This Privacy Policy explains how Wake County Court collects, uses, and protects information on our website wakecountycourts.org. Our goal is to provide transparency about the data visitors share while using this website. This policy applies to all users visiting the site, whether reading content, sending emails, or browsing pages.
Wake County Court is an independent informational website. We provide content about public court records and general court information in Wake County, North Carolina. The site does not offer legal services, advice, or official court assistance.
Information We Collect
Wake County Court collects very limited information. The main types of information we may collect include:
- Email addresses submitted by users through the contact form
- General inquiries or feedback sent to info@wakecountycourts.org
- Technical information automatically collected by the website (browser type, pages visited, device type, and IP addresses)
We do not collect personal case details, sensitive documents, or any confidential court information. Users should avoid sending private data or legal documents through email.
Use of Information
Any information collected is used only for general communication and website maintenance. Specifically:
- Responding to general inquiries or feedback
- Improving website content and user experience
- Monitoring site performance and traffic patterns
- Fixing technical issues
We do not sell, trade, or share user information with third parties. Your contact information is kept private and only used to respond to your message or inquiry.
Cookies and Tracking
Wake County Court may use standard website technologies such as cookies to improve functionality and user experience. Cookies may help the site remember preferences or measure website traffic.
- Cookies do not collect personal case information
- Cookies are used only for technical purposes, site analytics, and improving website navigation
- Users can disable cookies in their browser settings, but some features of the website may not function as smoothly
No third-party tracking, marketing, or advertising cookies are used.
Third-Party Links
Some pages may include links to other websites for informational purposes. Wake County Court does not control third-party websites and is not responsible for their privacy practices. Visitors following these links should review the privacy policies of those websites separately.
Email Communication
If you contact us via info@wakecountycourts.org, we may store your email address to reply to your inquiry. We do not use these emails for marketing or promotional purposes.
Do not send:
- Personal case files
- Sensitive court documents
- Financial information
- Social Security numbers or ID copies
We cannot guarantee the security of emails sent over the internet, so avoid sending private information.
Information Security
Wake County Court takes precautions to protect user information. We implement standard measures to secure email communication and technical site data. However, no website can guarantee complete protection against unauthorized access. Users should take care not to share sensitive information online.
Data Retention
We retain only the information necessary to respond to user inquiries or maintain website performance. Emails may be stored temporarily for recordkeeping or follow-up purposes. We do not keep personal case-related details or legal documents.
Children’s Privacy
Wake County Court is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If a parent or guardian believes that personal data of a child has been shared, they may contact us to remove it.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes will be reflected on this page, and the effective date will be revised. Visitors should review this page regularly to stay informed about how information is handled.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at:
info@wakecountycourts.org
Please do not send personal case documents or confidential court information