Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2025
Introduction
PhiShark ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our URL scanning service.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- URLs You Scan: We collect the URLs you submit for scanning to provide our service
- Communication: Any messages you send us through our contact forms
Automatically Collected Information
- Usage Data: How you interact with our service, including scan history and API usage
- Technical Data: IP address, browser type, device information, and cookies
- Analytics: Anonymous usage statistics to improve our service
How We Use Your Information
- Provide Our Service: To scan URLs and detect phishing threats
- Communication: To respond to your inquiries and send important updates
- Improve Our Service: To analyze usage patterns and enhance our technology
- Security: To protect against fraud and abuse
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With trusted partners who help us operate our service
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger or acquisition
- Consent: When you explicitly give us permission
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication
- Secure hosting and infrastructure
Data Retention
- Scan History: Kept for 30 days for service improvement
- Logs: Retained for up to 90 days for security purposes
- Analytics: Anonymous data may be kept indefinitely
Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct your information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your data
- Portability: Export your data in a standard format
- Objection: Object to certain processing activities
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze website usage and performance
- Provide personalized content
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect service functionality.
Third-Party Services
Our service may integrate with third-party services for:
- Email delivery and communication
- Analytics and performance monitoring
- Payment processing (if applicable)
- Hosting and infrastructure
These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.
Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.
International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
General Contact: info@phishark.net
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