Deposit Guardian ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
1. Who We Are
Deposit Guardian is an Australian platform providing scam protection tools and secure secure settlement services for machinery and vehicle transactions. Our Chrome extension helps buyers detect potential fraud on listing platforms before making a purchase.
2. Information We Collect
When you use the Deposit Guardian Chrome Extension, we may collect:
- Account information: Your name and email address when you register
- Scan data: Listing URLs, prices, titles and VIN numbers from pages you choose to scan
- Usage data: Number of scans performed to manage your scan credits
- Device information: Basic browser information for technical support
We do not collect browsing history, keystrokes, passwords, financial account details or any data from pages you have not actively chosen to scan.
3. Google API and Chrome Web Store Compliance
Our use of information received from Google APIs will adhere to the Chrome Web Store User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements. Data is strictly used to provide and improve the scam-detection functionality and will not be used for advertising or creditworthiness checks.
The extension requests access only to the specific listing sites it supports (Facebook Marketplace, Gumtree, AgTrader, Machines4U, TruckSales, eBay Australia, Grays, Pickles, TractorPoint, PivotTrader, FarmTrader, Construction Sales, PlantTrader, Trade Earthmovers, iSeekPlant, Ritchie Bros, FarmBuy). It does not access any other websites or pages.
4. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide the scam detection and VIN identification service
- Manage your scan credits and account
- Improve the accuracy of our scam detection algorithms
- Provide customer support
- Send important service notifications (not marketing without consent)
5. No Sale of Data
Deposit Guardian does not, and will never, sell user data to third parties, data brokers, or advertising networks.
We do not share your personal information with third parties except:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with Australian law or a court order
- To protect the safety of our users or the public
- With service providers who process data on our behalf under strict confidentiality agreements
6. Data Storage and Security
Your data is stored on secure Australian servers. We use industry-standard encryption for data in transit and at rest. Scan data is retained for 12 months to allow you to review your scan history, after which it is automatically deleted.
We will notify you promptly in the event of any data breach that affects your personal information, as required by the Australian Privacy Act 1988.
7. Your Rights
Under the Australian Privacy Act 1988, you have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your account and associated data
- Opt out of any marketing communications
To exercise any of these rights, email us at privacy@depositguardian.com
8. Cookies
Our website uses essential cookies for login sessions and security. We do not use advertising or tracking cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some site functionality.
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a minor has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify registered users of any significant changes by email. The date at the top of this page indicates when it was last updated.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how we handle your data:
- Email: privacy@depositguardian.com
- Support: support@depositguardian.com
- Website: depositguardian.com