Privacy
Last Updated: May 28, 2026
At the Town of Berkshire, we are committed to protecting your privacy while providing you with high-quality municipal services. This policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we keep it safe. By using our website, you agree to these practices.
1. Data We Collect
We collect data to ensure our website functions correctly and to deliver the information you have requested.
2. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies—small files stored on your device—to understand how people use our site and to improve your experience. We also use beacons, tags, and scripts to analyze traffic.
3. How We Use Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party providers to help us run our site. They are contractually obligated to keep your data private and are prohibited from using it for any purpose other than performing their tasks for the Town.
We strive to use industry-standard measures to protect your personal data. However, please be aware that no transmission of data over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of information stored or transmitted through our site.
5. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external sites. We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to read the privacy policy of every website you visit.
6. Updates to this Policy
We may update this policy occasionally to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. We will post any updates directly on this page.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about how your data is handled, please reach out to the Town Clerk
At the Town of Berkshire, we are committed to protecting your privacy while providing you with high-quality municipal services. This policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, and how we keep it safe. By using our website, you agree to these practices.
1. Data We Collect
We collect data to ensure our website functions correctly and to deliver the information you have requested.
- Contact Information: When you sign up for newsletters or notifications, we collect your name, email address, and phone number. We use this only to send you the specific updates you’ve requested. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any email we send, or by contacting us directly.
- Usage Data: To help us improve the website, we automatically collect technical information, such as:
- Your IP address and device identifiers.
- Browser type and version.
- Pages visited, the date and time of your visit, and time spent on each page.
- General mobile device information if you are accessing the site via a smartphone or tablet.
2. Cookies & Tracking
We use cookies—small files stored on your device—to understand how people use our site and to improve your experience. We also use beacons, tags, and scripts to analyze traffic.
- Your Control: You can set your browser to refuse cookies. Please note that some features of our website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
3. How We Use Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party providers to help us run our site. They are contractually obligated to keep your data private and are prohibited from using it for any purpose other than performing their tasks for the Town.
- Analytics (Google Analytics): We use this to understand our website traffic. Google may use this data to provide insights and personalize its own services. You can opt out of this tracking by using browser extensions or privacy software.
We strive to use industry-standard measures to protect your personal data. However, please be aware that no transmission of data over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of information stored or transmitted through our site.
5. Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external sites. We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. We encourage you to read the privacy policy of every website you visit.
6. Updates to this Policy
We may update this policy occasionally to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. We will post any updates directly on this page.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about how your data is handled, please reach out to the Town Clerk