Privacy Policy

The Link Digital Security operates the Scam Verification Engine, a free public tool to help users identify potential scams, fraud, phishing, vishing, and impersonation attempts in South Africa.

1. Information We Collect

• IP address (anonymized)
• Device and browser type
• Scan metadata (type of scan, timestamp)
• Email address (optional, opt-in only)
• Scam reports submitted voluntarily

We do not collect identity numbers, banking credentials, passwords, or OTPs.

2. Purpose of Collection

• Provide scam risk analysis
• Improve scam detection accuracy
• Maintain community scam statistics
• Send safety alerts and educational updates (opt-in only)

3. Data Sharing & Retention

We do not sell personal data. We may share aggregated, anonymized statistics with law enforcement, banking partners, and cybersecurity researchers.

• Scan metadata: up to 12 months
• Email records: until opt-out
• Community reports: anonymized indefinitely

4. Your Rights (POPIA)

You may request access, correction, deletion, or withdrawal of consent. Contact us at admin@checkascam.co.za.