Web Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information You Voluntarily Provide
You are not required to provide personal information to access information on this website. However, you may choose to share information such as your:
– Name
– Email address
– Phone number
– Mailing address
– Business or project details (e.g., when applying for grants or contacting DED)

This information is collected when you complete forms, register for programs, submit feedback, or engage with online services.

b. Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our site, we automatically collect certain non-personal information, including:
– IP address and general geolocation
– Type of browser and operating system
– Date, time, and pages accessed
– Referring website or search engine

This information helps us understand site usage, maintain performance, and improve services.

2. Use of Information

The Nebraska Department of Economic Development (DED) uses collected information to:
– Respond to inquiries, program applications, or service requests
– Communicate program updates or policy changes
– Improve website functionality and accessibility
– Fulfill legal or public reporting obligations

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

3. Public Records and Disclosure

As a state agency, the DED is subject to the Nebraska Public Records Statutes (Neb. Rev. Stat. § 84-712 et seq.). Any information you provide may become a public record and subject to disclosure, unless otherwise protected by law.

You should avoid submitting sensitive personal information unless specifically required for official purposes.

In addition, DED may produce any information you provide to remain in conformance with any decrees, laws, and/or statutes to comply with any legal process which may be served upon the DED and/or its website.

4. Cookies and Web Analytics

This website may use:
– Cookies to store user preferences or enhance performance
– Google Analytics or similar tools to gather aggregate usage statistics

You may disable cookies in your browser settings. Data collected through analytics tools is anonymized and used solely for improving public services.

5. Security Practices

DED implements reasonable security measures to protect personal data, including:
– Secure servers and encryption (HTTPS)
– Access restrictions to authorized personnel
– Regular system monitoring and vulnerability assessments

Despite these efforts, no system is completely secure. Exercise caution when transmitting sensitive information online.

6. Third-Party Services and External Links

Some pages on opportunity.nebraska.gov may link to external websites or services (e.g., social media platforms, grant application portals, or partner agencies). These websites operate independently and may have separate privacy policies.

DED is not responsible for the content, privacy, or security of external sites.

7. Accessibility Commitment

DED is committed to digital accessibility for all Nebraskans, including individuals with disabilities. If you encounter any accessibility issues while viewing this Privacy Policy or using the website, please contact us using the information below.

8. Children’s Privacy

This website is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children

9. Your Rights

You have the right to:
– Request access to your personal information held by DED
– Request corrections to inaccuracies
– Be informed about how your data is used

To exercise these rights, please use the contact information below.

10. Updates to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated to reflect changes in laws, technology, or agency practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.

11. Unsubscribe or Opt-Out

You may have the option to discontinue receiving communication from DED and/or reserve the right to discontinue receiving communications by way of email or newsletters. To discontinue or unsubscribe to our website please email ded.goodlife@nebraska.gov.

12. Links to Other Sites

DED’s website may contain links to affiliates and other websites. DED does not claim nor accept responsibility for any privacy policies, practices and/or procedures of other such websites. Therefore, we encourage all users and visitors to be aware when they leave DED’s website and to reach the privacy statements of each website that collects personally identifiable information. The Web Privacy Policy applies only and soley to the information collected by our website.

13. Changes to the Privacy Policy Agreement

DED reserves the right to update and/or change the terms of our Web Privacy Policy, and as such DED will post the changes to the homepage, so that DED’s users are aware of the type of information DED collects, how it will be used, and under what circumstances, if any, DED may disclose such information. Users shall at the time have the option to permit the use of their information in the updated manner.

14. Contact Us

Nebraska Department of Economic Development
245 Fallbrook Blvd, Suite 002
Lincoln, NE 68521
800-426-6505

or

Jamdan Clang
Data & Technology Director
jamdan.clang@nebraska.gov
Office: 402-471-6395