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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 24, 2025

Our Promise: Your privacy is fundamental to everything we do. We built proConsul with privacy-by-design principles, ensuring your data remains yours alone.

1. Introduction

Welcome to proConsul ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our digital identity platform and services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Account registration information (email address, username)
Identity verification documents (stored encrypted on your device)
Profile information you choose to add
Communication preferences

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Device information (type, operating system, unique identifiers)
Usage data (features used, interaction patterns)
Log data (IP address, access times, pages viewed)
Location data (only with your explicit permission)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and maintain our services
Verify your identity securely
Improve and personalize your experience
Communicate with you about services and updates
Detect and prevent fraud or security threats
Comply with legal obligations

4. Zero-Knowledge Architecture

proConsul employs zero-knowledge encryption, meaning we cannot access your personal data even if we wanted to. Your information is encrypted on your device before transmission, and only you hold the decryption keys.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information only in these circumstances:

With your explicit consent
To comply with legal obligations or court orders
To protect against fraud or security threats
With service providers under strict confidentiality agreements
In connection with a merger or acquisition (with notice to you)

6. Data Security

We implement industry-leading security measures including:

End-to-end encryption for all personal data
Hardware security module (HSM) integration
Regular security audits and penetration testing
Strict access controls and monitoring
Compliance with ISO 27001 and SOC 2 standards

7. Your Rights and Choices

Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the right to:

Access your personal information
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Object to certain processing
Port your data to another service
Withdraw consent at any time

8. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations. When you delete your account, we permanently delete your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for users under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 16. If we discover such information, we will delete it immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your data is processed in the European Union. If we transfer data outside the EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including Standard Contractual Clauses or adequacy decisions.

11. Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal, essential cookies for functionality. We do not use tracking cookies or share data with advertisers. You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes via email or prominent notice in our services. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

13. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Email: privacy@proconsul.com
Address: proConsul Privacy Team, [Address]
Data Protection Officer: dpo@proconsul.com

EU Representative: For GDPR matters, our EU representative can be contacted at eu-rep@proconsul.com

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