Privacy Policy

API SHIELD respects your privacy. This policy explains how we handle your information.

Last updated: January 2025

Information We Collect

We may collect basic usage data (such as IP addresses and request metadata) to protect forms from spam and abuse. This includes:

  • IP addresses of form submissions
  • Request timestamps and frequency
  • User agent information
  • Form field data (only for analysis purposes)
  • Geographic location data (country/region level)

How We Use Information

Data is used solely for detecting and preventing spam, fraud, and abuse. Specifically, we use this information to:

  • Analyze patterns in form submissions
  • Identify and block malicious traffic
  • Improve our detection algorithms
  • Provide analytics to our customers
  • Ensure service reliability and performance

Data Processing and Storage

We process your data using industry-standard security measures and store it securely in encrypted databases. Data is retained only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations.

Sharing of Data

We do not sell or share your data with third parties, except as required by law or in the following limited circumstances:

  • With your explicit consent
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect our rights and prevent fraud
  • With trusted service providers who assist in our operations (under strict confidentiality agreements)

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to processing of your data
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent at any time

Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to provide our services and may use analytics cookies to improve our platform. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption, access controls, and regular security audits.

International Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

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 this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact

If you have privacy concerns or questions about this policy, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@api-shield.com

Address: API SHIELD Privacy Team

Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours