PRIVACY POLICY

A LEGAL DISCLAIMER

The 43rd Ward Office values your trust and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

Information We Collect

When you visit our website, we may collect the following types of information:

Personal Information You Provide:
- Name, email address, phone number, and any details you include when submitting our contact form.
Technical Information:
- Basic details automatically collected when you use our site, such as your IP address, browser type, and the pages you visit. This information helps us improve the website’s functionality and security.

How We Use Your Information

We collect and use your information only to:

Respond to your inquiries and requests.
Assist you with city services, ward-related concerns, or community issues.
Improve our services and communications with residents.
Ensure the security and performance of the website.

We do not use your personal information for commercial or marketing purposes.

Sharing of Information

The 43rd Ward Office does not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
Your information may only be shared:

With other City of Chicago departments or agencies, if necessary to respond to your inquiry.
As required by law, such as in response to a valid legal request.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information. However, electronic communications via the internet are not always fully secure. Please avoid submitting sensitive personal information (such as Social Security numbers, financial information, or medical records) through our online contact form.

Cookies and Website Data

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve usability and gather non-identifying statistics about website traffic. You can adjust your browser settings to refuse cookies, though this may affect some site functionality.

Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed toward children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Request access to the information you have provided.
Request corrections to your personal information.
Request that your personal information be deleted, subject to legal or administrative requirements.

To exercise these rights, please contact the 43rd Ward Office directly.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may contain links to other City of Chicago websites or third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external websites

Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. The most recent version will always be available on this page.

Last updated: September, 2025