Privacy Policy

Overview

BlockLang Security Scanner is a free web-based tool that checks websites for scam, phishing, and malware threats. This service analyzes domain security using advanced threat detection APIs to provide instant security assessments. The scanner is designed with privacy in mind and does not store any user data or browsing history.

Data Collection Overview

Data We DO NOT Collect

• Personal Information: We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other personal identifiers (unless you voluntarily submit a report)
• Browsing History: We do not track or store your browsing history
• User Analytics: We do not use analytics services that track individual users
• Cookies: We do not use tracking cookies or persistent storage on your device
• Data Sales: We do not sell, rent, or share your data with third parties

Data We DO Process

• Domain Names: When you submit a domain for checking, we send only the domain name (e.g., "example.com") to our security API for analysis. No personal data or full URLs are transmitted.
• reCAPTCHA Verification: We use Google reCAPTCHA to prevent automated abuse. Google may collect technical information according to their privacy policy.
• Temporary Processing: Domain check results are processed in real-time and are not stored on our servers beyond temporary caching for performance.
• Report Submissions: If you voluntarily submit a report about incorrect results, we collect your email address and comments solely for verification and follow-up purposes.

Data Storage and Security

• No Local Storage: This web-based scanner does not store any data on your device
• Minimal Server Storage: We do not store your personal data. Domain check results may be temporarily cached for performance optimization
• Encrypted Connections: All communications with our API use HTTPS encryption
• Report Data: If you submit a report, your email and comments are stored securely and used only for verification and improving our service

Network Communication

The BlockLang Security Scanner communicates with remote servers in these cases:

• Domain Security Checks: Domain names you submit are sent to our security API over encrypted HTTPS connections for threat analysis
• reCAPTCHA Verification: Google reCAPTCHA service is used to prevent automated abuse
• Report Submissions: When you submit a report, your email and comments are sent securely to our server for processing
• No Telemetry: We do not send usage statistics, crash reports, or tracking data

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: scam@blocklang.org
• Web: Contact Form

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Any changes will be posted in this document with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• Other applicable privacy laws