Last Revision: 02/11/2024
Overview
Welcome to Detect. Protecting our users' personal data is our main priority. This Privacy Policy explains the types of personal information we gather, our reasons for collecting it, and the ways we safeguard it.
This Policy complements our Terms and Conditions, providing a framework for the use of our Website and related services.
Website (also "detect.ac", "Detect Site", or "the Site") - Refers to https://detect.ac/, including its various pages, content, and services available to users. This encompasses the main site, user account areas, purchase portals, customer support, and any services accessible through our web domain.
Detect Account - A user-created account that grants access to the Website and enables use of the Detect Tool.
Detect Tool (also "Scan Tool") - Detect's proprietary software designed to identify cheating in online gaming by scanning a device's hardware and software for unauthorized software.
IP Address (IP) - A unique numeric label assigned to each device on a network using Internet Protocol to facilitate communication.
Device IP Address: Temporarily used (up to 1 hour) during scans to detect self scans and enforce Terms of Service. This data is stored only for the session duration.
Detected Cheat Data: Temporarily collected data (up to 1 hour) on file names, locations, hashes and oher generic forensic information associated with known cheating software to help identify unauthorized software use.
User Registration Details: When a Detect Account is created, the provided email address and password help manage account access, validate user identity, send updates, and assist with support.
Login Data: Upon logging into your Detect Account, your IP Address may be temporarily stored (up to 1 hour) to ensure compliance with our Terms of Service.
Transaction Details: Information necessary to complete purchases on our Website. Payment may be processed and stored by third-party providers, who securely handle financial data.
Account Services: Collected data supports account functionality, including logging in and enforcing our Terms of Service.
User Verification: Email, password, and IP address are used to confirm user identity and access.
Security and Compliance: IP addresses aid in user verification to uphold our Terms of Service, with storage limited to a short time (up to 1 hour).
Data Minimization: We only collect essential data required to provide our services, excluding analytics, usage statistics, or non-essential data.
Detect is committed to data protection and confidentiality. We do not share your data with third parties unless legally required or for essential service provision (e.g., payment processing). Detect neither markets your data nor sells it to others.
Under UK GDPR, you have rights regarding your personal information, including:
Detect does not charge fees to exercise these rights. We respond to requests within one month. GDPR-covered users can submit a request ticket to delete information.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: https://detect.ac/discord or [email protected].
Data is processed and stored on secure UK servers with high-standard security to prevent unauthorized access.
By using our Website and Detect Tool, you consent to the temporary (up to 1 hour) transfer of your data to our UK servers, essential for service use. If you do not consent, please stop using our services.
All session data is stored only for its duration (up to 1 hour) from the time it is generated.
The legal basis for data collection via the Detect Tool includes Consent and Legitimate Interest. By downloading and using the Detect Tool, you consent to its data collection. Detect has a Legitimate Interest in ensuring fair play in online gaming.
Payment providers like Stripe, PayPal, and Billgang handle your Payment Information securely under their privacy policies.
Detect does not knowingly collect data from children under 16. Parents or guardians who believe their child has shared personal information should contact us immediately.
Although based in the UK, Detect complies with the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) to protect minors’ privacy, prohibiting account creation for those under 16 and requiring parental consent for users under 18.
The primary legal basis for processing data is Consent. By creating a Detect Account, you agree to data processing under our Privacy Policy and Terms.
By using our Website and Detect Tool, you confirm your understanding and acceptance of this Privacy Policy.