Privacy Policy
Effective Date: June 1, 2026
The Adams County Fair ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide through our website, online forms, event registration systems, exhibitor applications, vendor applications, ticketing systems, and related services (collectively, the "Services").
This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you regarding your information.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Voluntarily Provide
We may collect information that you submit through our website, including:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Fair entry information
- Livestock or competition registration information
- Vendor and exhibitor applications
- Sponsorship inquiries
- Contest registrations
- Contact form submissions
- Other information voluntarily submitted through online forms
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Operating system
- Referring website
- Pages viewed
- Date and time of visits
This information is used to improve website functionality, security, and user experience.
Cookies and Analytics
Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to enhance functionality and analyze website traffic. Third-party analytics providers, such as Google Analytics, may collect information regarding website usage.
You may configure your browser to refuse cookies; however, some website features may not function properly.
2. How We Use Your Information
We may use collected information to:
- Process registrations, applications, and entries
- Communicate regarding fair events, schedules, and updates
- Respond to questions and support requests
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Maintain website security and prevent misuse
- Comply with legal obligations and fair administration requirements
3. Sharing of Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information.
We may share information with:
- Service providers who assist in operating the website or fair-related services
- Event partners, contractors, or vendors as necessary to facilitate fair operations
- Government agencies or legal authorities when required by law
- Other parties when necessary to protect the rights, safety, or property of the Adams County Fair and its visitors
4. Data Security
We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal information.
While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure.
5. Third-Party Services and Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms, ticketing services, sponsor websites, exhibitor portals, or other external services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party websites. We encourage users to review the privacy policies of those services before providing personal information.
6. Children's Privacy
The Adams County Fair serves families and youth participants; however, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without appropriate parental or guardian involvement where required by law.
If you believe a child has provided personal information without proper consent, please contact us so that we may address the situation.
7. Your Rights and Choices
You may request to:
- Access information we maintain about you
- Correct inaccurate information
- Request deletion of personal information where permitted by law
Requests may be submitted using the contact information below.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page along with an updated Effective Date.
Your continued use of the website following the posting of changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact:
Adams County Fair
Website: https://www.adamscofair.com
For privacy-related inquiries, please use the contact form available on the website or contact the Fair Board through the official contact information listed on the website.