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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: June 1, 2025

Data Protection Declaration (according to GDPR)

Important Notice: Security Scanner AI is a search engine service that scans publicly available dark web databases. We do NOT store or log any personal data from search results. We do NOT collect, save, or retain any breach information, passwords, or compromised credentials found during scans. Our service only provides real-time search results from external databases.

1. Controller

Security Scanner AI
Seitenstettengasse 5/37
A-1010 Wien
Austria
[email protected]
www.secnetic.at

2. Nature of Our Service - We Are a Search Engine

Security Scanner AI is a search engine service, not a data storage platform. We operate similarly to traditional search engines (like Google) by querying external dark web databases and presenting results to users in real-time.

What we DO:

  • Query external dark web databases when you perform a search
  • Display real-time search results from third-party breach databases
  • Provide monitoring alerts when new breaches are detected (if you enable monitoring)

What we DO NOT do:

  • We do NOT store breach data, passwords, or compromised credentials
  • We do NOT log or retain search results
  • We do NOT create databases of leaked information
  • We do NOT collect or archive personal data from dark web sources
  • We do NOT track your search history

3. No Logging Policy

We maintain a strict no-logging policy:

  • Search queries are NOT logged or stored
  • Search results are NOT saved or archived
  • User search history is NOT tracked or retained
  • Breach data is NOT stored in our systems
  • IP addresses are only temporarily used for security purposes and are NOT logged

This ensures maximum privacy for our users. Even if legally compelled, we cannot provide search history or breach data because we simply do not have it.

4. Purpose of Data Processing

We process personal data only when you actively provide it to us - for example, when registering an account or contacting us. Data processing is carried out exclusively for the following purposes:

  • Account registration and authentication
  • Communication and answering inquiries
  • Service provision (performing searches on your behalf)
  • Subscription management and billing
  • Sending security alerts about new breaches (if monitoring is enabled)

5. Data We Collect

Account Information (only if you register):

  • Email address
  • Company name (optional)
  • Domain names you wish to monitor
  • Subscription and billing information

Technical Information (minimal, temporary):

  • IP address (for security purposes only, not logged long-term)
  • Browser type (for compatibility)
  • Access timestamps (for security monitoring only, not retained)

What We DO NOT Collect or Store:

  • Search queries or search history
  • Breach results or compromised credentials
  • Passwords or sensitive data from dark web sources
  • Detailed browsing behavior or tracking data
  • Analytics or user behavior patterns

6. Legal Basis

Data processing is based on the GDPR, in particular:

  • Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. b (contract/contract initiation)
  • Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. c (legal obligation)
  • Art. 6 Para. 1 lit. f (legitimate interest in providing search services and security)

7. Recipients

Your account data will - if necessary - be shared with the following service providers only:

  • Email service providers (for account verification and alerts)
  • Payment processors (for subscription billing)
  • Hosting providers (for website infrastructure)

Data processing agreements exist with all service providers in accordance with Art. 28 GDPR. We do NOT share any breach data, search results, or search history with third parties because we do not store this information.

8. Storage Period

Your account data (email, company name, subscription info) will be stored only as long as your account is active or as required by law (e.g., 7 years retention obligation for billing records according to BAO/UStG in Austria).

Search results and breach data are NOT stored. They are displayed in real-time and immediately discarded after being shown to you. We retain no records of what you searched for or what results were displayed.

9. Data Subject Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access (Art. 15 GDPR) - Request information about your stored account data
  • Rectification (Art. 16 GDPR) - Correct inaccurate account information
  • Erasure (Art. 17 GDPR) - Delete your account and all associated data
  • Restriction (Art. 18 GDPR) - Restrict processing of your data
  • Data Portability (Art. 20 GDPR) - Receive your data in a portable format
  • Objection (Art. 21 GDPR) - Object to certain data processing activities

Please contact us directly to exercise these rights. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the data protection authority:
Datenschutzbeh�rde
www.dsb.gv.at

10. Cookies and Tracking

This website only uses technically necessary cookies for:

  • Session management (keeping you logged in)
  • Security (CSRF protection, Cloudflare Turnstile verification)

We do NOT use:

  • Tracking cookies
  • Analytics tools (no Google Analytics, no web analytics)
  • Advertising cookies
  • Third-party tracking scripts
  • Marketing or behavioral tracking

11. Data Security

Our website and services use industry-standard security measures:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for all data in transit
  • Secure authentication mechanisms
  • Access controls and role-based permissions
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Cloudflare protection against DDoS and attacks

All systems (email, billing, hosting) are protected by access restrictions and regular security reviews.

12. Search Engine Disclaimer

As a search engine service, Security Scanner AI queries external dark web databases that are publicly accessible. We have no control over the content of these databases and do not host or maintain them.

Important: The breach information displayed in search results comes from external sources and is presented to you in real-time. We are not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or legality of the information found in these external databases. We simply act as a search intermediary, similar to how Google displays search results from external websites.

Additional Information for International Users

International Data Transfers

Your account information may be processed on servers located in the European Economic Area (EEA). We ensure all data transfers comply with GDPR requirements and appropriate safeguards are in place.

CCPA Rights (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

  • Right to know what personal information we collect
  • Right to deletion of personal information
  • Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do NOT sell any data)
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

California Users: We do not sell your personal information. We do not share your data with third parties for monetary or other valuable consideration.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

Contact for Privacy Inquiries

For any questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: Seitenstettengasse 5/37, A-1010 Wien, Austria
Phone: +43 676 931 88 77

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Summary: We respect your privacy. We only store your account information (email, subscription details). We do NOT log your searches, do NOT store breach data, and do NOT track your behavior. We are a search engine, not a data broker.