Information You Submit
Search entries
A name, location, or other text entered into a search tool is sent to the third-party provider that operates that tool. We do not store or log those search terms on our own systems. The provider's terms and privacy notice govern its handling of the submitted query.
Messages
If you send a message or email to us, we may retain the contact details and contents needed to respond or administer the request. We do not share those communications outside our organization unless disclosure is legally required.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, the site and its service providers may receive routine technical information when a page is requested, including:
- Internet protocol address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and the time spent on them
- Referring website, when supplied
- Request dates and times
Cookies
Cookies and similar technologies may help us understand how visitors use the guide. You can block or remove cookies through browser controls, though some site functions or embedded services may behave differently if you do.
How Information Is Used
- Operate, maintain, and improve the site.
- Send a search request to the selected partner service.
- Understand which pages visitors find useful.
- Detect, investigate, and correct technical problems.
- Support advertising that may be tailored to interests.
External Sites and Advertising
This guide links to public-record resources such as sheriff, court, corrections, federal-locator, and third-party search pages. Once you follow an external link, that destination's privacy practices apply. For example, the Collingsworth County Sheriff's official page, VINELink, and the TDCJ inmate search are independently operated.
Advertising partners may collect activity across websites for interest-based advertising on their own systems. Their practices are governed by their own notices, not this one.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal information. Information may be shared with the limited categories below when necessary:
- Search partners that process a query you submit.
- Analytics providers that help measure site performance.
- Advertising networks that provide advertising services.
- Law enforcement or government authorities when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security Practices
We use reasonable, standard safeguards intended to protect information in our control. No internet-connected service can promise complete security, however, and we cannot guarantee that transmissions or stored information will never be accessed, altered, or disclosed without authorization.
Visitors Under 18
This website is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone younger than 18. If you believe a minor has sent us personal information, use the Get in Touch page to request its deletion.
Your Information Choices
Subject to applicable law, you may ask to:
- Receive a copy of personal information we hold about you.
- Correct personal information that is inaccurate.
- Have personal information deleted.
- Opt out of certain processing where that option applies.
Changes to This Notice
We may revise this Privacy Notice as the site or its services change. Any revised version will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.