Cookies Policy – Seminole County Property Appraiser

At Seminole County Property Appraiser, accessible from seminolecounty-propertyappraiser.org, we recognize the importance of your privacy and the use of cookies on our website. This Cookies Policy outlines what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use. By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

Understanding Cookies

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or device by your web browser when you visit a website. They are widely used to improve user experience, gather analytics, and enhance website functionality. Cookies can be categorized into various types, including:

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functionalities such as page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. Without these cookies, the website cannot function as intended.
  • Performance Cookies: These cookies collect data on how visitors interact with the website, helping us understand user behavior and improve the site’s performance. For example, these cookies allow us to analyze which pages are most visited and identify any issues users may encounter.
  • Functional Cookies: These cookies enable the website to remember user preferences and provide enhanced features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
  • Targeting Cookies: These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They can be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store personal information directly but rely on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

How We Use Cookies

At Seminole County Property Appraiser, we use cookies to enhance your experience while using our website. The main purposes for which we use cookies include:

  • To ensure the website functions correctly and securely.
  • To analyze website traffic and user behavior for performance improvement.
  • To remember your preferences and enhance your browsing experience.
  • To deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use several types of cookies on our website:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that remain in your browser until you leave the site. They are used to manage your session on our website and ensure smooth navigation.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you manually delete them. They help us remember your preferences and actions across multiple visits.
  • Third-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by domains other than the one you are visiting. They are used by third parties for tracking and advertising purposes.

Managing Cookies

You have the option to control or delete cookies at any time. Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies, or notify you when cookies are being sent. However, please note that if you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

To manage cookies in popular browsers, follow these instructions:

  • Google Chrome: Open Chrome, click on the three-dot menu, select “Settings,” scroll down to “Privacy and security,” and click on “Cookies and other site data.” Here, you can manage your cookie preferences.
  • Mozilla Firefox: Open Firefox, click on the three-line menu, select “Options,” and navigate to “Privacy & Security.” Under the “Cookies and Site Data” section, you can manage your settings.
  • Microsoft Edge: Open Edge, click on the three-dot menu, select “Settings,” navigate to “Privacy, search, and services,” and under “Cookies and site permissions,” you can adjust your cookie preferences.
  • Safari: Open Safari, click on “Preferences,” then “Privacy.” Here, you can manage your cookie settings.

You may also opt to use browser add-ons or extensions to enhance your control over cookies.

Cookies and Analytics

We may use analytics cookies to gather information about how visitors use our website. This information helps us improve our website and user experience. Analytics cookies may include:

  • Google Analytics: Google Analytics is a web analytics service provided by Google that uses cookies to analyze how users engage with our website. You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
  • Other Analytics Services: We may use additional analytics tools to understand user interactions and improve our website. These services also utilize cookies to gather relevant data.

Cookies and Advertising

In some instances, we may use cookies for advertising purposes. These cookies allow us to deliver advertisements that are relevant to your interests based on your browsing behavior. They may track your online activity across different websites.

  • Targeted Advertising: We may use third-party advertising networks that use cookies to serve ads based on your previous visits to our website or other sites. You can manage your ad preferences by visiting the websites of these advertising networks.

By continuing to use our website, you provide your consent for us to place cookies on your device. If you do not agree to the use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.

Changes to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates. The date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Cookies Policy, please contact us at: