Privacy Policy

Last Updated: Sep 20, 2025

Eat Lake County (“we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you interact with our website, email newsletters, and social media channels.By using Eat Lake County, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

  • Email address and name when you subscribe to our newsletter or sign up for updates.
  • Information you share in surveys, contests, comments, or direct communication with us.

Information Collected Automatically

  • Basic analytics data (such as your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited).
  • Cookies and tracking technologies (for site performance, analytics, and personalization).

Interaction data from social media platforms when you engage with our posts or follow links.

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Send you newsletters, updates, and promotional content.
  • Improve our website, content, and user experience.
  • Track audience engagement and better understand our community.
  • Share content, promotions, and offers from Eat Lake County.
  • Explore ways to monetize Eat Lake County in the future (such as sponsored content, affiliate links, or advertising partnerships).

Sharing of Information

We may share your information:

  • With trusted service providers (such as email platforms, analytics providers, and hosting services) who help us operate Eat Lake County.
  • With advertisers or partners in aggregated or anonymized form (so you are not personally identified).
  • If required by law, regulation, or legal process.

We do not sell your personal information.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies, pixels, and similar tools to:

  • Track website traffic and measure performance.
  • Understand what content is most engaging.
  • Deliver relevant promotions or advertising.

You can adjust your browser settings to limit or block cookies, though some features may not function properly without them.

Your Choices and Rights

  • You may unsubscribe from our emails anytime using the link at the bottom of each message.
  • You may request that we update or delete your personal information by contacting us at info@eatlakecounty.com.
  • If you are located in regions with specific privacy laws (such as the EU or California), you may have additional rights regarding access, deletion, or restriction of your data.

Data Retention

We keep personal information only as long as necessary to provide services, fulfill our purposes, and comply with legal obligations.

Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your information, but no system is 100% secure. Please use caution when sharing information online.

Children’s Privacy

Eat Lake County is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: info@eatlakecounty.com
Mailing Address: 267 Rock Hall Ct., Grayslake, IL 60030