Privacy policy

Planned Effective Date: TBD

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Shield Cloaked ("the company," "the organization," or "the service") collects, uses, and protects information when visiting the website and using the services. The company is committed to safeguarding privacy and ensuring that personal information is handled responsibly.

2. Information Collected

2.1. Server and Application Data

When visiting the shieldcloaked.tech website, the server automatically collects certain information, including:

• IP Address: To identify the device accessing the services.
• Browser Type and Version: To optimize the user experience.
• Operating System: To ensure compatibility with the services.
• Referring URL: To understand how users arrive at the site.
• Access Times and Dates: To monitor usage patterns.

The system may also log additional information related to user interactions on shieldcloaked.tech, such as:

• Request URLs: To track the pages accessed.
• Response Status Codes: To monitor the success or failure of requests.

2.2. Payment Information

When making a purchase through the services, Robocassa (for Russia) and Stripe are used to process payments. The information collected may include:

• Payment Method Details: Such as credit card number, expiration date, and billing address.
• Transaction Information: Including the amount charged and transaction ID.

Payment information is not stored on our servers. All data is processed securely by Robocassa and Stripe, in accordance with their privacy policies, and protected using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) technology.

Security Features

• SSL Encryption: Ensures card data remains confidential and securely transmitted.
• 3-D Secure: Adds an extra layer of verification via SMS or banking app, reducing fraud risk.
• PCI DSS Compliance: Adherence to international standards for cardholder data protection, including secure storage and transmission, vulnerability testing, and access management.

3. How Information Is Used

The collected information is used for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain the services.
• To process transactions and manage payments.
• To improve the website and services based on user feedback and usage patterns.
• To communicate regarding accounts or transactions.
• To comply with legal obligations and protect rights.

4. Data Handling During Extension Use

During the use of the extension, no data is collected by third parties. All data processing occurs locally, ensuring that personal information remains private and secure. The extension does not share, sell, or disclose any user data to external entities. Once the extension is installed, no packets leave the browser to third-party servers. License ownership and activation are processed on the shieldcloaked.tech servers, and no extension usage information is collected or sold.

5. Data Retention

Information is retained only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

6. Data Security

Appropriate technical and organizational measures are implemented to protect personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure.

7. Rights

Depending on location, users may have certain rights regarding personal information, including the right to access, correct, or delete data. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Users will be notified of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on the website. It is advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

9. Contact Information

For any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or data practices, please feel free to reach out!