Information You Send Directly
A name, phone number, or address entered into a search form is handled by the provider that operates the resulting search experience. Holland Residents Directory does not retain a copy of those search terms. A message sent to us contains the information included in that message and is used to respond.
Automatic Technical Data
Hosting systems may record ordinary server information, including IP address, browser type, requested pages, and timestamps. Those records are reviewed in aggregate for reliability, security, and broad traffic measurement. Cookies or similar tools may support basic analytics or advertising measurement where used.
How Limited Data Is Used
Technical and contact information is used to operate the reference, diagnose errors, measure general use, and answer messages. We do not sell a visitor list or create individual visitor profiles from ordinary site use.
External Search and Record Links
Links point to Ottawa County, the City of Holland, Michigan agencies, libraries, archives, and third-party search services. Their own terms and privacy policies govern information submitted after leaving this domain, including information submitted through sponsored results.
Service Providers and Disclosure
Hosting, analytics, and support providers may process the limited automatic data described above on our behalf. Information may be disclosed when required by valid legal process. Otherwise, it is not shared except as needed to operate the service.
Security Practices
Reasonable safeguards are used for the limited data described here, including encrypted connections where available. No account, password vault, or personal profile is maintained for readers of the Holland directory pages.
Visitors Under Eighteen
The reference is intended for adults and is not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from a person under 18. If a parent or guardian believes a minor sent information through a contact route, contact us so it can be removed.
Choices About Your Data
Michigan has no comprehensive consumer data-privacy law currently in force that creates a universal deletion right. A request about information held by this reference can be sent through the Contact page; the limited contact and log information under our control will be reviewed. Public records held by Holland, Ottawa County, or Michigan custodians are outside this policy and must be addressed with the originating office.
Policy Changes
Changes take effect when posted here. Continued use after a revised policy is available indicates acceptance of the new version.