Website Privacy Policy

1. Purpose

This website privacy policy describes how we, St Croix Hospice (referred to as “we,” “our,” or “us”), collect, use, and protect personal information when you visit our website. Personal information includes information that can reasonably be associated with, or reasonably linked, directly or indirectly to an individual.  Examples include your name, email address and employment history when you apply for a position with St. Croix Hospice or your name, email address and phone number when you ask for additional information about hospice care.  We are committed to safeguarding your privacy and ensuring transparency in how your data is handled.

The information collected on our website is not typically health related, in some contexts it may include or be considered Protected Health Information (PHI). Our Notice of Privacy Practices describes how PHI is collected, used, or disclosed, your rights regarding such use or disclosure, and how you may access your information.

We do not sell personal data. We do not share personal data for targeted advertising or cross‑context behavioral advertising.

Consent to Collect Information on this Website

Please review this policy before using our website.  By using our website you are consenting to the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information as described in this policy.  If you do not agree with this policy, do not use our website.

2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide Directly

This includes:

• Contact us form submissions
• Email inquiries
• Submitting a job application
• Any other information you voluntarily provide

B. Information Collected Automatically

We use Google Analytics and Microsoft Clarity to understand how visitors use our website. This may include:

• IP address (truncated/anonymized where applicable)
• Browser type and version
• Device type
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website
• General geographic location

Google Analytics uses cookies and similar technologies to collect this information. You can learn more about how Google uses data here: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites (policies.google.com in Bing).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Optimizing website performance and user experience
• Analyze website traffic and usage trends
• Respond to inquiries or requests
• Maintain website security and functionality

We do not use your information for:

• Targeted advertising
• Cross‑context behavioral advertising
• Selling personal data
• Sharing personal data with third parties for their marketing purposes

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses:

• Essential cookies (required for basic site functionality)
• Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)
• Aggregation cookies (Microsoft Clarity)

Cookies are small bits of information stored on your computer. Cookies help us recognize you as a repeat visitor and provide you with certain features that make your use of our website more efficient.  Most cookies are not required to use the website.  However, some features of our website may be impacted when cookies are disabled. 

How to Disable Cookies

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies.

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Other Site Data → Block or Clear Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Block All Cookies or Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions → Manage and Delete Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect certain website features and may impact your experience visiting our website.

How to Disable Google Interest‑Based Advertising

Google allows users to opt out of personalized ads:

• Visit https://www.google.com/settings/ads
• Sign in to your Google account (if applicable)
• Turn off “Ad Personalization”

You can also install Google’s Opt‑Out Browser Add‑On for Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell personal data. We do not share personal data for targeted advertising.

We may disclose information only in the following limited circumstances:

• To service providers who support website operations (e.g., hosting, analytics)
• To comply with legal obligations, subpoenas, or court orders
• To protect our rights, users, or the security of our systems

Service providers are contractually prohibited from using personal data for any purpose other than providing services to us.

Do Not Track Signals.  Other than as disclosed in this Policy, the Website does not track users over time and across third-party websites to provide targeted advertising.  Therefore, the Website does not operate any differently when it receives Do Not Track (“DNT”) signals from your internet web browser.

6. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your state of residence, you may have the right to:

• Access personal data we hold about you
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal data (we do not engage in these activities)
• Obtain a copy of your personal data in a portable format

To exercise your rights, contact us at: compliance@stcroixhospice.com

We will respond within the timeframe required by applicable law.

7. Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. No system is completely secure, but we take reasonable steps to protect your information.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

9. Links to Other Websites

Our website contains links to third‑party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your privacy rights, contact us at:

Privacy Officer
1175 Centre Point Circle
Mendota Heights, MN 55120
Email: compliance@stcroixhospice.com