Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Web Code Protector. We operate the website https://www.webcodeprotector.com. We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal data with care and transparency.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, purchase our services, or interact with us. Please read this policy carefully. By using our Service, you consent to the practices described herein.

Policy Updates

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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

2. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our Service to you.

A. Personal Data

While using our Service, we may ask you to provide us with certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify you ("Personal Data"). This may include:

Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number.
Billing Information: Credit/debit card details, billing address. (Note: We use a third-party payment processor and do not store your full credit card details on our servers).
Account Information: Username, password, profile preferences.
Communications: Records of your correspondence with us, including support requests and survey responses.

B. Usage Data

We automatically collect information on how the Service is accessed and used ("Usage Data"). This may include:

Your computer's Internet Protocol address (IP address).
Browser type and version.
The pages of our Service that you visit, the time and date of your visit, and the time spent on those pages.
Unique device identifiers and other diagnostic data.

C. Technical Data for Service Delivery

When you use our core service (code protection), we may process the source code of your website that you submit for protection. This data is processed in real-time to apply the protection algorithms and is not stored on our servers longer than necessary to complete the transaction, unless you explicitly use a feature that requires storage (e.g., saved projects).

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for various purposes:

Service Provision

To create your account, process your payments, and apply our code protection technology to your projects.
To manage your registration as a user and provide you with access to different functionalities.

Customer Support

To respond to your inquiries, troubleshoot problems, and provide technical support.
To send you service-related notices, updates, security alerts, and administrative messages.

Service Improvement

To analyze usage trends and data to improve the functionality and user experience of our website and services.
To monitor and protect the security of our Service, detect and prevent fraudulent transactions, and address malicious activities.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (For EEA Users)

If you are from the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for collecting and using your personal information depends on the context in which we collect it. We typically rely on the following:

Performance of a Contract

Processing is necessary to perform the contract (our Terms of Service) with you.

Legitimate Interests

Processing is necessary for our legitimate interests, such as operating our business, providing security, and improving our Service, provided your rights do not override these interests.

Consent

You have given us permission to do so for a specific purpose (e.g., marketing emails).

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your Personal Data to third parties. We may share your information in the following situations:

Service Providers

We employ trusted third-party companies to facilitate our Service ("Service Providers"), such as payment processors, hosting providers, and customer support software. These providers have access to your Personal Data only to perform tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

Legal Obligations

We may disclose your information where required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or a government agency).

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as a business asset.

Protection of Rights

To protect and defend the rights, property, or safety of Web Code Protector, our users, or the public.

6. Data Security

The security of your data is important to us. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures designed to protect your Personal Data from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Security Measures

Encryption (SSL/TLS) for data in transit
Secure socket layer technology
Access controls and authentication mechanisms
Regular security assessments and updates

Security Limitations

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information, including Personal Data, may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ. We will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you have certain data protection rights:

Access and Portability

The right to access and receive a copy of your Personal Data.

Rectification

The right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete information we hold about you.

Erasure ("Right to be Forgotten")

The right to request the deletion of your Personal Data.

Restriction of Processing

The right to request that we temporarily or permanently stop processing all or some of your Personal Data.

Objection to Processing

The right to object to our processing of your Personal Data.

Withdraw Consent

Where we rely on consent, you have the right to withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and hold certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service. For more detailed information, please see our separate Cookie Policy.

10. Links to Other Sites

Our Service may contain links to other sites that are not operated by us. If you click on a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site. We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18 ("Children"). We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from anyone under the age of 18. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your Child has provided us with Personal Data, please contact us.

Questions About Our Privacy Policy?

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, your rights, or our data practices, please don't hesitate to contact us.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often is this Privacy Policy updated?

We review and update our Privacy Policy regularly to reflect changes in our practices, services, and legal requirements. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the most recent changes were made.

Can I request a copy of my personal data?

Yes, you have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you. To exercise this right, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section.

Do you store my source code when I use your protection service?

Your source code is processed in real-time to apply our protection algorithms and is not stored on our servers longer than necessary to complete the transaction, unless you explicitly use a feature that requires storage (e.g., saved projects).

How can I opt-out of marketing communications?

You can opt-out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email you receive from us, or by contacting us directly.