Information You Submit
Search entries
A name or place entered in a search box passes to the outside provider that operates the tool. This site does not keep or log those search terms on its own systems.
Messages
An email or contact submission may be retained long enough to answer it. Message content is not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Automatic Technical Data
Normal website systems may record basic details when a page loads:
- Internet Protocol address
- Browser name and version
- Device class and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent
- Referring page, when supplied
- Date and time stamps
Cookies
Cookies help measure how people use the site. A browser can reject or remove them, though some tools may work differently when cookies are blocked.
How Data Is Used
Collected data supports routine site operations and service measurement.
- Operate and improve site speed
- Send a submitted query to the selected search partner
- Measure which resources visitors use
- Diagnose faults and security issues
- Display advertising that may reflect interests
Other Sites and Services
Links lead to WVDCR, courts, sheriffs, custody locators, county sites, and outside search tools. Each destination applies its own privacy terms after a visitor leaves this site.
Advertising partners may use their systems to measure activity across websites and select ads. Their collection does not occur on systems controlled by this site.
Possible Data Recipients
Personal data is not sold. Limited data may be handled by:
- Search providers processing a query
- Analytics vendors measuring use
- Advertising networks serving ads
- Law enforcement or a government body acting under a valid legal order
Security Limits
Reasonable, standard safeguards are used. No internet service is fully secure, so this site cannot promise that data will never be accessed, lost, or changed without permission.
Adults Only
The service is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian may use the Contacts page to request deletion of data submitted by a minor.
Your Privacy Choices
Subject to applicable law and verification, a user may:
- Ask for a copy of personal data held
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion where permitted
- Object to or opt out of certain processing
Notice Updates
This privacy notice may change as site practices or legal duties change. A revised version will be posted here with a new effective date.