Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Securon ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website security scanning service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, name, and password when you register
• Payment Information: Billing details for paid subscriptions (processed securely by our payment provider)
• Website URLs: URLs you submit for scanning
• Support Communications: Messages you send us for customer support

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Scan history, features used, and service interactions
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and preferences
• Log Data: Server logs including timestamps and request details

2.3 Scan Results Data

We store the results of your website scans including:

• Target website URL
• Security analysis results
• Performance metrics
• Detected technologies and platforms
• DNS and server information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Delivery: To perform website scans and provide analysis results
• Account Management: To create and manage your account
• Payment Processing: To process your subscription payments
• Customer Support: To respond to your inquiries and provide assistance
• Service Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our service
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
• Communications: To send important service updates and notifications

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 We Do NOT Sell Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4.2 Service Providers

We may share your information with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our service:

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe) for handling transactions
• Cloud hosting providers for data storage
• Email service providers for transactional emails
• Analytics providers for service improvement

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to:

• Valid legal processes (subpoenas, court orders)
• Protection of our rights and safety
• Investigation of fraud or security issues
• Enforcement of our Terms of Service

4.4 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you before your information is transferred and becomes subject to a different privacy policy.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

• Encryption: All data transmitted to our servers is encrypted using SSL/TLS
• Password Protection: Passwords are hashed using industry-standard bcrypt
• Access Controls: Restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Audits: Security assessments and monitoring for vulnerabilities
• Two-Factor Authentication: Available for admin accounts

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active
• Scan History: Retained for the duration of your subscription
• Payment Records: Retained for 7 years for tax and accounting purposes
• Support Communications: Retained for 2 years
• Log Data: Typically retained for 90 days

You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time through your account settings or by contacting us.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Portability

• Request a copy of your personal data
• Download your scan history and results
• Receive your data in a portable format

7.2 Correction and Updates

• Update your account information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Complete incomplete information

7.3 Deletion

• Request deletion of your account
• Request deletion of specific scan results
• Exercise your "right to be forgotten" (where applicable)

7.4 Objection and Restriction

• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Object to certain data processing activities
• Request restriction of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@securon.com or through your account settings.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and security
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics Cookies: Understand how you use our service

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service.

9. Third-Party Links

Our service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will delete it.

11. International Data 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 information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification for significant changes

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

14. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Legal Basis: We process your data based on consent, contract performance, and legitimate interests
• Data Protection Officer: Contact dpo@securon.com for GDPR-related inquiries
• Supervisory Authority: You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority
• Data Transfers: We use standard contractual clauses for international transfers

15. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to access your personal information
• Right to equal service and price

We do not sell your personal information.