Information You Submit
Search Terms
When you type a name, location, or similar detail into a search tool, that query is sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. Buena Vista County Inmate Population does not keep its own log of those search terms.
Messages
If you email us or send a message through a contact method, we use the information you provide to read and answer the request. We do not share those messages outside the organization unless disclosure is required by law.
Information Collected Automatically
Basic technical data may be collected when pages load so the site can work, measure usage, and diagnose problems.
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and approximate time spent on them.
- Referring website, when available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to understand site traffic and visitor behavior. You can block cookies in your browser settings, though some features or measurements may work differently after blocking them.
How Information Is Used
- Operate the site and keep pages loading reliably.
- Send search requests to the correct partner service.
- Understand which pages help visitors most.
- Find errors, abuse, and technical issues.
- Display advertising that may be based on general interests.
Other Websites and Public Records Sources
This site links to sheriff pages, jail rosters, court portals, Iowa Department of Corrections resources, federal locators, VINE, and third-party search tools. After you leave this site, the privacy policy and terms of the destination site control your use there.
Some advertising partners may collect activity across websites to support interest-based ads. That tracking happens under their systems and policies, not under Iowa Code Chapter 22 public-records procedures.
Who May Receive Information
We do not sell personal information. Limited information may be available to the following parties when needed for the site to function or when the law requires it.
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers that measure site traffic.
- Advertising networks that serve ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies if a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
We use reasonable security practices for a public website, but no internet-connected system can be guaranteed against every risk. We do not promise that information sent online will always remain secure.
Users Under 18
This site is intended for adults. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If a minor has submitted information, contact us so we can review and delete it where appropriate.
Your Choices and Requests
- Ask for a copy of personal information we hold about you.
- Ask us to correct information that is inaccurate.
- Ask for deletion of information when retention is not required.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable.
Notice Updates
This privacy notice may be revised from time to time. Updated terms will be posted on this page with the current version replacing the prior one.