Introduction
AntiSpywares.net (“we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website and tools.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
When you use our tools, you may provide:
- Website URLs for analysis
- Domain names or IP addresses for checking
- Code snippets for validation (JSON, .htaccess, robots.txt)
- Email addresses if you subscribe to newsletters (optional)
- Contact information if you reach out to us
Automatically Collected Information
When you visit our site, we automatically collect:
- Your IP address
- Browser type and version
- Operating system
- Pages you visit and time spent
- Referring website
- Date and time of visits
- Device information
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience. These may include:
- Essential cookies for site functionality
- Analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our site
- Preference cookies to remember your settings
- You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may limit some site features.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Provide and operate our tools and services
- Analyze and improve our website performance
- Understand how users interact with our tools
- Send newsletters if you subscribed
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Detect and prevent abuse or security issues
- Comply with legal obligations
Data We Do Not Store
We do not permanently store:
- URLs you scan through our tools
- Scan results or analysis data
- Code snippets you validate
- Passwords you test (processed client-side only)
These are processed temporarily to provide results and then deleted.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services that collect information:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand site usage. Google collects data about your visits. You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Hosting Provider
Our hosting provider (Milesweb) may collect server logs and technical data for site operation and security.
Social Media
If we embed social media content, those platforms may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only:
- With service providers who help operate our site
- When required by law or legal process
- To protect our rights or prevent abuse
- With your consent
All third-party providers are required to protect your data.
Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain data only as long as necessary:
- Analytics data: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
- Newsletter emails: Until you unsubscribe
- Contact inquiries: As needed to respond and for records
- Server logs: 30-90 days
Your Rights
You have rights regarding your personal data:
Access
You can request what personal data we hold about you.
Correction
You can request correction of inaccurate information.
Deletion
You can request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal obligations.
Opt-Out
You can opt out of newsletters by clicking unsubscribe in any email.
Cookie Control
You can disable cookies through your browser settings.
To exercise these rights, contact us using the information below.
Children’s Privacy
Our services are not intended for users under 18. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn we have collected data from a child, we will delete it promptly.
International Users
Our site is operated from India. If you access our site from outside India, your information may be transferred to and processed in India. By using our site, you consent to this transfer.
Do Not Track Signals
We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals from browsers. We continue to collect data as described in this policy.
Email Communications
If you subscribe to our newsletter:
- We will send updates about tools and security tips
- We will not spam or share your email with third parties
- You can unsubscribe anytime
- We use a third-party email service provider
Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted on this page.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.
Continued use after updates means you accept the revised policy.
Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
If you are in the European Union, our legal basis for processing your data includes:
- Legitimate interest in operating and improving our services
- Consent when you provide information voluntarily
- Legal obligation when required by law
- Contract performance when providing services you request
Your EU Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the EU, you have additional rights:
- Right to access your data
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
- Right to withdraw consent
- Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
- Right to opt out of sale of personal information
- Right to deletion of personal information
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
We do not sell personal information.
Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities as required by law.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, contact us:
Email: support@antispywares.net
Website: https://antispywares.net
Consent
By using AntiSpywares.net, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of information as described.