Introduction

GuardSSL ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our SSL certificate monitoring service.

Information We Collect

We collect information that you provide directly to us:

Account information: email address, name, and password when you register
Domain information: domain names you add for SSL monitoring
Payment information: processed securely through Stripe (we do not store your card details)
Communication data: messages you send to our support team

Information collected automatically:

Usage data: how you interact with our service
Device information: browser type, operating system
Log data: IP address, access times, pages viewed

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our SSL monitoring service
Send you SSL certificate expiration alerts and notifications
Process your payments and manage your subscription
Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
Send you technical notices and security alerts
Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience

Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

With service providers who assist in operating our service (e.g., Stripe for payments, email providers for notifications)
To comply with legal obligations or respond to lawful requests
To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission, secure password hashing, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting our support team.

Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies to maintain your session and preferences. We use analytics tools to understand how users interact with our service. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

Your Rights

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

Access and receive a copy of your personal data
Correct inaccurate personal data
Request deletion of your personal data
Object to or restrict processing of your data
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16.

Changes to This 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 and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us.