Privacy Policy - EmailFootprint

1. Data processed

EmailFootprint processes only the data necessary to perform a search, including:

the email address submitted by the user
the search results generated at the time of the request

EmailFootprint does not:

send emails to searched addresses
create user accounts
perform cross-search tracking

2. Data retention

Search results are generated on demand.

Results:

are not stored permanently
may be temporarily available for download
expire after a limited period

EmailFootprint does not maintain a long-term database of searched email addresses.

3. Third-party sources

Search results are based on publicly indexed web pages accessed via third-party search providers.

EmailFootprint:

does not control third-party content
does not guarantee accuracy or legality of third-party pages
is not responsible for changes or removals of third-party content

4. Cookies and tracking

EmailFootprint does not use tracking cookies for profiling or advertising purposes.

Only strictly necessary technical cookies may be used to ensure proper service operation.

5. Data protection rights

Users may contact EmailFootprint for data protection inquiries or legal notices at helpemailfootprint@gmail.com.

6. Data controller

The data controller responsible for processing under this policy is EmailFootprint, contactable at helpemailfootprint@gmail.com.

7. Payment processing

Payment processing is handled by Stripe, Inc. EmailFootprint does not store, process, or have access to payment card details. Stripe's privacy policy applies to all payment transactions.

8. Server location and data transfers

Personal data is processed on servers located in Germany (EU) and does not leave the European Economic Area.

9. Right to erasure

As EmailFootprint does not retain personal data after the session ends, no stored data exists to erase. Each search session is ephemeral and results expire automatically.