Information You Submit
Search entries
A name or location entered in a search box is sent to the outside provider that operates the tool. We do not store or log those search terms on our systems.
Messages
Email and contact submissions are retained as needed to answer the sender. They are not shared outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Automatic Technical Data
Ordinary server, analytics, and advertising systems may record:
- Internet Protocol address
- Browser name and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent
- Referring page, when available
- Date and time stamps
Cookies
Cookies help measure site use and support site features. A browser can block or delete them, though parts of the site may then behave differently.
How Information Is Used
Collected information supports a limited set of operating needs:
- Keeping pages available and responsive
- Routing searches to the selected provider
- Understanding which resources are useful
- Detecting and repairing technical faults
- Displaying advertising that may reflect interests
Outside Websites and Advertising
Links lead to DPSO, the DeSoto Parish Clerk, Louisiana DPS&C, federal locators, news sources, and outside search tools. Once a reader leaves, the destination’s own privacy rules control. Advertising partners may measure activity across websites on their own systems for interest-based advertising.
When Data May Be Shared
We do not sell personal information. Limited information may be available to search providers processing a query, analytics vendors, advertising networks, or a law-enforcement or government body acting under a valid legal order.
Security Practices
Reasonable technical and organizational safeguards are used. No internet-connected service can promise complete security, so we cannot guarantee that a breach or unauthorized access will never occur.
Visitors Under Eighteen
The site is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor submitted data may contact us to request deletion.
Your Privacy Choices
Subject to applicable law, a person may ask for a copy of personal data we hold, correction of an error, deletion, or an opt-out from certain processing. Requests can be sent through the Contact Us page. Identity verification may be required.
Changes to This Notice
This notice may be revised as site practices or legal duties change. A revised version takes effect when posted with its new effective date.