This privacy policy explains how Florida Unclaimed Money collects, uses, and protects your personal data when you visit our website to search for unclaimed funds, abandoned property, dormant accounts, or other assets reported to the Florida Department of Financial Services and the Bureau of Unclaimed Property. By accessing or using this site, you accept the practices described here.
What This Policy Covers
This policy covers the data we collect at floridaunclaimedmoney.com, a free public lookup tool that helps people perform a Florida unclaimed property search, review Florida Division of Unclaimed Property records, and check the FL unclaimed property database. It applies to all pages, search forms, FAQ entries, and interactive tools hosted under this domain.
Data We Collect When You Use Florida Unclaimed Money Search
When you type a name into our search bar to look for unclaimed property in Florida, we process the characters you enter. We pass those characters to trusted data partners so they can pull public records from the Florida unclaimed property database. The response we receive back may include first name, last name, city, county, and the reported amount of unclaimed funds belonging to you or someone with a similar name.
Data You Provide When Searching for Florida Unclaimed Property
You may also choose to type an email address, phone number, or mailing address into a contact form. We collect what you type only when you submit the form. We use voluntary contact details to send your search results, reply to your question about Florida unclaimed property claim forms, the claim process, or required documents.
Automatic Technical Data We Collect
Each time you load a page on our site, our servers automatically log basic technical details to keep the site running and to detect abuse. The data we record includes:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Screen resolution and language
- Pages you visit and time spent on each page
- Referrer URL, the website that sent you to us
- Timestamp of your visit
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies, web beacons, and similar tools to keep the site working. Cookies are small text files your browser stores on your device. They help us remember your search settings, count how many visitors arrive each day, and decide which ads to show. You can block cookies through your browser settings, but some search tools or ad placements may not work correctly if you do.
How We Use Your Florida Unclaimed Money Data
We use the data we collect for one core purpose: helping you locate unclaimed property in Florida and claim what belongs to you. Each piece of data supports a specific function on the site and nothing else.
To Run Your Search Queries
When you submit a Florida unclaimed money by name search or a Florida unclaimed money by last name search, we send your query to our search providers. They scan public records for abandoned bank accounts, uncashed checks, unclaimed wages, unclaimed refunds, unclaimed insurance proceeds, unclaimed security deposits, unclaimed utility deposits, and unclaimed stock dividends. The results come back to your screen within seconds.
To Improve Site Performance
We study which search terms people use, which pages get the most traffic, and where visitors get stuck. This data tells us whether our Florida unclaimed money lookup tool works well for users in Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, and other cities. We then fix slow pages, broken links, confusing layouts, and search bugs based on real user behavior.
To Display Relevant Advertisements
Our site runs on ad revenue. We show banner, native, and sponsored listings from outside ad networks. The ad networks may use cookies to choose which ads to display. Ads that match your interests in Florida unclaimed funds, escheatment rules, or estate recovery help keep this site free for everyone who lives in Florida.
To Meet Legal Requirements
We sometimes use collected data to follow legal rules. This includes responding to subpoenas, court orders, valid requests from law enforcement, and obligations under the Florida unclaimed property act. We also keep records to stop fraud, money laundering, identity theft, and unauthorized access to user accounts.
Who We Share Your Data With
We do not sell your name, email, phone number, or Social Security number. We do share limited data with trusted partners who help operate the site. Each partner has signed a contract that limits how they handle the data.
Search Partners
We work with data aggregators and public records providers who help us scan the Florida unclaimed property database. When you submit a search, your query goes to one of these partners. They return matched records from the Florida Department of Financial Services, the Florida Treasury unclaimed property files, and other state-level sources.
Analytics Providers
We use analytics services such as Google Analytics to count visits, measure search usage, and check page speed. These services collect anonymous data about your visit. You can opt out by installing the browser add-on offered by each provider or by enabling Global Privacy Control signals.
Advertising Networks
We display banner ads, native ads, and sponsored listings from outside networks. These networks may collect data through cookies or pixels to deliver ads, measure performance, and prevent click fraud. Each network has its own privacy policy that applies once you click or view their content.
Legal and Government Requests
If a government agency, court, or law enforcement body sends a valid legal request related to abandoned property Florida searches, identity fraud, or cybercrime, we may share the limited data we have. We only share what the law requires and only after confirming the legal basis.
Data Retention and Storage
We keep data only as long as we need it for the reasons listed in this policy. After that, we delete it from active systems and secure backups on a rolling schedule managed by our hosting provider.
How Long We Keep Search Queries
Search queries entered into the Florida unclaimed money lookup tool are not stored on our production servers once the search completes. We may keep anonymous, combined counts such as “1,000 people searched for Smith last week” for performance analysis. These counts contain no personal identifiers and never tie back to a single user.
