Introduction

Watchdog.ID is a free credential monitoring solution developed by the Cybersecurity Reach Foundation. Our mission is to empower individuals and businesses with cybersecurity tools that help protect their digital assets. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use Watchdog.ID.

By accessing and using Watchdog.ID, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

Watchdog.ID collects minimal data to provide our credential monitoring services. The types of information we may collect include:

• Email Addresses & Domains (for credential breach monitoring)
• IP Addresses (for security and abuse prevention)
• Log Data (such as usage statistics, access times, and device/browser type)
• Voluntary User Input (such as submitting an email to check for breaches)

We do not store passwords or sensitive personal data beyond what is necessary to provide our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide breach notification services.
• Maintain the security and functionality of Watchdog.ID.
• Improve our services based on usage trends.
• Prevent fraud, abuse, or unauthorized access.

We will never sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties for marketing purposes.

3. Data Retention

• We retain email addresses only for the duration required to provide monitoring services.
• Log data may be retained for security analysis and service improvement.
• You can request deletion of your information at any time by contacting us at info@cybersecurityreach.org

4. Security Measures

We take security seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect user data, including:

• End-to-end encryption of data in transit.
• Secure storage of breach data using industry best practices.
• Limited access controls to prevent unauthorized use.

Despite our efforts, no system is 100% secure. We encourage users to maintain good cybersecurity practices, such as enabling multi-factor authentication and using strong, unique passwords.

5. Third-Party Services

Watchdog.ID may use third-party APIs or databases (such as Have I Been Pwned) to enhance our breach monitoring capabilities. These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we encourage users to review them.

6. Your Rights & Choices

As a user, you have the right to:

• Access Your Data – Request details about the data we have collected.
• Request Deletion – Ask us to remove your data from our records.
• Opt-out of Monitoring – Choose not to participate in Watchdog.ID's services.

For any requests, please contact us at info@cybersecurityreach.org.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with the effective date indicated.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

📧 Email: info@cybersecurityreach.org

🌐 Website: cybersecurityreach.org