TERMS OF SERVICE

Last updated: March 12, 2024

Dear User! The NumBuster & NeurOwl Application and Services System (“We”, “Us”, “Our”, “Operator”) offers users (“User”, “You”) a suite of mobile applications and services (NumBuster®️, NeurOwl®️). This encompasses a global trust rating system for telephone numbers, which includes a universal caller ID mechanism. This mechanism is anonymously populated with Data Items by all users and serves the purpose of blocking unwanted calls or text messages on the mobile devices of users who utilize the NumBuster and/or NeurOwl applications. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) and the Operator’s Privacy Policy govern your use of the NumBuster and NeurOwl Systems, inclusive of web services, mobile applications, and other services (“Services”) provided by the Operator.

You can access the Services based on the provisions outlined in these Terms. BEFORE installing our mobile application, using our services, or registering as a User on our web service, please read these Terms carefully. Our applications and services run according to the Terms presented in this document, so it's essential to understand them.

We strongly urge you to familiarize yourself with these Terms of Service.

If you DO NOT AGREE with the terms set forth in these Terms, we kindly ask you not to install or use the Operator's mobile applications or web services.

You cannot register as a User if you are under the age of 13. The system is not designed for individuals younger than 13 years old, and the Operator will not intentionally collect personal data from such individuals. Your country might have additional age restrictions.

If you DO NOT UNDERSTAND the content of the text provided in this document, please let us know and seek clarification by emailing us at: support@numbuster.com.

The Operator might occasionally revise these Terms. Any updated version becomes effective from the “Last Updated” date, which will be positioned at the start of the Terms to notify you of any changes. In this regard, we urge you to refer to section 2.5 of the Terms.

We prioritize the safety and protection of our Users' personal data as well as our Services. Our Privacy Policy outlines the kind of personal data we gather and the methods of its collection and processing. By using our services, you acknowledge and consent to the Operator's right to collect, use, share, and process personal data as specified in the Privacy Policy.

1. Definitions

To clarify the content and scope of the Services, the terms below have the following meanings:

"NumBuster web-service”, "NeurOwl web-service”, “Web service”, “Website”, or “Service” refer to online resources available at www.numbuster.com (and/or any other domain name owned by the Operator and incorporated into the unified Service system) operated via the Internet and its associated services.

“NumBuster mobile application”, “NeurOwl mobile application”, or “Mobile application” refer to software installed or recorded on a user's mobile device or personal computer.

“Administration” or “Licensor” refers to individuals authorized to manage the website and/or mobile application, representing GILRAEN LIMITED, the legal entity owning the NumBuster and NeurOwl software.

““User” or “You” refers to an individual or legal entity that has been granted access to the website via the Internet or who uses the Operator's mobile application, having accepted without reservation all the provisions of these Terms.

“NumBuster System”, “NumBuster”, “NeurOwl”, or “System” refer to a global trust rating system for telephone numbers. It incorporates a universal caller ID mechanism, which is anonymously populated with Data Items by all its users. This mechanism also helps in blocking unwanted calls and text messages on the mobile devices of users who make use of the NumBuster and/or NeurOwl applications.

“Data Items” or “Content” refer to ratings, tags, reviews, notes, possible name variants of subscribers, and other information related to phone numbers.

2. GENERAL PROVISIONS

2.1. These Terms of Service constitute an agreement governing the core contractual relationship between the Administration and the User. By accessing the Website or using the Mobile Application, you agree to comply with all provisions stated in these Terms, as well as any future updates or amendments.

2.2. Both parties acknowledge that the use of NumBuster and/or NeurOwl Mobile Applications or registering as a User on our website at https://numbuster.com, indicated by a confirmation of having read these Terms, constitutes unequivocal and lawful consent to all terms, conditions, and sections outlined in this agreement.

2.3. The Administration reserves the right to modify, update, or remove clauses in these Terms at any time without direct notice to the User. However, we will always provide the date of the most recent changes within this document, accessible where this document is published and available to Users. Users will also be notified of any changes by notifications within the Mobile Application.

2.4. If you disagree with any changes or additions to these Terms, you must immediately cease using our website and mobile application, and uninstall the app from your device within 1 hour of becoming aware of the changes. Continuing to use the website and/or mobile application implies your automatic agreement to the updated Terms.

2.5. We strongly recommend that you regularly review these Terms for any updates or changes. Continuing to use the Services after we've posted updated Terms means you accept those changes. Failure to timely review the updated Terms is at your own risk.

