Privacy Notice

This notice describes what information may be collected when someone uses Hernando County Released Inmates, how that information supports site functions, and when service providers or public authorities may receive it. By continuing to use the site, a visitor accepts the practices described here.

Information You Submit

Terms Entered in Search Tools

A name, place, or other detail entered into a search box is sent to the outside provider that operates that tool. We do not store or log those search terms on our own systems. The provider's privacy terms govern its receipt and handling of the query.

Messages Sent to Us

If you send an email or use a contact form, we retain the message and the contact details needed to respond. We do not share those messages outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.


Technical Data Collected Automatically

Like most websites, our systems and service providers receive limited technical and usage data when a page loads. That data may include:

  • The internet protocol address used for the visit
  • Browser name and version
  • Device category and operating system
  • Pages viewed and time spent on them
  • The referring website, when available
  • Date and time stamps tied to requests

Cookies and Similar Storage

Cookies help measure how visitors use the site and support basic functions. A browser can reject or remove cookies through its settings. Some features may work differently or lose saved preferences when cookies are blocked.


How Information Supports the Site

Collected information is used for limited operating and service purposes.

  • Maintain performance and keep pages available
  • Send a search request to the selected partner tool
  • Understand which resources visitors use
  • Detect faults and correct technical problems
  • Display advertising that may reflect general interests

Services Beyond This Website

Links may lead to Hernando County Sheriff's Office records, Florida Department of Corrections searches, court portals, federal locators, or third-party research tools. Florida public offices disclose records under the Florida Constitution and Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, but each linked site applies its own privacy policy once a visitor leaves this site.

Advertising providers may use technology on their own systems to recognize activity across websites and select targeted ads. Their collection and processing occur under their policies, not this notice.


Parties That May Receive Data

We do not sell personal information. Limited data may be available to:

  • Search partners that process a submitted query
  • Analytics providers that measure site use
  • Advertising networks that deliver or assess ads
  • Law-enforcement agencies or government bodies acting under a valid legal order

Reasonable Security Measures

We use customary safeguards intended to reduce unauthorized access, misuse, or loss. No website, network, or internet transmission is fully secure, however. We cannot promise that a breach or interception will never occur.


Visitors Under Eighteen

This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian who believes a minor submitted personal data may contact us and request its deletion.


Your Privacy Choices

Subject to applicable law and the data we actually hold, a person may make the following requests:

  • Ask for a copy of personal data held about them
  • Correct information that is inaccurate
  • Request deletion of eligible personal data
  • Opt out of processing where that choice applies

Changes to This Notice

We may revise this privacy notice as the site, vendors, or legal requirements change. An updated version takes effect when it is posted here with a new effective date.