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Privacy Policy
Last updated: 25 March, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes the collection, use, sharing, processing and protection of personal data collected by UAB "Enforceshield" and Enforceshield LLC ("We" or "Us" or "EnforceShield") through our website enforceshield.com ("Website"). This Privacy Policy is applicable to all individuals visiting the Website disregarding whether they receive our Services or not.
Under applicable data protection laws, we are obligated to inform you about your personal data processing and we fulfill this obligation within this Privacy Policy which explains how we collect, use, share, process and protect your personal data in accordance with the applicable privacy laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act ("CCPA"), General Data Protection Regulation No. 2016/679 ("GDPR") and other applicable statutory regulations.
Privacy Policy is effective immediately after being posted on the Website and might be changed periodically. Users shall be informed by Us of any changes to the Privacy Policy via email or other means of electronic communications.
Any definitions used in this Privacy Policy if they are not assigned any specific meaning in this document shall have the same meanings as those assigned to them in the Terms of Service.
UAB "Enforceshield" is the Data Controller for Users, whose place of establishment or billing address is within the European Union.
Enforceshield LLC is the Data Controller for Users, whose place of establishment or billing address is outside the European Union.
Our contact details:
UAB "Enforceshield"
Address: Lvivo str. 21 A, LT- 09313 Vilnius, Lithuania
Enforceshield LLC
Address: 1616 Westgate Cir, Brentwood, TN, 37027, USA
E-mail address: [email protected]
To exercise the rights described below, please submit a verifiable request to us by e-mail [email protected]. Only you, or a person registered with the appropriate state authority whom you authorize to act on your behalf, may make a verifiable request related to your personal data. We may request additional information beyond what you have already provided to verify your identity or the identity of your authorized representative before processing your request. If we are unable to verify your identity or that of your authorized representative, we will not be able to respond to your request or provide your personal data.
| For what purpose do we collect personal data? | What personal data do we collect? | Why are we legally allowed to collect this data? | How long do we keep this data? |
|---|---|---|---|
| To process a Takedown Request | • Intellectual Property Asset owner's or their representative's full name and/or company name • Intellectual Property Asset owner's or their representative's email • Mailing address (country, state/province, city, street address, ZIP/postal code) | The processing of this data is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations while providing our Services | We retain this data for the duration of provision of Services and/or for a period of up to 10 years following the submission of a Takedown Request, unless it is needed to keep it longer (e.g. to defend legal claims) |
| To provide our Services of filling Notices or Reports to Platforms | • Intellectual Property Asset owner's or their representative's full name and/or company name • Intellectual Property Asset owner's or their representative's email | The processing of this data is necessary to fulfill our contractual obligations associated with providing our Services | We retain this data for the duration of provision of Services and/or for a period of up to 10 years following the submission of a Takedown Request, unless it is needed to keep it longer (e.g. to defend legal claims) |
| To handle questions, requests and complaints submitted by Users | • Intellectual Property Asset owner's or their representative's full name and/or company name • Intellectual Property Asset owner's or their representative's email • Any communication and messages you send to us (including the time they were received) | We have a legitimate interest to answer to your questions, requests and complaints | We retain this data for 1 year after a User's request is closed. We may continue to retain some information, even after this time if we are required to do so in order to comply with the law or on the basis of legitimate interests (e.g. retention for legal claims) |
| To improve Our Website, ensure its performance, increase its security and adapt both its content and form to the needs of Our Users | • IP address • Device information (ID) • Location data • Sign-in time • Other information about Your activities on Our and other websites We collect and store this information as part of log entries or through the use of cookies. Read more about the use of cookies in Section 7 of this Privacy Policy | Personal data collected with cookies is processed on the basis of Our legitimate interest while We set up cookies on Your device only with Your consent | Read more about the retention periods in Section 7 of this Privacy Policy |
| To defend our rights and interests | • All of the above-mentioned information related to other purposes • Documents sent to You and/or submitted by You • Other information You provide Us with • Other information that We are mandated by law to collect and/or provide | Legitimate interest (to protect our rights and interests) | We retain this data for 3 years from the day the court or institution decision came into force or the legally binding decision was implemented |
We collect personal data directly from You and automatically through Your use of the Website and provision of the Services. The primary ways in which We collect personal data include:
- Takedown Request submissions: When You complete and submit a Takedown Request form, You provide personal data necessary for Us to process the request, communicate with You, and provide the Services.
- Direct communication: When You contact Us by email or through other channels, We may collect and retain the information You provide, including Your contact details and any relevant correspondence.
- Use of the Website: We collect certain technical and usage-related information automatically when You access or interact with the Website. This may include IP address, browser type, device identifiers, access times, pages viewed, and referring URLs. This data may be collected through cookies or similar tracking technologies as described in this Privacy Policy.