2.6. The revised version of these Terms will become effective immediately upon being posted on our website and in the Mobile Application, unless stated otherwise in the updated Terms. The latest version is publicly accessible and can be found at https://numbuster.com/en/tos, or any other domain owned by the Operator and integrated into the Service system.

2.7. Our Mobile Application enables you to view opinions from other Users about the likely initiator of an incoming call and possible name/title, all BEFORE you even answer the call. This feature is also available if you manually input a known phone number into the search bar of the Mobile Application or on the System's web service at https://numbuster.com.

2.8. The sole sources of Data Items in the System are actions taken by Users, whether anonymously or not. These actions are explicitly, voluntarily, and willingly performed in full compliance with these Terms. Data Items are governed by the provisions set forth in these Terms.

2.9. Data Items for phone numbers appear visually within the System's Mobile Application. These are displayed within designated sections and/or the internal interface of the Operator's software, which is an integral part of the System (thence referred to as the Phone Number Profile). Any User who has learned the sequence of a phone number from external sources before registering in the System has access to these Phone Number Profiles. These Profiles, along with their associated Data Items, are created for all active phone numbers worldwide and are considered the intellectual property of the System's owner.

2.10. Users can influence how Data Items are displayed in Phone Number Profiles on the website and/or in the mobile application. They can also alert the Administration to specific Data Items using the in-built software tools and interfaces.

2.11. Neither Users nor the System have the capability to create personalized accounts or profiles on the website or in the mobile application.

3. SUBJECT OF THE AGREEMENT (THE TERMS)

3.1. The purpose of this Agreement is to grant the User access to the Data Items within the Operator's System.

3.1.1. The System offers the User the following types of services:

– Access to search tools and navigation interfaces within the website and mobile application of the System

– Access to the Data Items and Phone Number Profiles within the System, either on a paid or free basis

– Access to the features of the mobile application as detailed in the current descriptions and promotional materials available on the website.

3.1.2. This Agreement applies to all existing and functioning services within the Operator's System at the time this Agreement is published, as well as any future modifications or additional services.

3.2. The use of materials, Data Items, and Services within the System is governed by the relevant international agreements and applicable national laws.

3.3. By registering as a User and installing or activating the mobile app on a mobile or desktop device, you unconditionally agree to the System's PRIMARY PROVISION: All Users anonymously contribute and update the System with probable names or titles associated with specific phone numbers found in their device's contact list, thereby enriching the System's pool of Data Items. Users must not share information subject to court orders or other legal restrictions prohibiting its dissemination and should abstain from using the app in such cases.

3.4. Any probable subscriber names received by the System due to activities described in Section 3.3 of these Terms, along with any other Data Items generated through user activity or inactivity on the app or website, are considered as irrevocably, unconditionally, and fully transferred to the System Owner, becoming an integral part of the System. These Data Items are deemed to be created under this Agreement and are subject to all rules and conditions of the System as outlined in these Terms.

4. RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES

4.1. The Administration reserves the right to:

4.1.1. Update the terms of use of the System and make changes to the content within the website and mobile app.

4.1.2. Remove, edit, hide, alter, merge, divide, add, or display any Data Items in Phone Number Profiles at its sole discretion.

4.1.3. Deny registration to any individual as a System User without providing a reason.

4.1.4. Disclose User information in circumstances outlined in our Privacy Policy.

4.1.5. Terminate or restrict a User's access to the System without prior notice if the User violates these Terms or our Privacy Policy, or in the event of System discontinuation or technical issues.

4.2. A User has the right to::

4.2.1. Access all free and paid services provided by the System via the website and mobile app, contingent on payment for paid services.

4.2.2. Reach out to Technical Support through the website's "Contact" section at https://numbuster.com, via email at support@NumBuster.com, or through the in-app chat/messenger.

4.2.3. Use the System solely for purposes and in ways outlined in these Terms, and not in violation of applicable national laws.

4.2.4. Utilize the System's Data Items for personal use, in accordance with these Terms.

4.2.5. Gain access to the website and mobile app after successfully registering as a User in compliance with these Terms.

4.2.6. Revoke consent and request the removal of any personal data associated with their User profile.

4.3. The User agrees to:

4.3.1. Respect both the intellectual and property rights of authors and other rights holders when using Data Items, the website, and the mobile application.

4.3.2. Refrain from actions that could be considered disruptive to the normal functioning of the System, its website, or mobile application.

