GuardMe Privacy Policy
GuardMe, Inc. ("we", "us", "our") operates GuardMe, a DNS protection application. This Privacy Policy explains our privacy-first approach.
Our Commitment
GuardMe is designed with privacy as a core principle. We process data to protect you, but we do not identify, track, or profile you.
What We Do NOT Collect
| Data Type | Collected? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Personal Information | ❌ No | No names, emails, or accounts |
| Browsing History Logs | ❌ No | We don't store sites you visit |
| User Profiles | ❌ No | No behavioral tracking |
| Location Data | ❌ No | No GPS or location tracking |
| Cookies/Trackers | ❌ No | No tracking technologies |
What We Process
DNS Queries
Your DNS queries pass through GuardMe servers to block threats:
- Queries are processed in real-time
- Malicious domains are blocked
- Queries are not logged with identifying information
- Data is processed and discarded
Traffic Inspection
To detect fraud, phishing, and counterfeit products, some traffic to flagged domains is inspected:
- Content analyzed for threats using AI
- Images checked for counterfeit products
- Your browsing is not logged or stored
- Traffic is not associated with your identity
Warning Banner Responses
When you see a warning and choose to proceed or decline:
- Your choice is recorded anonymously
- Helps reduce false positives
- Improves protection for all users
- No user identification attached
Anonymous Device Certificate
GuardMe uses an anonymous certificate for secure communication:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Contents | Random serial number only |
| Purpose | Secure updates, entitlements, metrics |
| Privacy | Cannot be linked to your identity |
| Control | Removed when you uninstall |
User Satisfaction Metrics
We track anonymous metrics to improve GuardMe:
- Install/Uninstall Events: Understand adoption and satisfaction
- App Launches: Measure engagement (not browsing)
- Protection Effectiveness: How well threats are blocked
This data:
- Contains no personal information
- Cannot identify individual users
- Helps us improve the product
- Is never sold or shared
Local Storage
Your preferences stay on your device:
- Protection settings
- Application preferences
- Event history (viewable in-app)
We do not sync personal data to our servers.
Third-Party Services
GuardMe does not:
- Use advertising networks
- Integrate tracking SDKs
- Share data with data brokers
- Sell or rent any data
DNS Query Processing
When you use GuardMe DNS servers:
- Your device sends DNS queries to our servers
- We check the domain against our threat database
- We return a response (allow or block)
- We do not log your IP address or identify you
Your Rights
You have the right to:
| Right | How to Exercise |
|---|---|
| Access your data | View local settings in the app |
| Delete your data | Uninstall the application |
| Opt out | Disable protection or uninstall |
| Ask questions | Contact privacy@guardme.online |
Children's Privacy
GuardMe does not knowingly collect data from children under 13. Since we don't collect personal data from anyone, this naturally applies to children as well.
Data Security
We protect data through:
- Encryption in transit (TLS/HTTPS)
- No persistent storage of personal data
- Regular security assessments
- Privacy-by-design architecture
Legal Compliance
GuardMe is designed to comply with:
- GDPR (European Union)
- CCPA (California)
- Other privacy regulations
Our compliance is simple: we don't collect personal data.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. Changes will be posted at:
- https://guardme.online/privacy
- In-app notification
Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
Contact Us
Privacy Questions:
- Email: privacy@guardme.online
- Website: https://guardme.online/privacy
General Support:
- Email: support@guardme.online
- Website: https://guardme.online
Legal Entity:
GuardMe, Inc.
Idaho, USA
Summary: We protect your privacy by not collecting your data in the first place.