- Third-party service providers: We may receive limited personal data from Our third-party payment processors, such as confirmation of payment status and related transaction metadata, solely for the purpose of confirming payment and fulfilling the Services.
We do not intentionally collect personal data that is not necessary for the specified purposes, and We ask that You do not submit any personal data beyond what is required for Your use of the Website and the Services.
| My right | Ways to exercise the right |
|---|---|
| The right of access | You have the right to request confirmation of whether we process data related to you, and if so, to request access to the processed data and related information. |
| Right to have personal data rectified | You have the right to request the correction or, considering the purposes of personal data processing, completion of incomplete personal data. |
| Right to erasure ("Right to be forgotten") | You have the right to request the deletion of information we process if you believe we are using this data unlawfully or in other circumstances specified in applicable legal acts, such as: (i) when the data is no longer necessary for the purposes for which it was collected or otherwise processed; certain exceptions apply (e.g., to comply with legal obligations, security purposes, or to complete a transaction). |
| Right to Limit the Use and Disclosure of Sensitive Personal Information | You can instruct us to use your sensitive personal information only as necessary in order to provide the Services. Relevant sensitive personal information includes data such as: social security numbers, driver's license or state ID numbers, passport numbers, financial account credentials, precise geolocation data, racial or ethnic origin; |
| Right to data portability | You have the right to request the transfer of personal data to another data controller if the data processing is based on consent or contract performance and is carried out by automated means. |
| Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing | You have a right to opt out of the sale or sharing of Your personal information, including any advertising purposes. |
| Right to Non-Discrimination | You shall not be denied any services, charged a different price, or be provided a different level or quality services just because you exercised your rights under this Policy. |
To exercise your rights described above, please follow these steps:
- Submit a verifiable request via email to [email protected]
- Include in your request:
- Your full name and company name (if applicable)
- Contact information
- Specific right(s) you wish to exercise
- Any relevant details to help us process your request
- We may request additional verification information to confirm your identity
- We shall respond to your request within 30 days, with a possible extension of 60 days if necessary
Note: Only you or your authorized representative may make a verifiable request related to your personal data.
We may share Your personal data with third parties strictly as necessary for the operation of the Website, provision of the Services, or compliance with legal obligations. In particular, We may share personal data in the following cases:
- With Platforms: When submitting a Notice or Report on Your behalf, We may disclose Your contact details and relevant information from the Takedown Request to the applicable Platform, as required by its submission procedures or policies.
- With our own service providers: We engage third-party service providers to support the operation of the Website and the delivery of the Services. These providers may include payment processors, IT infrastructure providers, hosting providers, analytics providers, and customer communication platforms. Such service providers process personal data only on Our instructions and subject to contractual obligations that ensure appropriate safeguards.
- With professional advisors: We may share personal data with Our legal, financial, or other professional advisors where necessary for the purposes of obtaining advice or protecting Our legal interests.
- In business transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, restructuring, sale of assets, or similar transaction, We may transfer personal data as part of the business assets, provided such transfer is in compliance with applicable data protection laws.
- To comply with legal obligations: We may disclose personal data if required to do so by law, regulation, court order, or other lawful requests from public authorities, or to protect Our rights, property, or safety, or that of others.
We employ limited automated decision-making processes:
Current Automated Processes:
- Automated security checks for Website access
- Basic form validation for Service requests
- Automated email confirmation systems
Important Notes:
- No significant decisions affecting Your legal rights are made solely through automated means
- Human oversight is maintained for all important decision-making processes
- You can request human intervention for any automated process that affects You
The Website uses cookies and similar technologies to distinguish specific Users of the Website. This helps Us to provide Users with a good experience when Users browse the Website and also allows Us to improve Our Website.
To ensure the functionality and security of Our Website, We utilize essential cookies. These cookies are minimal and solely intended to maintain Website security, enhance performance, and provide a smooth user experience. They enable core functions such as page navigation and access to secure areas.
Our Website also uses marketing cookies to personalize User's experience and measure the effectiveness of Our advertising campaigns. These cookies are used to collect information about the User's interactions with Our ads and the User's browsing behavior. They help Us understand User preferences and tailor advertising to better meet User needs. This data helps Us optimize Our marketing efforts and provide more relevant advertising.
