Information You Submit
Terms Entered in Search Tools
A name, place, or other term entered in an embedded search tool is sent to the outside provider that operates that tool. We do not store or log those queries on our own systems.
Messages Sent to Us
If you send an email or contact message, we retain it as needed to respond. We do not share it outside our organization unless a legal requirement compels disclosure.
Automatic Technical Details
Routine server, analytics, and browser technologies may record:
- Your internet protocol address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device class and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on them.
- The referring page or site, when supplied.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies and Similar Storage
Cookies help measure visits and site use. Browser controls can reject or remove them, though some functions may then work differently.
Reasons We Use Data
- Operate and improve site speed and reliability.
- Send a requested search to the appropriate partner.
- Measure which pages readers use.
- Diagnose errors and security problems.
- Display advertising that may reflect visitor interests.
Privacy Beyond This Site
Links may lead to the Swain County Sheriff’s Office, courts, jail and custody resources, the North Carolina Department of Adult Correction, federal locators, or private search tools. Once you leave, that destination’s privacy terms control.
Advertising providers may use their own systems to measure activity across websites and select interest-based ads. Their collection does not occur on systems we control.
Recipients of Information
We do not sell personal data. Limited data may be handled by:
- Search providers processing a submitted query.
- Analytics vendors measuring use.
- Advertising networks delivering ads.
- Law-enforcement or government authorities acting under a valid legal order.
Security Has Limits
We use ordinary safeguards suited to an informational website. No internet transmission or connected storage system can be guaranteed fully secure, so we cannot promise that a breach will never occur.
Adults Only
This site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor submitted data may use the Contact Us page to request deletion.
Your Privacy Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
- Ask that eligible personal data be deleted.
- Object to or opt out of certain processing where applicable.
Changes to This Notice
We may revise this privacy notice as practices or legal requirements change. A revised version takes effect when posted here with an updated effective date.