Website Disclaimer
Village of Ossining, New York
Effective Date: January 14, 2026
1. Purpose and scope
This Website Privacy Policy explains how the Village of Ossining collects and uses information through its official website, www.villageofossiningny.gov. This policy applies only to information collected through this website. It does not apply to information collected offline or through third-party websites that may be linked from this site.
2. Information you choose to provide
You may choose to provide personal information when you use website features such as contact forms, service requests, email subscriptions, or other online submissions. This information may include your name, email address, phone number, and the content of your message or request. We use this information to respond to your inquiry, provide requested services, and communicate with you.
3. Information collected automatically
When you visit the website, certain information may be collected automatically to help the Village operate and improve the site. This may include:
- Internet Protocol (IP) address
- Browser and device type
- Date and time of access
- Pages visited and links clicked
- Referring websites
This information is used in aggregate to maintain security, monitor performance, and improve website content and usability.
4. Cookies and similar technologies
The Village website uses cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, improve performance, enhance accessibility, and protect the website from misuse.
Security and abuse prevention
We use security and anti-spam tools (such as bot detection and CAPTCHA) to help protect the website and prevent fraudulent or automated submissions.
Website analytics and performance monitoring
We use website analytics and performance monitoring tools to understand how visitors use the website and to identify technical issues. These tools may collect information such as page views, time spent on pages, navigation patterns, browser or device type, and general location information. We use this information in aggregate to improve website content, reliability, and performance.
Accessibility and quality monitoring
We use tools that help monitor accessibility and website quality. These tools can help identify broken links, accessibility issues, and other technical concerns so the site can better serve the public.
Language and translation features
The website includes translation features provided by third parties. These features may use cookies or similar technologies to remember language preferences and support translation functionality.
Embedded media and third-party content
Some pages may include embedded content, such as videos hosted on third-party platforms. When you view or interact with embedded content, the third party may use cookies or similar technologies. Some of those cookies may be used by the third party for analytics, performance, or advertising-related purposes, and are controlled by the third party.
Your choices
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. If you choose to disable cookies, some website features may not function as intended. If you want to limit Google Analytics tracking, Google offers an opt-out browser add-on. You can also adjust browser settings to manage cookies.
5. We do not buy or sell personal information
The Village of Ossining does not buy or sell personal information collected through this website.
6. Sharing of information
Information collected through this website may be shared only as necessary:
- With service providers that help host, operate, or maintain the website
- To comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal requests
- To protect the security and integrity of the website and Village systems
Service providers are expected to use the information only to perform services for the Village.
7. Public records and FOIL
Information submitted to the Village may be subject to disclosure under the New York Freedom of Information Law, unless an exemption applies. If you have concerns about submitting sensitive information online, please contact the Village for alternative methods.
8. Data retention
Website submissions and related records are retained in accordance with applicable New York State records retention and disposition requirements.
9. Data security
The Village takes reasonable steps to protect information collected through the website. However, no website or internet transmission can be guaranteed to be completely secure. Please use caution when submitting information online.
10. External links
This website contains links to third-party websites and services. When you leave the Village website, the privacy practices of the third party apply. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
11. Children’s privacy
This website is intended for a general audience and is not designed to collect personal information from children under the age of 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal information through the website, please contact the Village.
12. Changes to this policy
The Village may update this Website Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the effective date at the top of this page.
13. Contact information
If you have questions about this Website Privacy Policy, please contact:
Village of Ossining
16 Croton Avenue
Ossining, NY 10562
914-941-3554
webmaster@villageofossiningny.gov