Information You Enter
Search Queries
Names, locations, or record terms entered into a search box may be sent to the third-party provider that operates that tool. Berkeley County Inmate Population does not keep a separate local log of those search terms on its own system.
Messages
If a visitor sends an email or contact message, the message and reply address may be kept long enough to respond. Those messages are not shared outside the organization except when a valid legal requirement applies.
Automatic Technical Data
Routine technical data may be collected when a browser loads a page.
- IP address.
- Browser name and version.
- Device type and operating system.
- Pages viewed and time spent on those pages.
- Referring site or search engine, when available.
- Date and time stamps.
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools help measure use of the site and support advertising or analytics. Browser settings can block or delete cookies, although some features may work differently after that change.
How Information Is Used
- To keep the site available and responsive.
- To route searches to the correct partner service.
- To understand which Berkeley County record pages are useful.
- To detect and fix technical problems.
- To show advertising that may be based on general interests.
Outside Websites
This site links to sheriff, jail, court, corrections, federal locator, and third-party search websites. Once a visitor leaves this site, the destination site's own privacy policy controls its collection and use of data.
Advertising partners may use their own systems to recognize visits across different websites. That activity occurs through their platforms, not through an official Berkeley County or South Carolina record system.
Who May Receive Data
Personal data is not sold as a mailing list. It may be handled by limited outside parties that support site operations.
- Search partners that process submitted queries.
- Analytics providers.
- Advertising networks.
- Law enforcement or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security
Reasonable security practices are used, but no internet-connected service can be promised as breach-proof. Visitors should avoid sending sensitive personal details unless a specific communication requires them.
Users Under 18
This site is intended for adults. It does not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under 18. A parent or guardian may request deletion if a minor sent information.
Data Choices
- Request a copy of personal data held by the site.
- Ask for incorrect information to be corrected.
- Request deletion when retention is not legally needed.
- Opt out of certain processing where available by law or provider settings.
Policy Updates
This notice may be revised from time to time. Changes are posted on this page with the updated text taking effect when published.