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How Protectstar Protects Your Privacy?

1. Do we collect personal data?

No, we do not!
At Protectstar, your privacy is paramount. We don’t collect or store any personal data that can be linked back to you. We do not sell or share your data with any third parties. When using our apps, you can be confident that your private information remains private.

2. What data do we collect and why?

While we don’t collect personal data, we gather certain technical information that ensures our apps function securely and optimally. The data we collect follows strict data minimization principles, meaning we only collect the essentials needed for:

  • App names: We identify apps installed on your device to detect vulnerabilities or threats, like malware.
  • Digital fingerprints (MD5 and SHA-256): These are unique codes (checksums) for files and apps, helping us detect tampering without accessing the file content.
  • File checksums: Like app checksums, we use them to ensure file integrity while not accessing their contents.

3. How do we use this data?

The technical data we collect serves only one purpose: to protect your security. We use it for:

  • Security analysis: Checking for malware or threats.
  • Threat detection: Detecting tampering in apps or files.
  • Performance optimization: Offloading resource-heavy analysis to our secure cloud servers to keep your device running smoothly.

Rest assured, all collected data is anonymized, encrypted with AES-256, and securely transmitted to our servers.

4. How does Protectstar protect my data during analysis?

To avoid overloading your device, we offload threat analysis to our Protectstar AI cloud servers. All transferred data is encrypted with AES-256 to prevent unauthorized access, ensuring both your privacy and security are maintained.

5. Why can I trust Protectstar?

Trust is at the core of our values. Here’s why you can rely on us:

  • Encryption: Data is protected with AES-256 encryption and transmitted via secure HTTPS channels.
  • Secure servers: Your data is processed in ISO 27001-certified servers in Germany, complying with GDPR standards.
  • No data sharing: We don’t sell or share your data with third parties. If any changes occur in the future, we’ll notify you and ask for your consent.
  • Regular updates: We continually update our apps to close security gaps and protect you from evolving threats.

6. What are MD5 and SHA-256 checksums, and why are they important?

Checksums, like MD5 and SHA-256, act as unique “fingerprints” for files or apps. They help us verify whether files have been altered without needing to access the actual content.

  • MD5: An older method for creating checksums but less secure.
  • SHA-256: A modern, more secure method for generating unique and complex digital fingerprints.

We use these to detect tampering and ensure the security of your files and apps without compromising your privacy.

7. How do we use checksums?

We use checksums to verify the integrity of your files and apps. If a checksum changes, it could indicate tampering or manipulation. Importantly, we never access the content of your files or apps, just the fingerprint.

8. How long do we retain your data?

We follow a strict data minimization policy. All collected data is deleted after a few seconds, once the analysis is complete. This means your information is never stored on our servers longer than necessary.

9. What is Firebase Messaging, and does it collect my data?

Firebase Messaging is a Google service we use to send important updates and notifications directly to your device. It does not collect personal or sensitive information. It’s solely used for communicating relevant updates or security alerts, keeping you informed without compromising your data.

Unlike other companies that integrate data-hungry services like Google Analytics, Facebook Analytics, and Crashlytics, we only use Firebase Messaging for communication. No personal information is collected or shared.

10. What makes Protectstar better than other security companies?

Many well-known companies in the security industry have been caught selling user data, compromising trust and privacy. Protectstar is different:

  • No personal data collection.
  • No data selling.
  • Transparent, secure, and privacy-focused practices.

Where others betray trust, we stand firm in providing security solutions that protect your data as much as they protect your device. No hidden data collection. No compromises.

For more details, visit:
Disclosure for Apps
Policy for Apps

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