Server Logs Retention
We keep raw server logs for up to 90 days. After 90 days, we strip IP addresses and compress logs for longer-term security review. We keep stripped logs for up to 12 months for fraud prevention, then delete them. Logs older than 12 months get fully erased from backups.
User Account Data If Applicable
If you create an account to save search results or track Florida unclaimed property status check updates, we store your email and saved searches until you delete the account. After deletion, we wipe your data within 30 days from primary systems and within 90 days from backups.
The table below shows how long we keep each type of data across our site:
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Search queries | Not stored after search completes |
| Server logs with IP | Up to 90 days |
| Stripped logs | Up to 12 months |
| User account records | Until deletion, then 30 days primary / 90 days backups |
| Contact form messages | Up to 24 months for audit |
Data Security Measures
No website can promise perfect security, but we take strong steps to protect the data you share with us. Our security program follows industry standards for small public lookup tools.
Encryption Standards
All data sent between your browser and our site travels over HTTPS using TLS 1.3. Stored data sits behind encrypted databases. Passwords, if any, get hashed using modern algorithms before storage. We never store plain text passwords.
Access Controls
Only a small number of authorized staff can access user data. Each access requires multi-factor authentication. We review access logs monthly and rotate credentials every 90 days. Service keys get rotated at least twice per year.
Third-Party Security
We vet every search partner, ad network, analytics provider, and hosting service for strong security controls. We require each vendor to sign a data processing agreement that meets or exceeds the rules in this policy.
Your Privacy Rights
You have clear rights over the data you give us. To use any of these rights, contact us through the channels listed at the bottom of this policy and we will verify your identity first.
Right to Access
You can ask what personal data we hold about you. We will provide a copy in a portable, machine-readable format within 45 days of verifying your identity. We will not charge a fee for normal access requests.
Right to Correct
If any data we hold is wrong or out of date, you can ask us to fix it. We will update our records within 30 days of a valid request. If we cannot make the change, we will tell you why in writing.
Right to Delete
You can ask us to remove your personal data. We will honor the request unless we must keep the data to meet a legal duty, complete an active unclaimed property owner search claim, or stop fraud against other users.
Right to Opt Out
You can opt out of targeted ads, analytics tracking, and marketing emails at any time. Browser-level opt-out tools such as the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal are honored automatically where required by law.
Rights Under Florida Law
Florida residents get extra protections under Florida Statutes Chapter 501, Part VI, known as the Florida Information Protection Act. This law gives you the right to request a copy of any breach notice sent to our customers. You can also file a complaint with the Florida Department of Legal Affairs if you believe we broke this policy.
Children Under 18
Our site helps adults locate Florida unclaimed money, abandoned property, dormant accounts, uncashed checks, and escheatment records. It does not target children or knowingly collect data from minors.
Age Restrictions
We do not knowingly collect data from anyone under 18 years old. We do not allow children to create accounts, submit Florida unclaimed property owner search queries, or share personal details with our site. The Florida unclaimed property database itself may list minor children as owners, but only a parent or legal guardian can submit a Florida heir claim for minors.
Parental Contact
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child shared personal data with this site, contact us right away. We will delete the data within 7 business days of verifying your parental status through valid documents.
Third-Party Links and Services
Our site contains links to outside resources about Florida unclaimed property, abandoned bank accounts, unclaimed retirement accounts, unclaimed tangible property, and related topics. Once you click a link, the third party’s privacy policy takes over.
Florida DFS Links
We link to the official Florida Department of Financial Services, the Bureau of Unclaimed Property, and the Florida Treasury unclaimed funds pages. These are government sites with their own privacy rules. Read their policies before submitting personal data to any state claim form.
Bureau References
Some pages on our site reference the Florida unclaimed property annual report, holder due diligence rules, Florida unclaimed property holder compliance deadlines, and Florida unclaimed property publication dates. The official sources behind these references are the Bureau of Unclaimed Property and the FL DOR. Your data is not shared with these bodies when you visit our site.
External Ad Networks
Banner ads and sponsored listings on our site come from outside ad networks. These networks may set cookies or read existing cookies once an ad loads. Each network has a separate privacy policy that governs its data practices, including how it handles Florida unclaimed money above minimum amounts in your ad profile.
Do Not Track and Global Privacy Controls
Many browsers send signals that tell websites how to handle tracking. We honor the major signals where required by law. Florida does not have a state-level Do Not Track law, but federal and other state rules may apply.
