Information Supplied by Visitors
Search entries
A name, location, or other term entered into a site search tool is submitted to the independent provider that operates that tool. Madison County Busted Mugshots does not store or log those search terms on its own systems.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or contact message, the information supplied may be retained to answer the message. It is not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Technical Information Collected Automatically
Like many websites, the site and its service providers may receive limited technical information when a page is loaded. This helps maintain the service and understand how visitors use it.
- The internet protocol address used to connect to the site.
- Browser type and version.
- Device category and operating system.
- Pages viewed and the time spent on them.
- The referring website, when one is provided.
- The date and time of a visit.
Cookies
Cookies and comparable technologies may be used to understand traffic and site use. A browser can be set to refuse or limit cookies, although parts of the site may then work differently.
How Information Is Used
The information described above is used for practical site operations and to make the resource more useful over time.
- To operate and improve page delivery.
- To pass a search request to the provider selected for that function.
- To understand which information visitors find useful.
- To identify, investigate, and fix technical problems.
- To present advertising that may be relevant to visitor interests.
Links and Other Websites
The site links to official Madison County, New York, and federal resources, including jail or custody tools, Sheriff and corrections pages, government portals, and independent search services. Once a visitor follows a link, the receiving site’s privacy practices and terms control.
Advertising partners may also collect activity across websites for interest-based advertising on their own systems. Madison County Busted Mugshots does not control those partners’ independent practices.
Parties That May Receive Data
Personal information is not sold. It may be disclosed or made available to the following categories of recipients when necessary for the purposes described in this notice.
- Search partners that process a submitted search query.
- Analytics providers used to measure site performance.
- Advertising networks that support the service.
- Law enforcement or government bodies responding to a valid legal order.
Safeguards
Reasonable administrative and technical measures are used to protect information. No online service can promise complete security, however, and the site cannot guarantee that its systems will never be affected by unauthorized access or a security incident.
Visitors Under 18
This website is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor has supplied personal information may request its deletion through the site’s contact route.
Choices About Personal Data
A visitor may ask about personal information held through a direct message or site contact. Subject to applicable law and reasonable verification, a visitor may request the following.
- A copy of personal information held about the visitor.
- Correction of inaccurate personal information.
- Deletion of personal information.
- An opt-out from certain forms of processing.
Changes to This Notice
This notice may change as the site or applicable practices change. Any revised notice will be posted on this page and will identify that an update has been made.