What this site collects
State Fishing Spots does not have accounts or logins for visitors. It collects anonymous usage data through Google Analytics and the details you choose to send through the contact form.
- Google Analytics 4Pages viewed, approximate location, device and referring site, using cookies. IP addresses are not stored by GA4.
- Contact formYour name, email and message, kept on this site and in the owner's private records so the message can be answered.
- Affiliate linksAmazon and other retailers may set a cookie when you click a gear link, so a purchase can be credited.
- Maps and fontsMap tiles load from OpenStreetMap servers and fonts from Google Fonts, which receive your IP address to deliver them.
Your choices
You can block or delete cookies in your browser, or install the Google Analytics opt out add on. The site works without cookies.
To have a contact message deleted, send a request through the contact page from the same email address.
Retention and changes
Analytics data is kept for 14 months. Contact messages are kept until they are no longer needed to answer or follow up. This policy was last updated on 2026-10-09.
Questions about privacy policy
Does State Fishing Spots sell my data?
No.
Does the site use cookies?
Yes, for Google Analytics and for affiliate links when you click one.
Is there a login or account?
No.
What happens to my contact form message?
It is stored privately so it can be answered and is not shared with anyone else.
Can I ask for my message to be deleted?
Yes, through the contact page from the same email address.
Does the map track my location?
No. The map shows lake locations; it does not ask for your location.
How long is analytics data kept?
Fourteen months.
Who do I contact about privacy?
Use the contact page.