Information You Provide
Search Terms
When a visitor enters a name, location, or other search term into a partner search tool, that query is sent to the third-party provider operating the tool. Barnstable County Inmate Population does not store those search terms in its own records.
Messages
If you email or otherwise send us a message, we may keep the contact information and message content long enough to respond and manage the request. We do not share those messages outside our organization unless a valid legal requirement makes disclosure necessary.
Technical Data Collected Automatically
Like most websites, this site may collect routine technical data when a page loads.
- IP address.
- Browser type and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on them.
- Referring website, when available.
- Date and time of the visit.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools help measure site use and improve the browsing experience. You can block cookies through your browser settings, although some features or partner tools may work differently after cookies are disabled.
How Information Is Used
- To keep the site available, readable, and responsive.
- To send search requests to the correct partner service.
- To understand which Barnstable County jail, court, and locator pages visitors use most.
- To identify technical errors, abuse, and security issues.
- To display advertising that may be relevant to visitor interests.
External Links
The site links to sheriff's office pages, Massachusetts public-records and court resources, corrections locators, federal systems, and third-party search services. Once you leave this site, the destination site's privacy policy and terms control its handling of your information.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to measure visits or tailor ads across websites. That activity is handled by the advertising partner, not by Barnstable County Inmate Population.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal information. Limited information may be shared with the following parties when needed.
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers that help measure performance.
- Advertising networks that support display ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when required by a valid subpoena, court order, or similar legal process.
Security
We use reasonable security practices for a small public-reference website, but no internet-connected service can be guaranteed breach-proof or error-free.
Visitors Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor submitted information, a parent or guardian may ask that it be removed.
Your Choices and Requests
- Ask for a copy of personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information.
- Ask that information be deleted when retention is not required.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable.
Changes to This Notice
This Privacy Notice may be revised from time to time. Updated terms will be posted on this page with a new effective date when one is used.