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Read. Follow. Verify.Miami-Dade County Privacy and Security Notice
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What This Bill Does
This notice explains how Miami-Dade County collects, uses, and shares information gathered through its official websites and mobile applications. It outlines the county's commitment to s laws and details the security measures in place to protect government systems.
Residents should know that under Florida law, email addresses and other information submitted to the county may be considered s subject to inspection, and that the county does not store payment information directly on its websites.
Who It Affects
Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.
County website visitors
Their browsing data and submitted information are subject to the collection and public records policies described.
Mobile app users
Users who opt-in to app features grant the county access to specific device data like GPS or camera images.
Key Facts
- Florida Statute 119 mandates that most state, county, and municipal records are open for public inspection.
- Email addresses sent to the county are considered public records and may be released upon request.
- The county does not collect or store payment information on its websites, using third-party providers instead.
- Non-personally identifiable information (IP address, browser type, search terms) is collected to improve website utility.
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- Mobile apps may access GPS, camera, or photos only if the user explicitly opts in.
- The county does not collect unique device IDs, Bluetooth signals, or information about nearby Wi-Fi/cell towers.
- Unauthorized attempts to upload or change information on county systems are prohibited and may be prosecuted under federal law.
- Social media interactions on third-party platforms are governed by those companies' privacy policies, not the county's.
- The county uses cookies and web beacons to track visit history and preferences for site improvement.
- The county will never ask for a user's password in an unsolicited phone call or email.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my email address private if I send it to the county?
Does the county store my credit card information?
What happens if I don't want my email to be a public record?
What else do you want to know?
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Public Records Warning
The document explicitly warns users to avoid email if they wish to keep their contact information out of public records requests, highlighting a tension between digital convenience and privacy.
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