DNT Signals
Older Do Not Track (DNT) browser signals get limited support across the web. We treat DNT as a request to opt out of non-essential cookies, analytics tracking, and personalized ads delivered through our script.
GPC Signals
The Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal is a newer standard. Under California, Colorado, Connecticut, Virginia, and Utah law, GPC must be honored as a valid opt-out. Our site reads GPC signals automatically when your browser sends them and turns off sale and sharing for that visit.
California and State Privacy Rights
Many U.S. states have passed consumer privacy laws in recent years. This section explains the rights granted to residents of those states who search for Florida unclaimed money or related assets through our tools.
CCPA and CPRA Disclosure
California residents get rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). You can request a copy of personal data we collected in the past 12 months, ask us to delete it, correct it, or limit its use. We do not sell your personal data. We do not share it for cross-context behavioral advertising unless you give clear consent through a banner or preference center.
Virginia Colorado Connecticut Privacy Rights
Residents of Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, Utah, and Texas get similar rights under each state’s consumer privacy law. You can confirm whether we process your data, access it, correct it, delete it, or port it. You can also appeal any decision we make about your request within a reasonable time, and you can contact your state Attorney General if the appeal fails.
International Users (GDPR)
If you visit our site from the European Union, the United Kingdom, or another jurisdiction with strict privacy rules, we apply extra protections under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK GDPR.
Lawful Basis for Processing
Under the GDPR, we must have a lawful basis to process your data. We rely on consent for cookies and marketing emails, legitimate interest for site analytics and fraud prevention, and legal obligation for law enforcement requests or tax-related record keeping.
Data Transfers
Some of our service providers sit outside the EU. When we transfer personal data across borders, we use Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved safeguards to keep your data protected at every stage of the journey.
EU User Rights
EU and UK users can ask for access, correction, deletion, restriction, portability, or objection to processing. You can also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. We will cooperate with any valid request sent through a supervisory authority.
Florida DFS Context Note
We built this site to help the public use the Florida unclaimed property search tools run by the state. We are a private service, not part of the Florida Department of Financial Services or the Bureau of Unclaimed Property.
How Florida DFS Handles Data
The Florida Department of Financial Services, the Division of Unclaimed Property, the Bureau of Unclaimed Property, and the FL DOR each operate their own databases and privacy rules. When you file a claim directly with the state, you submit your data to a government agency under Florida public records law, which is different from our private policy.
What We Do NOT Do With Search Data
We do not sell your Florida unclaimed money search queries. We do not profile you for credit decisions. We do not share your data with debt collectors, insurance companies, or marketing affiliates. We do not contact you unless you ask us to through a contact form.
Contact Information
You can reach our privacy team through the channels listed below. We respond to all valid privacy requests within the time limits set by law. We never charge a fee to act on your rights, except where requests are clearly unfounded or excessive.
How to Reach Us
Email: privacy@floridaunclaimedmoney.com. Postal mail: Florida Unclaimed Money, Privacy Officer, PO Box 13845, Tallahassee, FL 32399. You can also reach the Bureau of Unclaimed Property directly through the state helpline at 1-88-VALUABLE (1-888-258-2253) during business hours for official inquiries.
Response Time
We aim to reply within 10 business days for general questions. For access, correction, or deletion requests, we reply within 30 to 45 days depending on the law that applies. If we need extra time, we tell you why and when you can expect a final answer.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect new laws, new partners, or new site features. The date at the top of the page shows the last update. Major edits will be marked clearly so returning users can spot them.
Notification of Updates
When we make material changes, we post a banner on the home page for at least 30 days. Material changes include new data uses, new partner types, or changes to user rights. We never reduce your rights without giving you a clear chance to opt out or delete your data.
Continued Use as Acceptance
If you keep using the Florida unclaimed money search, Florida unclaimed property owner search, or any other tool on this site after an update, you accept the revised policy. If you do not accept the new terms, stop using the site and contact us to delete any stored data within the time allowed by law.
Privacy Policy FAQ
This section answers common questions people ask about how Florida Unclaimed Money handles personal data. Each answer covers a specific concern that comes up when users search for Florida unclaimed funds, dormant accounts, escheatment records, unclaimed stock dividends, unclaimed tangible property, or unclaimed retirement accounts. If you do not see your question here, contact our privacy team through the channels above.
Does this site store my Florida unclaimed money search results?
No. Each time you run a Florida unclaimed money by name search, the query goes to our partner, returns results to your screen, and drops from our production servers. We do not keep a personal search history tied to your name or IP address. We may store anonymous, combined counts such as “500 users searched Orlando last week” for site performance review, but those counts contain no personal identifiers. If you want a copy of a result you saw, save it before you close the tab or type it into the contact form so we can send it to you by email.
