Privacy Policy


Effective Date: March 13, 2026


The Flagler Beach Police Department (“FBPD,” “we,” “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect through this website, how we use it, and the choices you may have.


1) Information We Collect

A. Information you provide voluntarily

We may collect information you choose to submit, such as:

  • Name, email address, phone number
  • Message content and attachments submitted through contact, tip, request, or feedback forms
  • Any other information you provide in a submission

B. Information collected automatically

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, such as:

  • IP address and general location (city/state)
  • Browser type, device type, operating system
  • Pages visited, time spent, referring/exit pages
  • Date/time of visit and basic usage data
    This information may be collected throu    gh cookies, log files, and analytics tools.

2) How We Use Information

  • We may use collected information to:
  • Respond to inquiries and requests
  • Improve website performance, content, and user experience
  • Monitor and protect the security and integrity of the website
  • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and public records requirements

3) Public Records and Retention

  • Information submitted through this website may be subject to Florida public records laws and records retention requirements. This means:
  • Your communications with FBPD may be considered public records
  • Certain information may be disclosed upon request unless an exemption applies under Florida law.

4) Sharing of Information

  • We do not sell your personal information. We may share information:
  • With City departments or authorized personnel as needed to respond to your request
  • With service providers that support website hosting, analytics, or form processing (who are expected to protect the information)
  • When required by law, court order, or lawful process
  • When necessary to protect public safety, rights, property, or the security of our systems

5) Cookies and Analytics

  • We may use cookies and similar technologies to:
  • Remember preferences (where applicable)
  • Understand how visitors use the site and improve content
    You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling c    ookies may affect some site functionality.

6) Third-Party Links and Embedded Content

This website may include links to third-party websites or embedded content (e.g., maps, videos, social media). FBPD is not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. Please review the privacy policies of those sites/services.

7) Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect information submitted through the website. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

8) Children’s Privacy

This website is not intended to collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has submitted personal information through the site, contact us using the information below.

9) Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your interactions with this website, contact:

Flagler Beach Police Department

204 S Flagler Ave., Flagler Beach, FL 32136

386-517-2020

10) Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.