4.3.3. Not use the services for the following purposes:

4.3.3.1. Violating the rights of minors or causing harm to them in any form

4.3.3.2. Infringing upon the rights of minorities

4.3.3.3. Misrepresenting one's identity by impersonating another individual or falsely claiming to represent an organization or community, including the System's Administration

4.3.3.4. Deliberately disseminating false information that discredits or damages an individual's reputation or invades their privacy.

4.3.4. Not use, copy, or distribute the intellectual property of the System or any other companies for commercial or non-commercial purposes without obtaining the express written consent from the rights holder.

4.3.5. Not share information about individuals under the age of 13 (additional age restrictions may apply in your country) with the System, irrespective of the form of data (text, images, video, encrypted data, or private notes). Users must neither encourage nor facilitate activities aimed at gathering information about such individuals. Should such data be discovered and attributed to other users, the User is obligated to report this through the System's built-in mechanisms or by reaching out to customer support at support@numbuster.com.

4.4. Users are prohibited from:

4.4.1. Using any devices, software, procedures, algorithms, or methods, automated tools, or equivalent manual processes to access, acquire, copy, or track unauthorized Data Items of the System, its website, or mobile application.

4.4.2. Disrupting the normal operation of the System, its website, or mobile application.

4.4.3. Circumventing the System's navigation structure to obtain or attempt to obtain any information, documents, or materials or Data Items through means not expressly provided by the System's services.

4.4.4. Gaining unauthorized access to any functions of the System or to any network affiliated with the System.

4.4.5. Compromising the security or authentication measures of the System or any network associated with the System.

4.4.6. Using the System, its website, or mobile application for any purposes that are prohibited by applicable laws or regulations, or inciting any illegal activity or other activity that violates the rights of the System owners or third parties.

4.4.7. Promoting social, racial, national, religious, or linguistic discrimination, or degrading the honor or dignity of individuals, when using the System, its website, or mobile application.

4.5. Administrators, moderators, technical support staff, software development and maintenance staff, and the copyright holder of the System are not liable for the content of text comments and reviews, or the texts suggesting potential names/titles for subscribers in Phone Number Profiles within the System, its website, or mobile applications, which could be interpreted as promoting or encouraging social, racial, national, or religious hatred or hostility.

5. PERSONAL DATA PROCESSING

5.1. By using this service, you confirm that you voluntarily, of your own accord, and in your own interest, provide the Copyright Holder or authorized representatives (thence referred to as "Operators") with your personal data to gain access to the System on your device. You also consent to the processing of all the personal data you have provided. The types of personal data, as well as the purposes and methods of their processing, are outlined in the Privacy Policy available on the website.

5.2. To access the functionality of the Services, you have to provide your phone number. The System will register it in the manner specified in Section 3 of the Privacy Policy.

5.3. Phone Number Profiles in the System remain active until they are either deleted upon the user's request or by a decision from an authorized governmental authority. Please review the Privacy Policy to understand how we collect, use, and delete your personal data.

5.3. The Copyright Holder's website uses cookies. By using the website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Agreement.

5.4. Cookies are small text files sent to your device when you visit the website. These cookies are then returned to the originating website on each subsequent visit. Cookies serve as a memory for the website, allowing it to identify the user's device during future visits. Cookies can also remember user preferences, enhance user interactions with the website, and tailor advertising in a manner most beneficial to the user.

6. EXCLUSIVE RIGHTS AND RULES FOR INFORMATION USAGE

6.1. Exclusive rights to the website and its content, which include but are not limited to, information, text, graphics, audio images, photos, designs, and other materials, as well as trademarks, trade names, and URLs that are part of the website, are protected by the laws of the Russian Federation, international intellectual property laws, and the terms of this Agreement.

6.2. By using this website or the mobile application, you affirm that your activities do not infringe upon the intellectual property rights of third parties.

6.3. The Copyright Holder responds to notices of alleged violations of intellectual property rights. Upon reviewing such information, the Copyright Holder will either remove any materials found to be in violation or temporarily or permanently block access to the System for users who have committed such violations.

7. MODERATION RULES

7.1. The Administration reserves the right to moderate and/or remove any undesirable information from the website.

7.2. Any person or entity, including those not registered as users of the System, may report undesirable or unlawful content to our technical support team through:

- The "Contact Us" section on the website at https://numbuster.com

- Email: support@NumBuster.com

- The built-in text chat/messenger feature in the mobile application.

