Privacy Policy

At Shield and Shepherd, we value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our website.
 

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: If you choose to submit a tip or interact with our platform, we may collect personal information, such as your name, email address, and any information you voluntarily provide.

• Anonymous Information: We may collect anonymous data, such as your IP address, browser type, and browsing activity, to help us improve the functionality and performance of the website.
   

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To receive and process whistleblower submissions and tips.

• To communicate with you if necessary regarding the submission or to provide updates.

• To improve our website’s functionality and security.
   

3. Data Protection

We implement strong encryption and security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure, and while we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.
 

4. Anonymity and Confidentiality

• Anonymous Whistleblowing: We encourage and support anonymous submissions of tips and reports. If you choose to submit information anonymously, we will not attempt to identify you unless required by law.

• Confidentiality: We take confidentiality seriously and will make reasonable efforts to protect your identity and any personal information shared in the course of your submission.
   

5. Cookies and Tracking

We may use cookies and similar technologies to collect anonymous data about how visitors interact with our website. These technologies help us enhance the website’s performance and provide a better user experience.
 

6. Sharing Your Information

We will not share your personal information with third parties unless:

• You provide explicit consent for the sharing of your information.

• We are required by law to disclose certain information.
   

7. Your Rights

• You have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal information we hold about you.

• You can request that we stop using your personal data for any purpose, except where required by law.
   

8. Changes to This Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.
 

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

contact@shieldandshpherd.com