Data You Give Us Directly
Search Queries
A query entered in a search tool is sent directly to the outside company operating that tool. The provider processes the name or case number and supplies its results. We do not retain or record those query terms on our servers.
Messages and Contact Submissions
An email may be retained as needed to answer it. Messages are kept within the organization unless disclosure is required by a valid legal obligation.
Data We Gather Automatically
When a page loads, servers may automatically receive basic technical information about the visit:
- The IP address assigned to your device
- Which browser you are using and its version
- Your device type and operating system
- The pages you visited and how long you stayed on each
- The site that sent you here, if any
- Timestamps for each page view
Cookies and Analytics
Cookies are small device files used to understand traffic patterns, including popular pages and points where visits end. Analytics providers help combine that usage information. Cookies may be blocked through browser controls, although doing so can change how some features work.
What We Do With This Data
- Keeping the site up, running, and loading quickly
- Sending your search requests to the right partner service
- Figuring out which pages people find useful and which need work
- Tracking down and fixing technical issues
- Showing ads that may line up with your interests
No Court-Record Data on File
No database of court dockets or personal Smith County case information is hosted, compiled, maintained, or sold here. The site publishes directions to the District Clerk, County Clerk, trial courts, and official search routes. It is not a consumer reporting agency under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, and visitor data is not assembled into consumer reports or third-party case profiles. Official county information may fall under the Texas Public Information Act, while judicial administrative records follow Texas Rule 12; neither route changes this site's handling of visitor data.
Third-Party Search Partners
Outside companies operate the search boxes. Information submitted there is governed by the provider's privacy policy rather than this policy. Because each provider controls retention and disclosure, review its terms before entering a query.
Links to Other Websites
Throughout the site we link to clerk of court pages, trial court portals, statewide case-search systems, legal aid groups, and third-party search tools. Clicking any of those links takes you off our site. At that point, their privacy policy governs your visit. Read it before sharing any personal details.
Certain advertising partners may track your activity across sites to show targeted ads. That tracking runs on their systems, not ours.
Who Might See Your Data
Personal data is not sold. Information may be disclosed to the following limited recipients:
- Search partners that handle queries you run on our site
- Analytics services we use to track traffic and performance
- Ad networks that place ads on our pages
- Law enforcement or government bodies when a valid legal order requires it
How We Protect Your Data
Reasonable safeguards are used for collected information, but no internet service can guarantee absolute security. Accordingly, protection against every breach cannot be promised.
Users Under 18
The service is intended for adults and does not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If information from a minor is identified, a deletion request may be submitted.
Your Data Rights
Rights vary by residence and applicable law. Texas consumer-protection provisions and other governing privacy laws may provide additional remedies. Subject to those laws, requests may include:
- Ask for a copy of what we have on file about you
- Have us fix information that is wrong
- Request that we erase your data
- Opt out of certain kinds of data processing
Updates to This Policy
This policy may be revised. A new version will be posted here with its current effective date, so users should review the page periodically.
Effective date: September 7, 2026