Privacy Policy
1. Who We Are
ProtectIQ publishes security software comparison content and educational resources. This policy explains what information we collect when you use our website and how we process that information.
2. Data We Collect
We may collect: page interaction events, referral sources, device/browser metadata, and information submitted through contact forms (name, email, subject, message). We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal data categories.
3. How We Use Data
We use collected information to operate the website, improve content quality, respond to inquiries, detect abuse, and measure aggregate performance of pages and links.
4. Cookies and Analytics
We may use analytics tools and similar technologies to understand traffic patterns and user behavior. These tools may set cookies depending on your browser settings and applicable consent requirements.
5. Affiliate Links
Some outbound links are affiliate links. If you click a link and complete a qualifying action, ProtectIQ may earn a commission. This helps fund editorial operations. Affiliate tracking may involve link parameters and referral metadata.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell personal information as a core business model. We may share limited data with service providers that help us host the site, analyze traffic, or process contact submissions, subject to contractual safeguards.
7. Data Retention
We retain data only as long as needed for legitimate business and legal purposes. Retention periods vary by data type and operational need.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your personal data. You may also have rights to object to certain processing or request portability.
9. Children
This website is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
10. Contact
Privacy requests: privacy@protectiq.com. General inquiries: info@protectiq.com.
11. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. Material updates will be reflected by revising the effective date on this page.