Cookie Policy
Region 8 Solid Waste Authority
Effective Date: February 2026
Region 8 Solid Waste Authority (“Region 8,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website to improve user experience, analyze site traffic, and support website functionality.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or device when you visit a website. They help websites recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit.
Cookies do not give us access to your computer or personal files.
2. How We Use Cookies
Region 8 may use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation and secure access to certain areas of the website.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This information allows us to improve website performance and usability.
Analytics data is collected in an aggregated and anonymous manner whenever possible.
Payment Processing
If you use our online payment system, cookies may be used by our third-party payment processor to enable secure transactions. Region 8 does not store full credit card or banking information on our servers.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services that appear on our website, such as:
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Website hosting providers
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Payment processors
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Website analytics services
These third parties may use cookies according to their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage users to review those policies for additional information.
4. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to:
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Decline cookies
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Delete existing cookies
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Receive notifications when cookies are placed
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website, including online payment features.
5. Updates to This Policy
Region 8 Solid Waste Authority may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
6. Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Region 8 Solid Waste Authority
P O Box 116
Petersburg WV 26847
Phone: 304-257-2644