Information You Provide
Search Terms
If you enter a name, county, or other lookup detail into a search tool, that query is sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. This site does not keep a separate log of those search terms on its own systems.
Messages
If you send an email or other contact message, the contents may be kept long enough to review the message and respond. We do not share those messages outside the organization unless a legal requirement applies.
Information Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this site may receive basic technical information when a page loads, including:
- IP address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on them.
- Referring website, when a browser provides it.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand site use and maintain normal site functions. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, though some features may work differently after that change.
How the Information Is Used
- Operate the site and keep pages loading reliably.
- Send search requests to the partner service selected by the user.
- Understand which Waushara County jail, court, and facility pages visitors use most.
- Find errors, security issues, and technical problems.
- Display advertising that may be based on general visitor interests.
Links and Public Records Sources
This site links to Waushara County Sheriff's Department pages, Wisconsin DOC resources, WCCA, VINELink, federal locators, and third-party search tools. Once you leave this site, the privacy policy of the destination site controls how your information is handled. Wisconsin government records are also subject to public-records rules, including Wis. Stat. 19.31 and 19.35, along with exemptions and balancing tests applied by the office holding the record.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to recognize activity across websites and show targeted ads. That tracking is handled by those partners, not by a county office and not by this site as an official records custodian.
Who May Receive Information
Personal data is not sold as a standalone list. It may be available to these parties when needed for the site or when required by law:
- Search partners that process lookup queries.
- Analytics providers that measure traffic and page performance.
- Advertising networks that place or measure ads.
- Law-enforcement agencies, courts, or government bodies under a valid legal order.
Security
Reasonable security practices are used for the site, but no internet-connected system can be promised as breach-proof. Users should avoid sending sensitive details that are not needed for a basic site question.
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, a deletion request may be submitted for review.
Your Choices
- Ask for a copy of personal data held by the site.
- Request correction of inaccurate personal information.
- Ask that personal information be deleted when retention is not required.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable law gives that right.
Notice Updates
This privacy notice may be revised from time to time. Any updated version will be posted on this page with the new effective text.