Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 31, 2026

1. Introduction

FastValidate ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our email validation API service.

2. Information We Collect

Account Information

When you register for an account, we collect your name, email address, and payment information (processed securely through Stripe).

API Usage Data

We collect email addresses you submit for validation, API request metadata (timestamps, IP addresses, success/failure status), and usage statistics to enforce rate limits and improve our service.

Technical Data

We automatically collect browser type and version, operating system, and device information when you access our website or API.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and maintain the email validation Service
  • Process your payments and manage subscriptions
  • Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
  • Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve our service
  • Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
  • Comply with legal obligations

4. Data Retention

Email addresses submitted for validation are processed in real-time and are not permanently stored. We retain:

  • Account information for the duration of your account
  • API request metadata for up to 90 days for troubleshooting and analytics
  • Billing records for 7 years to comply with financial regulations

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data with:

  • Service Providers: Stripe for payment processing, hosting providers for infrastructure
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption in transit (TLS/SSL), secure API key authentication, regular security audits and updates, and restricted access to personal data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies for:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and service functionality
  • Analytics Cookies: To understand how users interact with our service
  • Preference Cookies: To remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect service functionality.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access and receive a copy of your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request deletion of your data
  • Object to or restrict certain processing activities
  • Data portability
  • Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us through your account dashboard or email us directly.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through the Service. Your continued use after such notification constitutes acceptance of the changes.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our website or email us directly.