Do you sell my data to debt collectors or marketers?
No. We do not sell your email, phone number, name, address, Social Security number, or any other personal data to debt collectors, banks, insurance firms, marketing agencies, or affiliate networks. Our ad partners serve ads based on cookies, but they do not buy personal data from us. We make money through ads and paid referral links to claim services, not by selling user data. If a law enforcement agency or court sends a valid subpoena, we respond as required by law, and we post notice of any government requests where the law allows it.
Can my employer or bank see if I searched this site?
No. We do not share search activity with employers, banks, or anyone else. The Florida unclaimed property database is a public record, but your decision to look up your name is private. Your IP address appears in our server logs, but those logs get stripped of personal identifiers after 90 days and fully deleted within 12 months. If you want extra privacy, use a private browsing window, a VPN, or a public Wi-Fi network when you run a Florida unclaimed money lookup.
What happens to my data if I file a claim through this site?
If you use a third-party claim service linked from our site, that service has its own privacy policy. We do not pass your data to claim services automatically. You must submit your claim directly to the Florida Department of Financial Services or the Bureau of Unclaimed Property for it to count under the Florida unclaimed property act. The state will ask for identification, proof of address, and for estates, heirship documents. Always read the privacy policy of any claim service before sharing personal details.
How do you handle Florida unclaimed property for estates and heirs?
We do not collect estate or heir data through this site. When a Florida unclaimed property estate claim is filed with the state, the heir or executor submits documents directly to the Bureau of Unclaimed Property. Those filings fall under Florida public records law. We link to official forms but never ask for death certificates, Social Security numbers, or probate documents through our search tools. If a third-party service linked from this site asks for those items, you deal with them under their own privacy rules, not ours.
Can I delete my data if I closed my account?
Yes. Email our privacy team at the address listed in the contact section above. We wipe account data from primary systems within 30 days of a verified request and from backups within 90 days. We may keep copies of legal records such as signed claim forms or fraud reports for the time period required by Florida law, even after your account is deleted. We will tell you in our reply if any data must stay for legal reasons and how long we plan to keep it.
Is this site safe to use on a work or public computer?
Yes, with normal care. The site uses TLS 1.3 encryption, so no one between your device and our servers can read your search terms. If you use a shared computer, clear the browser cookies and history before you leave the device. Do not let the browser save your password if you create an account. We never ask for Social Security numbers, bank logins, or payment details through our search tools. If a pop-up or ad asks for that data, close it and report it to our team right away.
Authority and Entity Expansion List
This list shows additional topics that can be added in future updates to expand topical authority around Florida unclaimed money and related privacy, holder compliance, owner verification, and claim process areas. Each item is sorted by priority and ranking impact for future content expansion.
- Florida unclaimed property safe deposit box lookup (high priority, very specific entity)
- Unclaimed mineral interests and royalty payments in Florida (medium priority, niche entity)
- Florida unclaimed property holder list and annual report filing deadline calendar (medium priority)
- Florida unclaimed property business search for corporate owners (high priority, entity focus)
- Florida unclaimed property phone number directory and regional office locations (medium priority)
- Florida unclaimed property publication dates by county and newspaper list (medium priority)
- Florida unclaimed property holder compliance penalties and enforcement history (high priority, E-E-A-T)
- Florida unclaimed property due diligence letter templates and timing rules (medium priority)
- Florida unclaimed property owner verification using Social Security number match (high priority)
- Florida unclaimed money holder report due dates, NAUPA codes, and reporting thresholds (medium priority)
- Florida unclaimed property above minimum threshold amounts and dormancy periods by asset class (high priority)
- Florida escheatment timeline for stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and uncashed dividends (high priority)
- Florida unclaimed property for businesses, including holder report forms DR-832 and similar (medium priority)
- FL DOR unclaimed property tax refund and intangible personal property links (medium priority)
- Florida unclaimed money lookup via FL DOR versus Florida DFS (which agency handles what) (medium priority)
- Step-by-step heir claim process in Florida with required documents (high priority, FAQ expansion)
- Florida unclaimed property FAQ for small business holders (medium priority)
- Florida unclaimed money by last name versus business name search differences (high priority)
- Florida unclaimed property search online vs paper claim process for estates (medium priority)
- Florida unclaimed property for estates, probate requirements, and small estate affidavit (high priority)
- FL Treasury unclaimed funds versus federal unclaimed money (Treasury Hunt) differences (medium priority)
- Unclaimed retirement accounts rollover rules and Florida specific issues (high priority)
- Unclaimed tangible property including physical safe deposit box contents (medium priority)