Privacy Policy for KAVACH Intelligence and KAVACH Antivirus Last Updated: [06/11/2024] Introduction Welcome to the privacy policy of KAVACH Intelligence and KAVACH Antivirus. This policy describes how NextView Technologies India Pvt. Ltd. ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your information. We are committed to safeguarding the privacy of our users, including those who use the KAVACH Intelligence Chrome Extension and KAVACH Antivirus software for Windows PCs and laptops. This policy explains what data we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and the rights users have regarding their information. Contact Information If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: - **Address**: NextView Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., Nagrik Bank, 409 - 410 Maurya Atria, Nr. Atithi Restaurant Cross Road, Judges Bunglow Rd, above Mahesana, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380054 - **Email**: support@nextviewkavach.com - **Phone**: 1800 889 2230 - **Website**: [Contact Us](https://www.nextviewkavach.com/contact.php) Scope of This Privacy Policy This Privacy Policy applies to: 1. **KAVACH Intelligence Chrome Extension** – A browser extension designed to enhance user security by protecting against malicious websites. 2. **KAVACH Antivirus Software for Windows** – A comprehensive antivirus solution for Windows PCs and laptops that provides protection against malware, trojans, ransomware, and other threats. This policy explains how we handle information across both products and the rights users have regarding their data. Table of Contents 1. Data We Collect 2. How We Use Your Data 3. Permissions Required by the Extension 4. Data Sharing and Disclosure 5. Data Security Measures 6. Data Retention 7. User Rights 8. Children’s Privacy 9. Legal Compliance 10. International Data Transfers 11. Changes to This Privacy Policy 12. Contact Information 1. Data We Collect We collect various types of data to provide and improve our services. 1.1 KAVACH Intelligence Chrome Extension - **Website URLs**: We may collect the URLs of websites that users visit to evaluate their safety and protect against threats. - **User Preferences**: We collect information about user settings (e.g., blocked or allowed websites). - **Threat Metadata**: Information about blocked or detected malicious activities may be collected. **Data Not Collected**: - We do not collect personally identifiable information (PII) such as names, addresses, email addresses, or phone numbers. 1.2 KAVACH Antivirus Software for Windows - **System Information**: Information about the device, including OS version, hardware details, IP address, and system health, is collected to provide antivirus functionality. - **Malware Reports**: Metadata on detected threats, affected files, and security incidents may be collected. - **Security Logs**: Logs related to antivirus scans and responses to threats. **Optional Data**: - Users may opt to provide diagnostic information to help troubleshoot issues, which may include system details, application logs, and detected threats. 2. How We Use Your Data We process user data to improve cybersecurity, enhance our services, and ensure a secure experience. 2.1 Threat Detection and Prevention - **Chrome Extension**: Collected URLs are analyzed locally to determine if websites are malicious, providing real-time blocking of harmful sites. - **Antivirus**: System information and threat data are used to scan, identify, and quarantine threats such as viruses and ransomware. 2.2 Product Improvement - **Usage Analysis**: Non-personal data may be used to understand feature usage and improve functionality. - **Diagnostics**: Optional diagnostic reports are used to troubleshoot and enhance the reliability of our software. 2.3 Customer Support - **User Assistance**: Information may be requested when users seek technical support, such as details of detected threats or application settings. 2.4 Legal Compliance - We use data to comply with applicable laws and cooperate with regulatory authorities as necessary. 3. Permissions Required by the Chrome Extension The KAVACH Intelligence Chrome Extension requires certain permissions to provide effective protection: 3.1 DeclarativeNetRequest - **Purpose**: The `declarativeNetRequest` permission is necessary to block harmful websites, including those distributing malware or phishing. This ensures real-time user protection. 3.2 Storage - **Purpose**: The `storage` permission is used to store settings and blocked domain lists on the user's device, ensuring a consistent experience. 3.3 Tabs - **Purpose**: The `tabs` permission allows the Extension to access URLs in active tabs to determine their safety, providing proactive protection against unsafe websites. 3.4 Host Permissions - **Purpose**: The extension requires access to all URLs to analyze, detect, and block threats across different websites, ensuring complete browsing safety. 4. Data Sharing and Disclosure We do not sell your data to third parties. However, we may share information under certain circumstances: 4.1 Service Providers - **Purpose**: Trusted third-party service providers may receive data necessary for them to deliver services, such as cloud hosting or threat analysis. These partners are bound by contractual obligations to protect your data and use it solely for the services we provide. 4.2 Legal Requirements - **Purpose**: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, respond to lawful requests by public authorities, or protect our rights and interests. 5. Data Security Measures We employ stringent measures to safeguard the information collected: - **Encryption**: All sensitive data is encrypted during storage and transmission to prevent unauthorized access. - **Access Controls**: Data access is restricted to authorized personnel, ensuring that only those who require the information can access it. - **Regular Audits**: We conduct periodic security audits to identify vulnerabilities and improve our systems. 6. Data Retention We retain user data for as long as it is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy: - **Threat Data**: Retained for as long as necessary to analyze and improve our threat detection capabilities. - **User Preferences**: Stored locally on the user's device and retained until the user uninstalls the extension or resets settings. 7. User Rights Users have certain rights regarding the data we collect and process: - **Access**: You can request information about the data we hold about you. - **Correction**: You have the right to request corrections to any inaccurate information. - **Deletion**: You may request that we delete your personal data, subject to any legal obligations to retain it. - **Objection**: Users can object to specific types of data processing, particularly when it concerns direct marketing. 8. Children's Privacy KAVACH Intelligence and KAVACH Antivirus are not intended for use by individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we discover that such data has been collected, we will delete it promptly. 9. Legal Compliance We adhere to applicable privacy laws, including the **General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)**, the **California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)**, and other relevant regulations that protect user privacy. 10. International Data Transfers User information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. Where such transfers take place, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data, in compliance with applicable laws. 11. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, regulatory requirements, or other operational factors. When updates are made, the "Last Updated" date will be revised, and users will be notified through our website or directly within our products. 12. Contact Information If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: - **Address**: NextView Technologies India Pvt. Ltd., Nagrik Bank, 409 - 410 Maurya Atria, Nr. Atithi Restaurant Cross Road, Judges Bunglow Rd, above Mahesana, Bodakdev, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380054 - **Email**: support@nextviewkavach.com - **Phone**: 1800 889 2230 - **Website**: [Contact Us](https://www.nextviewkavach.com/contact.php) Thank you for choosing KAVACH Intelligence and KAVACH Antivirus to keep you safe online. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your data at all times.