Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 1-OCT-2025

The Marion Emergency Radio Team (MERT) operates the website kg4nxo.com (“Site”). MERT is a volunteer division of the Marion County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that your personal data is handled responsibly.

Public Disclaimer

Public Disclaimer: The opinions expressed herein do not reflect and are not endorsed by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office Division of Emergency Management. MERT assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of this site. The information contained in this site is provided on an “as is” basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness. Questions should be directed to: KG4NXO@marionso.com

1. Information We Collect

  • Personal Information: Information voluntarily provided (e.g., name, email address) when submitting inquiries or registering for activities.
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring site, and usage data automatically collected via analytics tools and cookies.
  • Communications: Copies of correspondence when you contact us.

2. How We Use Information

  • Respond to inquiries and provide requested information.
  • Communicate regarding training, exercises, or events.
  • Maintain and improve website functionality.
  • Comply with applicable laws and regulations.

We do not sell or rent personal data to third parties.

3. Cookies and Tracking

Our Site may use cookies or similar technologies to improve user experience and analyze traffic. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Some features of the Site may not function properly without cookies.

4. Data Retention

Personal information is retained only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected or as required by law.

5. Data Sharing

  • Authorized service providers who assist in website operations.
  • Law enforcement or governmental authorities when required by applicable law.

6. Data Security

We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to safeguard personal information. However, no website or electronic storage method can guarantee absolute security.

7. GDPR Compliance (For Visitors in the EU/EEA)

If you are located in the EU/EEA, you may have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate data.
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data.
  • Restriction: Request limits on data processing.
  • Objection: Object to certain uses of your data.
  • Portability: Request transfer of your data to another organization.

To exercise your rights, contact us at KG4NXO@marionso.com.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed at children under the age of 16, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Effective Date” will be updated accordingly. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

10. Contact Us

Marion Emergency Radio Team (MERT)
Email: KG4NXO@marionso.com
Website: https://kg4nxo.com