For details on the specific cookies We use and their purposes, please refer to the table below. Cookie preferences can be managed via the cookie banner or User's browser settings.
| Name | Category | Description | Expiration date |
|---|---|---|---|
| _cf_b | Necessary | This cookie is part of Cloudflare's Bot Management service, which helps websites differentiate between genuine human traffic and automated bots. The cookie lets Cloudflare identify potential security threats (like malicious bots or spam) and ensures a safer browsing experience for legitimate users. By filtering out bad traffic and reducing unnecessary server load, this cookie indirectly contributes to a smoother and faster user experience. | This cookie expires after 30 minutes of continuous inactivity by the end user. |
| _cfuvid | Necessary | This cookie helps Cloudflare uniquely identify individual users as they navigate through the website. This enables Cloudflare to apply consistent security settings and traffic management for each user session. | This cookie lasts for the duration of the user's session on the website, meaning it shall expire when the browsing session ends. |
| _gcl_au | Marketing | This cookie is set by Google Adsense and is used for conversion tracking. It stores information about ad clicks and subsequent conversions (e.g., purchases or form submissions) on the advertiser's website. This allows advertisers to measure the effectiveness of their ad campaigns. | This cookie expires after 90 days. |
| _gcl_aw | Marketing | This cookie is set by Google Ads, it focuses on tracking the specific ad campaign responsible for the user's interaction. It helps attribute conversions to particular campaigns and assess their ROI. | This cookie expires after 90 days. |
| IDE | Marketing | This cookie is placed by Google DoubleClick and is used for ad personalization across different websites and platforms. If a user has personalized ads enabled, it stores information that allows Google to tailor ads to that user's interests and browsing behavior. | This cookie expires after 13 months in EEA UK / 24 months elsewhere (incl. the USA). |
| NID | Marketing | This cookie is used by Google to personalize ads within Google's own services for users who are not signed in to a Google account. It remembers user preferences, such as language settings and search preferences, enabling Google to display more relevant ads and search results. | This cookie expires after 6 months. |
Cookie Management:
Users can manage their cookie preferences through their browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact Website functionality.
For detailed information about the cookies We use and how to manage them, please contact Us at [email protected].
Due to the global nature of the internet and Our operations, Your personal data may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions outside of the one in which You are located, including jurisdictions that may not provide the same level of data protection as those in Your home country or region.
Where such transfers involve personal data of individuals located in the European Union, We shall ensure that appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable laws. These safeguards may include:
- Transfers to countries or territories recognized by the European Commission as providing an adequate level of data protection;
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) adopted by the European Commission, which contractually obligate recipients to protect personal data to a standard consistent with EU data protection law;
- Other lawful mechanisms and supplementary measures as required to ensure that the level of protection afforded to personal data is essentially equivalent to that guaranteed within the EU.
Regardless of where Your personal data is processed, We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect it in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
We implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, loss, or misuse. These measures are designed to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk associated with the processing of personal data.
Our safeguards include, where applicable, access controls, encryption, secure data storage, secure transmission protocols, regular security assessments, and policies for data minimization and restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis.
We also require Our employees, contractors, and service providers who process personal data to adhere to strict confidentiality obligations and to comply with applicable data protection requirements.
DISCLAIMER: While We strive to protect the personal data We process, no system or method of transmission over the Internet is entirely secure. Therefore, We cannot guarantee the absolute security of any personal data transmitted to or from the Website. You are responsible for keeping any credentials or authentication methods used to access the Services secure and confidential.
If You become aware of any actual or suspected unauthorized use or disclosure of Your personal data, please contact Us immediately using the contact details provided herein.
The Website and the Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and We do not knowingly collect or process personal data from anyone under this age.
If You are under the age of 18, You should not use the Website or the Services, or provide any personal data to Us. By using the Website and/or the Services, You represent that You are at least 18 years old or are otherwise legally authorized to enter into binding agreements under applicable law.
If We become aware that We have collected personal data from an individual under the age of 18 without appropriate authorization or legal basis, We shall take reasonable steps to delete such data immediately.
If You believe that a minor has provided Us with personal data in violation of this Privacy Policy, please contact Us using the contact details provided herein.
We are committed to addressing and resolving privacy concerns in a transparent and timely manner. If you have any complaints regarding our handling of your personal information or our compliance with applicable privacy laws, we encourage you to contact us for a resolution.
Complaint submission:
If you believe that we have violated your privacy rights or mishandled your personal data, you may submit a complaint using one of the following methods:
Email: [email protected]
Post: Lvivo str. 21 A, LT- 09313 Vilnius, Lithuania (for EU-based Users); or 1616 Westgate Cir, Brentwood, TN, 37027, USA (for non-EU based Users).
We shall acknowledge receipt of Your complaint within 10 business days and provide an initial response within 45 business days. If We require more time, We shall inform You of the reason and the expected resolution timeframe.
Escalation Process:
If You are not satisfied with our response, you have the right to escalate Your complaint as follows:
For EU-based Users:
If You believe that Your rights under applicable data protection laws have been infringed and our proposal resolution is not sufficient, You have the right to lodge a complaint with the competent data protection authority in an EU Member State of Your residence. A list of EU supervisory authorities is available at: https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en.
For California Residents:
If Your complaint concerns California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) rights, You may escalate the issue to the California Privacy Protection Agency (CPPA) at https://cppa.ca.gov or file a complaint with the California Attorney General at https://oag.ca.gov/privacy/ccpa.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact our support team at [email protected]