Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how BadgeIntel (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you visit or use our website, services, or tools. We take privacy seriously—especially given the sensitive nature of law enforcement data—and are committed to handling information responsibly and transparently.

1. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily submit to us. This may include:

• Account details (name, email address, password) if an account system is used
• Agency correction submissions or data improvement requests
• Anonymous officer morale or salary survey submissions
• Messages or inquiries sent through our contact forms
• User-submitted feedback, comments, or suggested updates

Officer morale and salary surveys are anonymized using a dual-hash system and cannot be used by BadgeIntel, agencies, or external parties to identify individuals.

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you browse the site, we automatically collect certain technical information such as:

• IP address (used for security, spam prevention, and analytics)
• Device and browser type
• Pages viewed, actions taken, and referring URLs
• Time spent on pages and general usage patterns
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

C. Public Records & Third-Party Data Sources

BadgeIntel aggregates publicly available information, including government records, agency websites, statistical reports, and state or federal publications. We may also incorporate licensed datasets or partner-provided information when applicable.

2. How We Use the Information

We use collected information to operate and improve BadgeIntel, including:

• Presenting agency profiles, salary data, morale indicators, and statistics
• Improving data accuracy and completeness across the platform
• Displaying aggregated, anonymized insights for research and transparency
• Responding to correction requests or user inquiries
• Enhancing security, preventing fraud, and protecting platform integrity
• Analyzing usage trends to improve user experience and product design

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

3. Anonymous Survey Data

Morale, satisfaction, and salary submissions are anonymized via a dual-hash system. Individual identities are not stored, shared, or accessible. Submissions may expire according to internal policies to maintain current and relevant insight.

4. How We Protect Your Information

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information from unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse. While no online system is entirely secure, we take reasonable steps to protect user-submitted and platform-collected data.

5. Sharing of Information

We may share information only in the following limited circumstances:

• With service providers who support operations (hosting, analytics, email systems)
• If required by law, subpoena, or other legal processes
• To prevent security threats, abuse, or fraudulent activity
• With your explicit consent

Agencies do not receive individual survey submissions, personal data, or identifying information related to user actions on BadgeIntel.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Cookies and related technologies help us understand visitor behavior, improve features, maintain login sessions (if accounts are used), and enhance performance. You may control cookies through your browser settings, though disabling them may impact functionality.

7. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may:

• Request correction of inaccurate agency data
• Request deletion of any user account you create
• Request clarification of how your data is handled
• Opt out of non-essential communications
• Control browser-level cookie settings

8. External Links

BadgeIntel may contain links to external websites or resources. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of any third-party site.

9. Policy Updates

We may revise this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our features, practices, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page, and continued use of the site signifies acceptance of the latest version.

10. Contact Us

For questions about this policy or how your information is handled, please contact us through our Contact Page.

Last Updated: March 2, 2026