This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, submit information through online forms, or interact with our services.
We are committed to respecting your privacy and handling your data responsibly and transparently.
Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of information from users of our website:
1.1. Information you provide voluntarily
We collect personal data that you choose to provide to us, including but not limited to:
- Subscription or account details (such as email and display name, if applicable).
- Details submitted through fraud report forms (company name, your name, email address, phone number, deposit/loss amount, description of the incident).
- Contact form submissions and direct communications with our team.
1.2. Information collected automatically
When you browse our website, we automatically collect limited technical data, such as:
- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, operating system, and device information
- Pages viewed, time spent on site, and referring URLs
- Interaction data (clicks, scrolls, etc.)
1.3. Cookies and tracking technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Improve website functionality and security
- Remember user preferences and language settings
- Analyze site traffic and usage trends
- Provide relevant content or advertising
You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some parts of the site may not function correctly without them.
2. How We Use Your Information
We process your information for the following purposes:
- To analyze and verify fraud reports or suspicious company submissions
- To contact you for clarification or follow-up on submitted reports
- To publish anonymized information about fraudulent activity for public awareness
- To maintain website performance, security, and analytics
- To comply with legal obligations or respond to law enforcement requests
We will never sell or rent your personal information to any third parties.
3.Legal Basis for Processing
We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
- Consent: when you voluntarily submit a form or accept cookies
- Legitimate interests: to maintain transparency, prevent abuse, and operate the platform
- Legal obligation: when required by applicable laws or regulations
4.Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We may share data only in specific cases:
- With internal reviewers or analysts for verification and fraud assessment
- With law enforcement agencies or regulatory bodies, when legally required or in the public interest
- With technical service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics, or email delivery), who comply with standard data protection agreements
All shared data is handled securely and, where possible, anonymized to protect your identity.
5.Data Retention
Your personal data is stored only for as long as necessary for the purposes stated above:
- Fraud report data: up to 24 months
- Contact form submissions: up to 12 months
- Technical logs and analytics: typically 90 days
After this period, data is securely deleted or anonymized for statistical purposes.
6.Your Data Protection Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights under applicable data protection laws (such as the EU GDPR or similar frameworks):
- Right of access – to request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
- Right to rectification – to correct or update inaccurate data
- Right to erasure – to request deletion of your data (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restriction of processing – to limit how we use your data
- Right to data portability – to receive your data in a structured format
- Right to object – to object to processing based on legitimate interests
To exercise these rights, please contact us through the communication channels listed below.
7.Data Security
We implement technical and organizational measures to ensure your information is safe from unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
- HTTPS encryption for all website traffic
- Regular security audits and updates
- Restricted administrative access
- Secure data storage and backup practices
While we strive to maintain a high level of protection, no method of online transmission is 100% secure.
You submit information at your own discretion.
8.Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to external websites or embedded third-party content (e.g., ads, videos, partner reports).
We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third-party sites.
We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies before sharing any personal data.
9.Children’s Privacy
This website and its services are not intended for children under 18 years old.
We do not knowingly collect data from minors.
If you believe a child has submitted personal data, please contact us, and we will promptly remove it.
10.Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us via email:
info@protzovik.com
11.Updates to This Policy
We may occasionally update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements.
Updates will be published on this page with a new “Last updated” date.
We encourage users to review this page regularly to stay informed.
12.Consent
By using this website, submitting any forms, or interacting with our services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
