to any personal information we have collected about you through this website
- Request corrections to inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (subject to public records retention requirements under Tennessee law)
- Opt out of any non-essential communications you have subscribed to
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise any of the rights described above, please contact us:
Sequatchie County Government
Dunlap, Tennessee 37327
Phone: (423) 949-2515
You can also reach specific departments through our Directory.