Information You Send
Search Queries
When you type a name, location, or other search term into a partner-powered search tool, that query is sent to the third-party provider that operates the tool. Houston County Inmate Population does not keep its own log of those partner search terms.
Messages
If you email us or send a contact message, we may keep the information you provide so we can read, route, and respond to the message. We do not share those messages outside our organization unless the law requires it.
Automatic Technical Data
Like most websites, this site may collect routine technical information when a page loads.
- Internet Protocol address
- Browser name and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages viewed and time spent on pages
- Referring website, if one is available
- Date and time stamps
Cookies
Cookies and similar tools may be used to measure traffic, understand how visitors move through the site, remember basic settings, and support advertising. You can block cookies in your browser, but some site or partner features may work differently when cookies are disabled.
How Data Is Used
- To keep the site available, usable, and reasonably fast.
- To send partner search requests to the provider operating the search tool.
- To understand which Houston County jail, court, and custody pages are useful.
- To find broken links, errors, abuse, and technical problems.
- To display advertising that may be based on general interests or browsing signals.
Outside Websites
This site links to the Houston County Sheriff's Office, the Houston County inmate list, District Clerk resources, TDCJ, IVSS Counties, BOP, ICE, court-related portals, and third-party search tools. Once you click an outside link, that website's own privacy terms control what it collects and how it uses data.
Advertising partners may use their own cookies or tracking tools across websites to measure ads or personalize them. Those systems are operated by the advertising partner, not by Houston County Inmate Population.
Who May Receive Data
We do not sell personal information as a standalone product. Information may still be shared with limited service providers or required recipients.
- Search partners that process search terms you submit through their tools.
- Analytics providers that help measure traffic and site performance.
- Advertising networks that deliver or measure ads.
- Law enforcement, courts, or government bodies when a valid legal order requires disclosure.
Security Limits
We use reasonable security practices for a small reference website. No internet-connected system can be promised as breach-proof, and no method of transmission or storage is completely 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 when appropriate.
Your Data Choices
- Ask what personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate information you provided.
- Request deletion when retention is not legally required.
- Opt out of certain processing where applicable law gives that right.
Notice Updates
This Privacy Notice may be revised from time to time. Updates take effect when posted on this page with the revised content.