Information You Send
Search Terms
When you type a name, location, or similar term into a search box supplied by a partner, that query is sent to the third-party provider that powers the tool. We do not keep a separate local log of those search terms on our own system.
Messages
If you email us or send a message, we use the information you provide to read and answer that message. We do not share contact messages outside our organization unless a valid legal requirement makes disclosure necessary.
Automatic Site Data
Like most websites, this site may collect basic technical data when a page loads. That information helps us operate the site, review traffic patterns, and diagnose errors.
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages visited and time spent on those pages.
- Referring website, when one is available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand how visitors use the site and to support advertising or analytics features. You can block cookies in your browser settings, but some site features may work differently if you do.
How Data Is Used
- To keep pages working and loading reliably.
- To pass search requests to the correct partner service.
- To learn which Washburn County custody and record pages are useful.
- To find and fix technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be based on general interests.
Outside Websites
This site links to jail roster pages, sheriff and corrections resources, Wisconsin court portals, state and federal locators, VINELink, and third-party search tools. Once you leave this site, the privacy policy of the destination site controls what happens there.
Advertising partners may also use their own systems to measure activity across websites and show interest-based ads. Those tools run under the partner's own privacy practices.
Who May Receive Data
We do not sell personal data. Information may be handled by limited outside parties when needed to run the site or comply with law.
- Search partners that process lookup queries.
- Analytics providers that measure traffic and errors.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when a valid legal order requires it.
Security Practices
We use standard safeguards intended to protect information handled through this site. No internet-connected website, server, email account, or search tool can be promised as completely secure, so we cannot guarantee that data will be breach-proof.
Users Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor has sent personal information, contact us so we can review and delete it when appropriate.
Your Data Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Ask us to delete information when deletion is legally and technically available.
- Opt out of certain uses where the law gives that right.
Policy Changes
This privacy policy may be revised from time to time. Updated terms will be posted on this page with the new effective wording.