Legality & Ethics.

At DataTrace Analytics, we are committed to operating with the highest standards of legality and ethics, ensuring your trust and privacy are our top priorities. Based in Maryland, USA, we adhere to both state and federal laws, as well as international privacy regulations, to deliver secure and compliant services. This page outlines our legal framework, ethical principles, and your rights as a client.

Legal Compliance

United States Federal and Maryland State Laws

Federal Trade Commission Act (FTC Act): We comply with the FTC’s guidelines on data security and consumer protection, ensuring fair practices in handling your personal information. Maryland Personal Information Protection Act (MPIPA): Operating from Maryland, we follow MPIPA requirements, including safeguarding personal data (e.g., Social Security numbers, emails) and notifying you of breaches within 45 days if applicable, aligning with Maryland Code, Commercial Law § 14:3504. Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA): For services like Identity Theft Recovery Support, we adhere to FCRA regulations, ensuring no unauthorized credit reporting and supporting your rights to freeze credit if compromised. Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA): We respect financial privacy standards, particularly for clients seeking recovery from financial identity theft, maintaining confidentiality of financial data.

International Privacy Standards

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): For clients in the European Union, we comply with GDPR, offering data subject rights (e.g., access, deletion) and securing your data with encryption. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): We honor CCPA provisions for U.S. clients, including the right to know and delete personal information, ensuring transparency in our data practices.

Scope of Services

Our searches (e.g., Basic Scan, Deep Scan, Premium Search) and alerts (e.g., Custom Data Breach Alerts) use only publicly available or legally obtainable data from deep web sources (e.g., breach databases, public forums). We do not conduct private investigations, access restricted databases, or perform third-party searches without explicit consent, adhering to U.S. privacy laws and Maryland regulations.

Ethical Principles

Integrity: We operate with honesty, avoiding misleading claims or unethical data practices. All services are self-directed, meaning you control what we search for. Privacy: Your data is encrypted end-to-end, stored securely, and deleted 30 days after service completion unless you opt for monitoring, per our Privacy Policy. Transparency: We disclose our tools (e.g., Have I Been Pwned, DeHashed) and limitations (e.g., no private data access) in every report and on this page. Expertise: Our team, based in Maryland, USA, comprises skilled professionals who uphold industry best practices in data analysis and cybersecurity. Client Empowerment: We educate you through our Securing Your Digital Footprint course and recommendations, enabling informed decisions about your digital footprint.

Client Rights and Responsibilities

Your Rights: You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data held by us, as outlined in our Privacy Policy. Contact support@datatraceanalytics.com to exercise these rights. Our Responsibilities: We notify you of any legal changes affecting our services and maintain records for compliance with Maryland and U.S. law for a minimum of 3 years, per state requirements. Your Responsibilities: Provide accurate data for scans or removals, and promptly report any misuse of our services (e.g., unauthorized third-party requests) to ensure ethical use.

Limitations and Disclaimers

Service Scope: Our findings are based on available data at the time of the scan. We cannot guarantee detection of all breaches or removal of all data due to external factors (e.g., third-party refusal). No Legal Advice: Recommendations in reports or consultations are informational only. Consult a licensed attorney for legal guidance, especially under Maryland or U.S. law. Liability: DataTrace Analytics is not liable for actions taken based on our reports or for data not found due to legal or technical limitations. Jurisdiction: This policy is governed by the laws of Maryland, USA, with disputes resolved in Maryland courts.

Contact Us

For questions about our legality and ethics, or to report concerns, reach out to:
. Email: support@datatraceanalytics.com
. Website: https://datatraceanalytics.com