Information You Provide
Search entries
A name or location entered into a search tool is sent to the independent provider operating that tool. We do not keep or log those search terms on our own systems.
Messages
If you email us or submit a contact message, we retain the information needed to respond. We do not disclose those messages outside our organization unless disclosure is legally required.
Automatic Technical Data
Like most web services, the site and its service providers may receive technical details when a browser requests a page. This can include:
- Internet protocol address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on them
- Referring site, when available
- Request dates and timestamps
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools help measure use and keep services working. Browser settings may block cookies, although some features may then work differently.
How We Use Data
We and our providers use the information described above to operate and improve the service. Common uses include:
- Maintaining availability and performance
- Passing a search request to the selected partner service
- Learning which pages are useful
- Diagnosing technical failures
- Serving advertising that may be relevant to interests
External Links and Advertising
The site links to public agencies, custody tools, court portals, and independent search services. Once you select an outside link, that operator’s privacy policy controls its collection and use of information.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to recognize activity across sites for interest-based advertising. That processing occurs under their policies, not this notice.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal information. Information may be disclosed to service providers that help operate the site, or when a valid legal requirement applies.
- Search partners that process submitted queries
- Analytics providers
- Advertising networks
- Government or law-enforcement bodies responding to a valid legal order
Security Practices
We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards. No internet-connected system can promise absolute security, so we cannot guarantee that transmission or storage will never be compromised.
Visitors Under 18
This service is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from people under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor sent us information may request its deletion.
Your Privacy Choices
You may contact us to ask about personal information held in connection with a message or other direct interaction. Subject to applicable law, you may request:
- A copy of information we hold about you
- Correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion of information where appropriate
- Limits on certain processing
Policy Changes
We may revise this notice as practices or services change. A revised version takes effect when posted here with an updated effective date.