Privacy Policy
Who We Are
BeaverCheck is a free, open web performance, security, and accessibility auditing service. Our website is located at https://beavercheck.com.
What Data We Collect
Data You Provide
- URLs you submit for scanning. When you submit a URL for analysis, we store the URL, the scan results, and associated metadata (timestamp, worker location). Scan results are publicly accessible via a unique result URL.
Data We Collect Automatically
- IP address. We log your IP address for abuse prevention and rate limiting. IP addresses are retained for 30 days, then deleted.
- HTTP request data. Standard web server logs including the pages you visit, your browser's user agent string, and referring URL. Retained for 30 days.
Data We Do NOT Collect
- We do not use third-party analytics or tracking scripts.
- We do not serve advertisements.
- We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties.
- We do not use cookies for tracking or advertising purposes.
Cookies
We use only strictly necessary cookies:
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
bc_csrf |
Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks on form submissions | Session |
These cookies are exempt from consent requirements under GDPR Article 6(1)(f) and the ePrivacy Directive as they are strictly necessary for the service to function. See our Cookie Policy for details.
How We Use Your Data
- To perform the website audits you request.
- To display scan results publicly.
- To prevent abuse and enforce rate limits.
Data Retention
- Scan results: retained indefinitely for public scans.
- Server logs: retained for 30 days, then automatically purged.
Your Rights
Under GDPR, CCPA, and similar privacy regulations, you have the right to:
- Access your personal data.
- Delete your data — contact us and we will remove it within 30 days.
- Object to processing — contact us to discuss.
Data Security
We protect your data with:
- HTTPS (TLS 1.2+) encryption for all connections.
- CSRF protection on all form submissions.
- Rate limiting to prevent abuse.
Third-Party Services
We do not use any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services.
Children's Privacy
BeaverCheck is not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when the policy was last revised.
Contact
For privacy-related questions: info@beavercheck.com