Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 19, 2024 • Version 1.0.0

1. Introduction

Section 1

    This Privacy Policy explains how Check Crypto Address collects, uses, and protects your personal information.

    Key Points

  • We prioritize your privacy and data security
  • We are transparent about data collection and usage
  • You maintain control over your personal information
  • Please read this policy carefully to understand how your data is handled.

2. Information We Collect

Section 2

    Personal Information

  • Email address (when provided)
  • IP addresses
  • Device information
  • Browser type and settings
  • Service Usage Data

  • Cryptocurrency addresses validated
  • Scam reports submitted
  • Search queries
  • API usage statistics
  • Technical Data

  • Log files
  • Error reports
  • Performance data
  • Security events
  • We collect only necessary information to provide and improve our services.

3. How We Use Your Data

Section 3

    Service Operation

  • Providing address validation services
  • Maintaining the scam database
  • Processing API requests
  • Improving service accuracy
  • Security & Protection

  • Preventing fraud and abuse
  • Detecting suspicious activity
  • Protecting user accounts
  • Maintaining system security
  • Service Improvement

  • Analyzing usage patterns
  • Enhancing user experience
  • Developing new features
  • Fixing bugs and issues
  • Marketing Communications

  • Sending service updates and newsletters
  • Promotional offers and announcements
  • Product recommendations
  • Market research and surveys
  • You can opt-out of marketing communications at any time through your account settings or by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails.

4. Information Sharing

Section 4

    We limit data sharing to essential service operations.

    We Share With

  • Service providers and partners
  • Security and fraud prevention services
  • Analytics providers
  • We Never Share

  • Personal information for marketing
  • User data with third-party advertisers
  • Individual validation history
  • Legal Requirements

  • Court orders
  • Legal obligations
  • Law enforcement requests
  • We may be required to share information in response to valid legal requests.

5. Cookie Policy

Section 5

    Cookies help us provide and improve our services.

    Essential Cookies

  • Authentication and security
  • Session management
  • Basic functionality
  • User preferences
  • Analytics Cookies

  • Usage statistics
  • Performance monitoring
  • Service improvements
  • Error tracking
  • Third-Party Cookies

  • Security services
  • Analytics tools
  • Performance monitoring
  • Disabling essential cookies may affect service functionality.

6. Data Security

Section 6

    We implement industry-standard security measures.

    Security Measures

  • End-to-end encryption
  • Regular security audits
  • Protection Systems

  • Automated backups
  • Incident response
  • Security compliance
  • While we maintain high security standards, no system is completely immune to security risks.

7. Your Rights

Section 7

    You have control over your personal data.

    Your Rights Include

  • Access your personal data
  • Request data correction
  • Request data deletion
  • Export your data
  • Withdraw consent
  • How to Exercise Rights

  • Submit formal requests
  • Some requests may be limited by legal requirements or technical constraints.

8. Data Retention

Section 8

    Retention Periods

  • Account data: While active plus 365 days
  • Usage logs: 180 days
  • Security logs: 1 year
  • Backup data: 60 days
  • Data Deletion

  • Automatic after retention period
  • On valid user request
  • When no longer needed
  • Some data may be retained longer for legal compliance.

    Deleted data cannot be recovered.

9. International Transfers

Section 9

    Your data may be processed in different countries.

    Transfer Safeguards

  • Standard contractual clauses
  • Data processing agreements
  • Privacy Shield compliance
  • Protection Measures

  • Encryption in transit
  • Secure data centers
  • Access controls
  • Regular audits
  • Data protection laws may vary by jurisdiction.

10. Policy Updates

Section 10

    We may update this policy periodically.

    Update Notifications

  • Email notifications
  • Website announcements
  • Service notifications
  • In-app alerts
  • Your Options

  • Review changes
  • Accept updates
  • Contact with questions
  • Update preferences
  • Continued use after updates implies acceptance of changes.