Information You Enter
Search Terms
When a visitor types a name, location, or other term into a sponsored search tool, that query is sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. This site does not keep its own separate log of those search terms.
Messages
Email and contact messages are used to read the request, respond when appropriate, and handle factual corrections. They are not shared outside the organization unless a valid legal requirement calls for disclosure.
Information Collected During Visits
Like most websites, this site and its service providers may receive technical details when pages load or links are used.
- Internet Protocol address.
- Browser type and browser version.
- Device category and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages.
- Referring website or search source, when available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand traffic, remember basic preferences, measure ads, and see how visitors move through pages. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, but some features or partner tools may work differently after blocking them.
How Information Is Used
- Operate pages and keep the site loading reliably.
- Send search requests to the correct outside provider.
- Understand whether jail roster, court, ADOC, BOP, or ICE resource pages are useful.
- Find broken links, errors, and other technical issues.
- Display advertising that may be based on general interests or browsing activity.
Outside Websites
This site links to official and third-party resources, including the Etowah County Sheriff's roster, the Etowah Circuit Clerk copy request page, the ADOC inmate search, and sponsored search services. Once a visitor leaves this site, the privacy policy for the destination controls that visit.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to recognize activity across websites and show targeted ads. Those tracking choices are handled by the advertising provider, not by the Etowah County Sheriff's Office or any jail.
Who May Receive Information
Personal information is not sold as a standalone mailing list or contact list. It may be processed or disclosed to the following parties when needed.
- Search partners that receive and process sponsored search queries.
- Analytics providers that measure site traffic and performance.
- Advertising networks that serve or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when a valid subpoena, court order, or other legal process requires a response.
Security
Reasonable security practices are used for website operation and message handling. No internet-connected service can promise perfect security, so this notice does not guarantee that unauthorized access, interruption, or data exposure can never occur.
Users Under 18
This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. If a minor submitted personal information, use the Contacts page to request deletion.
Your Choices and Requests
- Ask for a copy of personal information held by this site.
- Request correction of inaccurate contact information.
- Request deletion where retention is not required.
- Object to or opt out of certain processing where available by law or provider settings.
Notice Updates
This privacy notice may be updated as site features, analytics tools, advertising practices, or legal requirements change. Revisions are posted on this page with the current version replacing the prior wording.