Information You Provide
Search requests
A name, location, or other search term entered into a search widget is sent to the independent provider that operates that tool. We do not store or log those search terms on our own systems.
Messages
If you send us an email or contact message, we retain the information needed to respond. We do not share a message outside our organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Technical Information and Cookies
When a browser loads a page, standard technical data may be collected to operate, protect, and measure the service.
- Internet protocol address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on them
- Referring page, if provided
- Access dates and times
Cookie use
Cookies and similar tools help us understand site use and maintain features. Browser controls can limit cookies, although doing so may change how some features operate.
How We Use Data
Information is used to run and improve the private reference and its technical services.
- Maintain performance and site operation
- Send a search request to the applicable partner
- Understand which information is useful
- Diagnose and correct technical problems
- Deliver advertising that may reflect inferred interests
Outside Services and Links
Links can lead to ASGDC, Richland County, the Sheriff's Department, courts, corrections pages, and independent search tools. Once you leave this service, the receiving organization's privacy notice and terms govern its handling of information. We do not control its content, availability, or data practices.
Advertising partners may use their own technology to observe activity across websites for interest-based advertising. That activity occurs on their systems under their own policies.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal data. Limited information can be disclosed to the service providers below when needed for the stated purpose or where law requires it.
- Search partners that receive a submitted query
- Analytics providers
- Advertising networks
- Government or law-enforcement bodies acting under a valid legal order
Security Measures
We use reasonable administrative and technical safeguards suited to a web service. No internet-connected system is completely secure, so we cannot promise that a transmission or stored message will never be accessed, altered, or lost.
Visitors Under 18
This service is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. If a minor has sent us information, a parent or guardian may request its deletion through Get in Touch.
Your Choices and Requests
Subject to applicable law and reasonable verification, you may ask us to:
- Provide a copy of personal data we hold
- Correct inaccurate information
- Delete data where appropriate
- Stop certain processing where an opt-out is available
Notice Updates
We may revise this notice as services or legal requirements change. A revised version becomes effective when posted here with its updated effective date.