Please remember that the NumBuster doesn’t present commercial activities both in the Mobile application and on the Website and doesn’t share Your information with any advertisers.

7.3. Our technical support staff will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable time frame and generate a request for the moderators to review the specified content or profile.

7.4. Moderators will examine the complaint and the profile, identify any potential violations of the Agreement, and take appropriate action no later than 72 hours after receiving the complaint.

7.5. Comments or reviews that fail to comply with the moderation guidelines will be removed.

The System allows users to express their opinions about received calls or suspicious subscribers.

We recommend adhering to the guidelines outlined below.

Social Etiquette

• Before reaching out to a Moderator, please review all available information on the website or in the mobile app, as well as any related user comments. You're welcome to reply to other users' comments within the System.

• Be insightful. While it's acceptable to highlight bothersome spam calls or suspicious numbers, please keep your comments respectful and avoid being offensive.

• If you feel you've been insulted by another user, report the issue to a Moderator. The comment will be reviewed and may be removed based on the Moderator's decision.

Moderation Guidelines

Our platform adheres to the following moderation rules:

• Do not disclose anyone's personal information, including real names, additional contact details, familial relationships, medical conditions, etc.

• Avoid spreading false information. Ensure that your posts are accurate and trustworthy.

• Refrain from posting content that may be construed as discriminatory based on race, religion, appearance, gender, sexual orientation, or age.

Actions Against Moderation Rule Violations

• Comment Removal: Any comment found to be in violation of these rules is subject to removal.

• Temporary Access Limitation: Users who repeatedly and flagrantly violate these rules may be temporarily restricted from accessing the website or mobile app for a period determined by the Moderators.

• Permanent Ban: Users who continue to violate these rules despite temporary restrictions risk being permanently banned from both the website and mobile app.

8. LICENSE

8.1. The Copyright Holder grants the User a non-exclusive right (a simple non-exclusive license) to use the website, mobile application, and their functionalities in accordance with the terms of this Agreement.

8.2. The use of any additional services provided by the Copyright Holder on the website or mobile application may be subject to special terms. The Copyright Holder will publish these special terms on the website as necessary. All general terms for using the services are covered in this Agreement. In the event of any discrepancy between the special terms for a specific service and the terms of this Agreement, the special terms for that service will prevail.

8.3. Access to the website, mobile application, and all their components and functionalities is provided to the User free of charge under this simple non-exclusive license.

8.4. Fees may apply for the use of additional features.

Users have the option to subscribe for 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, or 2 years. The subscription grants the User unlimited access to the Operator's additional services during the paid subscription period.

Users can also opt for the paid NumBuster PRO package, which offers all the advantages of NumBuster's features for the duration of the developing company's operations.

You can manage your paid subscriptions through your Google, Apple ID, or Huawei AppGallery accounts, or within your personal dashboard on our website. The System does not handle payments directly; all transactions are processed through the aforementioned platforms. Therefore, the System does not entertain claims concerning payment accuracy or security.

8.5. Users have the option to purchase NumCy, an internal currency, to activate additional features. NumCy is not a real currency but allows users to access services listed on the website or within the mobile application. The number of services that a User can activate using NumCy is determined by the NumCy balance displayed in their Phone Number Profile.

8.6. This License also applies to any updates to the Agreement that modify, correct, and/or supplement the original version of the Agreement.

8.7. You may not copy (except where explicitly permitted by this License and the Terms of Service), modify, or remove the License or any part of it. You may create and store copies only on devices that you own or use lawfully.

8.8. Violations of the above terms, or any attempt to violate them, may result in legal action and compensation for damages.

8.9. The Licensor reserves the right to modify the terms of this License.

8.10. Nothing in this License shall be construed as limiting the rights of third parties. When using the System, you must ensure that you comply with applicable regulations and third-party rights.

9. TERMINATION OF LICENSE

9.1. The License remains valid until terminated by the Operator. Should you fail to comply with the terms of this Agreement, your rights under this License will be automatically revoked without prior notice.

9.2. You may opt-out of using the System by uninstalling the mobile application from your mobile or desktop device's internal or external memory and/or by deleting your Phone Number Profile.

9.3. Upon ceasing to use the System, you acknowledge that all content you created or that is associated with your profile within the System - including but not limited to ratings, tags, comments, reviews, and various types of audio, visual, or text data - is considered irrevocably, unconditionally, and fully transferred to the System's Administration and Copyright Holders. You agree that all such content becomes an integral part of the System.

