Privacy Policy
Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
1. Introduction
Starkguard AI Governance Platform ("Starkguard," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our AI governance platform and related services.
By using Starkguard, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
2. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- •Account Information: Name, email address, company name, job title, and password when you create an account.
- •Organization Data: Information about your organization, including AI systems, risk assessments, compliance data, and governance documentation.
- •Assessment Responses: Your responses to governance assessments, self-assessments, and questionnaires.
- •Payment Information: Billing details processed securely through our payment provider (Stripe).
Information Collected Automatically
- •Usage Data: Information about how you interact with our platform, including features used and pages visited.
- •Device Information: Browser type, operating system, IP address, and device identifiers.
- •Cookies: We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and analyze usage patterns.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
4. AI Processing and Data Usage
Starkguard uses artificial intelligence to provide features such as risk analysis, compliance insights, and recommendations. When using AI features:
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your information with:
- •Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform (hosting, analytics, payment processing)
- •Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- •Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- •With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize us to share information
6. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
We also conduct regular security assessments, penetration testing, and maintain comprehensive backup and disaster recovery procedures.
7. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
GDPR (European Users)
We process your data under legal bases including contract performance, legitimate interests, consent, and legal obligations. Our Data Protection Officer can be reached at dpo@guardai.com.
CCPA (California Users)
California residents have the right to know what personal information is collected, request deletion, opt-out of data sales (we do not sell data), and non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights.
Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You can request deletion of your data at any time. Certain data may be retained for legal compliance, dispute resolution, or to enforce agreements.
International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses for transfers outside the European Economic Area.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of Starkguard after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Children's Privacy
Starkguard is not intended for use by individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child, we will delete it promptly.