Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 1, 2026

The Economic Development Corporation of Jefferson County (“EDC,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when you visit our website.

Information We Collect

When you visit our website, we may collect information in the following ways:

Information You Provide

If you complete a contact form, request information, subscribe to updates, or otherwise communicate with us, we may collect information such as:

  • Name
  • Company or organization
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Any information you choose to include in your message

You provide this information voluntarily.

Automatically Collected Information

Like many websites, we use analytics tools to better understand how visitors use our website. This information may include:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Referring website
  • General geographic location
  • Date and time of your visit

This information is collected in aggregate and helps us improve the website and user experience.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Provide information about EDC programs and services
  • Improve the functionality and content of our website
  • Analyze website performance and visitor engagement
  • Communicate with individuals who have requested information

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and collect website usage information.

You may choose to disable cookies through your browser settings; however, some portions of the website may not function as intended.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects information such as pages viewed, time spent on the site, and general usage patterns.

You can learn more about how Google uses information collected through Google Analytics by visiting Google’s Privacy Policy.

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party service providers to operate portions of our website, including online forms and website analytics. These providers process information on our behalf in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable laws.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect the information you provide. However, no method of transmitting information over the Internet or storing electronic data is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Links to Other Websites

Our website may include links to external websites operated by other organizations. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit.

Children’s Privacy

This website is intended for general audiences and is not directed toward children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Economic Development Corporation of Jefferson County
639 Old State Road
P.O. Box 790
Festus, MO 63028

Phone: (636) 931-1009

Email: info@edcjeffco.org