9.4. The Administration assumes no responsibility toward you or any third party for terminating access to the System, its website, or mobile application due to your violation of this Agreement or any other applicable terms of service.

9.5. If you remove your phone number from the mobile application or lose access to your Phone Number Profile due to non-compliance with the Terms of Service or inactivity in the System for more than one (1) year, you will lose access to the NumBuster PRO mode and any other paid features.

Upon requesting to regain access, your Phone Number Profile and purchases you've made may be automatically restored. Please note that certain types of purchases may not be recoverable, such as the PRO status or subscriptions with recurring payments, which remain active whether or not you continue to use NumBuster.

10. DISCLAIMER

10.1. By using the website and services, the User acknowledges and agrees to the following:

10.2. The Copyright Holder provides access to the System, its website and/or mobile application solely for informational purposes, without any express or implied warranties or conditions. The Copyright Holder is not responsible for any consequences, direct or indirect, arising from any actions or inactions on the part of the User regarding information found on or through the website or mobile application.

10.3. The Copyright Holder makes no representations or warranties that the Services or any Content, data items, or other materials accessed by the User will: (1) meet their requirements; (2) be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free; (3) yield accurate, up-to-date, complete, or reliable results.

We strongly recommend that you independently verify the accuracy and reliability of information about phone numbers provided by other users.

10.4. Under no circumstances shall either party be liable for any loss of profit.

10.5. The User bears full responsibility for the security of their Phone Number Profile, including any losses that may arise from unauthorized use of their Profile.

10.6. The User is solely responsible for the information they post or that is posted on their behalf, as well as the consequences of such postings. The User is liable for information shared publicly or transmitted privately in relation to this Agreement.

10.7. The Copyright Holder makes all reasonable efforts to remove outdated, false, or incomplete information from the mobile application or the website, as well as any information that must not be disseminated under the applicable law.

10.8. You acknowledge that the Operator is not responsible for: (1) offensive, defamatory, or intrusive actions on the private life of other users or third parties; (2) any third-party content uploaded through the website or mobile application; (3) any losses caused by technical malfunctions during the use of the System, website, or mobile application, resulting from force majeure or any failure in telecommunication, computer, electrical, or other related systems; (4) improper functioning of the System, website, or mobile application due to the User's lack of necessary technical resources for their use; (5) any disputes arising between you and a third party in relation to access to the System.

11. TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

11.1. The Copyright Holder endeavors to ensure the stable daily operation of both the website and the mobile application. Nonetheless, the Operator offers no guarantees concerning the uninterrupted service of telecom operators or internet providers, any maintenance work on the website, or a continuous, secure, error-free service environment. The Copyright Holder is not responsible for any losses or damages arising from access issues or peculiarities in the website's technical maintenance.

11.2. Ensure that the device you plan to use with the System meets the required technical specifications and has a stable internet connection.

11.3. The Licensor reserves the right to alter the technical requirements for installing the mobile application at any given time, at its sole discretion.

11.4. After receiving an incoming call on your device, the NumBuster mobile app for the Android OS might send statistical data about the caller to remote storage, along with your text feedback and other specific phone number profile information. However, this functionality might not be available for all mobile device types.

12. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

12.1. Before initiating a lawsuit over disputes arising from relations between the User and the Operator, it's mandatory to submit a claim (a written proposal or an electronic proposal for voluntary dispute resolution).

12.2. The recipient of the claim must notify the claimant in writing or electronically about the results of the claim's consideration within 30 calendar days from the date of its receipt.

12.3. If an agreement cannot be reached, the dispute will be submitted for consideration to the Dorogomilovsky District Court in Moscow.

Privacy Policy

1. What We Are

The NumBuster & NeurOwl application and service system (“We”, “Us”, “Our”, “Operator”) comprises a suite of mobile applications and services (NumBuster®️, NeurOwl®️), representing a global trust rating system for telephone numbers. This Privacy Policy applies to our mobile applications and web services referred to as "NumBuster Services", "Services", or "System", unless otherwise indicated.

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") details how we handle the personal data provided by you ("User") when using our Services. By accessing and using Our Services, you consent to the processing of personal data in the manner described in this Privacy Policy.

By using and/or accessing our Services, you unconditionally agree to the terms set out in this Privacy Policy. You willingly provide us with your personal data and agree to its processing in line with your best interests.

