Privacy Policy

Effective Date: Jan 1, 2025

The Osage Nation (“we,” “our,” “us”) operates the Osage Nation Service Portal at https://portal.osagenation-nsn.gov. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information you provide when using this Portal.

1. Information We Collect

• Information you provide: name, address, phone number, email address, date of birth, Osage membership number, and details entered on service-application forms.
• Account information: login credentials and communication preferences.
• Automatically collected data: limited technical logs for security and performance (no tracking cookies are used).

2. How We Use Information

• Process and administer service applications;
• Communicate regarding application status, updates, and verification codes;
• Maintain account security and user authentication;
• Comply with applicable laws and Osage Nation policies.

3. Text Notifications

If you enable text notifications, we may send messages such as verification codes and application updates. Message frequency varies by activity. Standard message and data rates may apply. You may reply STOP at any time to opt out, or change your settings in the Portal.

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information only with:

• Authorized Osage Nation departments involved in your application;
• As required by law, regulation, or court order.

We do not sell or rent personal information.

5. Data Security & Retention

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your data. Information is retained per the Osage Nation Records Management Policy and applicable federal and tribal regulations.

6. Your Rights

You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal information, subject to retention requirements. Contact us using the information below.

7. Changes

We may update this Policy periodically. Updates will appear on this page with a new effective date.

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