2. How We Collect Your Personal Data

We collect and process your personal data when you register, download, install, and access our Services.

3. What Personal Data We Collect

3.1. User identification information

When using our Service, we may ask you to provide certain personal data to identify or contact you. Specifically, this information may include:

Phone Number: Your phone number is required for registration. We verify your phone number by sending a message, making a phone call, or activating your profile through previously installed messengers. This ensures that the phone number belongs to you and prevents unauthorized attempts to access your Phone Number Profile.

Your Name (Nickname): You can specify any name (whether it matches your actual full name, aliases, etc.). We will not check or edit it.

Email Address: We collect your email address solely when you contact us via our web service feedback tools or by submitting a complaint via email.

3.2. Additional info you voluntarily share.

3.2.1. This might include details from your device's contact book to enhance caller ID and strengthen our fraud prevention measures. Based on your consent given during registration, these contact details could be made accessible to other users of the Service. However, be assured that any other sharing of your data either requires your explicit consent or is in line with personal data regulations. It's important to note that we don’t extract phone numbers from your contact book; we only gather the contact names.

3.2.2. The call log from the user's device will be synchronized with the System's servers. This is necessary to promptly inform the user about attempts of spam and fraud during a call, in the call log, and in similar situations. This information is not shared with third parties. You can delete this information in the privacy settings or by deleting the user profile in the system.

3.2.3. By accessing SMS messages log on a mobile device, the App uses this access to verify SMS senders, block SMS spam, and scammers, and for receiving, reading, and writing SMS messages. The content of SMS messages log is always stored only on the User's device. These data are not collected on the System's servers and are not transferred to third parties. These data are not stored on NumBuster's servers, so the functionality to delete these data is not provided.

3.2.4. Your images in your smartphones' "gallery" section. This images can be accessed by the NumBuster app or NumBuster System only when you want to upload/change your "avatar" or "cover image" in your Profile in the app. When you will enter Profile editing mode in the app you will have a possibility to upload new images to your Profile in the app from your smartphones' built-in gallery section. The image you select will be added to your Profile in the app AND uploaded to our servers.

When you opt to replace or delete this image (or any other image you've previously uploaded) via the user profile editing features in the NumBuster app, the image will be immediately hidden from view in the application. The actual deletion of the image from the NumBuster System and its servers will then proceed as swiftly as technical processes allow, ensuring the image is permanently removed within a reasonable timeframe.

You can also delete all uploaded images by removing individual data types in the privacy settings or by deleting the user profile in the system.

When you provide personal data to the Service, we'll clarify the reasons for collecting it and how it will be processed.

3.3. Information Automatically Collected.

During the use of our Services, we only gather automatically transmitted data (referred to as 'usage data') when you provide explicit consent.

This usage data is automatically collected as you use our Service.

Such data might encompass details like your device's IP address, browser type and version, the pages of our Service you visited, the time and date of your visit, the time spent on those pages, unique device identifiers, and other diagnostic data. This type of information is anonymously aggregated in line with the licensing and privacy standards of Google Analytics.

When accessing our Services from a mobile device, we might automatically collect particular data. This can include the type of mobile device you use, its unique identifier, the mobile device's IP address, its operating system, the type of mobile internet browser you employ, unique device identifiers, and other diagnostic data.

Additionally, we might collect information that your browser sends every time you access our Service, especially when using a mobile device. This might include data like cookies.

3.4. Information from Third Parties

Other users might share information related to your phone number. For instance, they may provide your name, nickname, or their comments about the phone number from their contact list. Before sharing any data about you, such a user must have lawful rights to provide said information. We are not responsible for the dissemination of personal data due to actions of a user who doesn't have the rights to such dissemination while using our Services.

4. How We Use Your Personal Data: Objectives of Personal Data Processing

The Operator collects your personal data for the following purposes:

• To provide you with the Services, including the management of user accounts, detecting unwanted spam, potential fraudsters, and dishonest transaction participants;

• To assist you in navigating and using the Services;

• To send you special offers and newsletters;

• For statistical and analytical evaluations of collected data.

The Operator processes your personal data to:

- Allow access to the website or mobile application;

- Facilitate communication and feedback between the Operator and the User;

- Comply with requirements and provisions set by the legislation of the EU-countries, USA and other countries.

Anonymized data from users, gathered through online statistical services, is used to collect insights about user activity on the website, and to enhance the quality and content of the website.

5. Legal Grounds For Processing Personal Data

We gather and handle your personal data in accordance with applicable personal data protection laws and based on the following principles:

• We gather and handle your personal data (for specifics on the data we gather, refer to Section 3) only with your consent;

• We might collect and process your personal data to meet applicable legal requirements, uphold our legal obligations, as well as to safeguard the rights or ensure the safety of the System and its users;

• We gather and handle your personal data when there are other lawful bases for doing so.

6. Procedure for Collection, Storage, Transfer, and Other Types of Personal Data Processing

6.1. Personal data processing is conducted with the User's consent. Agreeing to this Policy does not encompass the consent for processing personal data that's allowed for dissemination. This consent is obtained separately from the agreement to this Policy.

Before publishing your review or making your personal data available to general public in any other way, we will specifically ask you to confirm your consent to such dissemination. We will explain in a clear and detailed manner what data, for which purposes, and how we intend to use it. At this stage, you also have the option to set restrictions on the Operator regarding the transfer (beyond providing access) and/or processing, or set conditions for processing (beyond accessing) of personal data that the User has permitted for unrestricted dissemination.

6.2. The security of personal data processed by the Operator is ensured through the implementation of legal, administrative, and technical measures necessary to fully comply with current legislation in the field of personal data protection.

6.3. The Operator ensures the safety of personal data and takes all possible measures to prevent access to personal data by unauthorized persons.

6.4. The processing duration of personal data is determined by achieving the purposes for which the personal data was collected, unless a different term is stipulated by applicable laws.

6.5. The Operator ensures the confidentiality of personal data during processing.

Ensuring confidentiality is not required for:

6.5.1. Anonymized personal data;

6.5.2. Personal data that the User has permitted for dissemination to general public;

6.5.3. Personal data that is to be published or mandatorily disclosed in accordance with the law.

6.6. The Operator stores personal data in a form that allows the identification of the personal data subject, no longer than required by the purposes for which the personal data is processed, unless the storage duration of the personal data is set by federal law.

6.7. The termination of personal data processing may be conditioned upon achieving the processing objectives, withdrawal of consent by the personal data subject, or detection of unlawful processing of personal data.

7. Data Sharing with Third Parties

7.1. The Operator does not share your personal data with third parties or distribute it without your explicit consent, except in the scenarios described below.

7.2. Your personal data may be shared with relevant law enforcement bodies and other third parties when necessary to meet legal obligations, comply with legal acts, court orders, or government requests, or upon your explicit agreement.

Any personal data and additional information you've agreed to provide (refer to Section 3) might be shared with other System users, given you've authorized this during your Service registration.

7.3. You consent that the Operator and/or third parties referenced in this Agreement may engage in the following activities with your personal data, either using automated processes or not: collection, recording, organization, accumulation, preservation, updating (or modification), transfer (provisioning, accessibility), retrieval, utilization, anonymization, blocking, elimination, and deletion.

7.4. You acknowledge that the Operator reserves the right to share previously anonymized personal data with third parties, aiming at gathering and analyzing statistical data.

8. Personal Data Security and Termination of Its Processing

8.1. The Operator follows stringent security protocols and takes essential precautions to guard against unauthorized access to your personal data and any unauthorized or malicious use of it.

8.2. The processing duration of personal data stems from our commitment to ensuring you can fully access and utilize our website, mobile application, and their associated content. It's also influenced by the necessity to settle potential disputes related to our services and other imperatives integral to our chartered operations, such as detecting and thwarting fraudulent or illegal activities.

8.3. We commit to terminating the processing of your personal data under any of the following circumstances:

• If you've deleted your profile and no longer have active paid subscriptions;

• If you've retracted the permission you initially granted us for personal data processing or if you've submitted a request for its deletion;

• Once the goals for processing your personal data, as delineated in Section 4 of this Policy, are met.

You always have the option to review and update your personal data in your profile, or you can request our assistance in doing so.

9. Age Restrictions

By visiting the website, you affirm that you have reached the age of majority or are a minor aged between fourteen and eighteen, or another age considered as minor in your jurisdiction. Additionally, you confirm and ensure that your parent, guardian, or other legal representative is aware of and consents to this Privacy Policy. You also assert that you have the legal authority to enter into agreements as per applicable laws. If you're representing a minor, you are acting in their best interests.

10. Rights and Obligations of the Parties

10.1. The User has the right to:

10.1.1. Make an independent decision about providing their personal data necessary for using the website or mobile application and consent to its processing;

10.1.2. Update and supplement the provided personal data information if this information changes;

10.1.3. Obtain information from the Operator regarding the processing of their personal data, unless such a right is restricted by federal laws. The user may request the Operator to clarify, block, or destroy their personal data if the data is incomplete, outdated, inaccurate, unlawfully obtained, or is not essential for the declared processing purpose. The user can also undertake legal measures to protect their rights. To do so, a User notifies the Operator via the email address mentioned in section 14.

10.2. Obligations of the Operator:

10.2.1. Use the acquired information exclusively for the purposes stated in Section 4 of this Privacy Policy;

10.2.2. Safeguard the confidentiality of the information, ensuring it is not disclosed without the prior written consent of the User. Additionally, refrain from selling, exchanging, publishing, or disclosing the transferred personal data of the User by any means, except in cases specified in Section 7.2 of this Privacy Policy;

10.2.3. Adopt precautions to maintain the confidentiality of the User's personal data, adhering to standards typically used to safeguard such information in prevailing business operations;

10.2.4. Block the personal data pertaining to the relevant User from the moment of a request or appeal by the User, their legal representative, or an authorized entity tasked with safeguarding the rights of personal data subjects, during the verification period if discrepancies or unlawful actions related to the personal data are detected.

11. Liability of the Parties

11.1. Should the Operator fail to fulfill its obligations, it bears responsibility for any losses incurred by the User due to the unlawful use of personal data, in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation, except in cases specified in Section 7.2 of this Privacy Policy.

11.2. In the event of the loss or disclosure of confidential information, the Operator is not liable if this confidential information:

11.2.1. Became public (was already publicly available) before its loss or disclosure;

11.2.2. Was received from a third party prior to its acquisition by the Operator;

11.2.3. Was disclosed with the explicit consent of the User.

11.3. The User bears full responsibility for complying with the requirements of the legislation of the Russian Federation, including but not limited to laws on advertising, protection of copyrights and related rights, and protection of trademarks and service marks. This responsibility includes the content and form of materials.

11.4. The User acknowledges that the responsibility for any information (data files, texts, etc.) they may access as part of the website lies with the entity that provided such information.

11.5. The User agrees that the information provided to them as part of the website may be considered intellectual property, the rights of which are protected and belong to other Users, partners, or advertisers who post this information on the website.

The User is not entitled to make modifications, lease, lend, sell, distribute, or create works based on such Content (either in whole or in part), except when such actions have been expressly authorized in writing by the owners of such Content in accordance with the terms of a separate agreement.

11.6. For reposting textual materials (articles, publications) that are freely available to the public on the website or in the mobile application, providing a link to the original source is obligatory.

11.7. The Operator is not liable to the User for any loss or damage incurred by the User due to the deletion, failure, or inability to save any Content and other communication data hosted on the website or transmitted through it.

11.8. The Operator is not responsible for any direct or indirect losses resulting from: the use or inability to use the website or specific services; unauthorized access to the User's communications; or statements or behaviors of any third party on the website.

11.9. The Operator is not responsible for the dissemination of information posted by the User on the website or in the mobile application, including, but not limited to, copyrighted information, without the direct consent of the copyright owner.

12. Dispute Resolution

12.1. Before resorting to court action for disputes arising from the relationship between the User and the Operator, it is mandatory to submit a claim (a written proposal or a proposal in electronic form for voluntary dispute resolution).

12.2. The recipient of the claim will notify the claimant in writing or electronically about the results of the claim's consideration within 30 calendar days from the date of receiving the claim.

12.3. If an agreement is not reached, the dispute will be referred to the National Court of Cyprus.

13. Policy Amendments

13.1. We reserve the right to amend this Policy at any time. Typically, these changes align the Policy with legislative changes and aim for more effective protection of personal data subjects' rights.

13.2. We commit not to introduce significant changes, impose additional burdens, or restrict your rights established by this Policy without the prior notification.

13.3. The updated version of the Policy takes effect from the moment of its publication unless otherwise provided by the updated version of the Policy. The current version is available on the website.

13.4. We recommend that you review this Policy for any changes regularly.

13.5. By continuing to use our website, you confirm your agreement with the updated Policy.

14. Contact Information

For any clarifications or questions concerning the processing of your personal data, please contact the Operator.

Via email: support@NumBuster.com

Via website: https://numbuster.com