Privacy Policy
Last updated: [2.12.2026]
Shield Antivirus (“we”, “our”, or “us”) places a high priority on protecting user privacy and safeguarding personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you access or use any of our mobile applications available on the Google Play Store (the “Services”).
By installing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information strictly on a need-to-know basis, and only to the extent necessary to provide security services, improve app performance, and comply with legal obligations.
1.1 Device & Technical Information
To ensure proper functionality and security performance, we may collect certain device-related and technical data, including but not limited to:
Device model, manufacturer, and brand
Operating system name and version
Screen resolution, density, width, and height
Network status and connection type (Wi-Fi/mobile)
Application version code and version name
Country or region (coarse location only)
System language and time zone
Storage availability and hardware performance indicators
Android Advertising ID (GAID)
Anonymous device identifiers (non-persistent)
This information is used exclusively for system compatibility checks, analytics, and service optimization.
1.2 Usage & Log Information
When you interact with our Services, we automatically collect usage-related information, including:
App launch frequency and session duration
Feature usage statistics (e.g., virus scan initiated, scan results)
Navigation paths and interaction events
Permission grant status
Error logs and crash diagnostics
IP address (used only for security and analytics, not precise location)
This information helps us monitor service stability, improve functionality, and enhance user experience.
1.3 Installed Applications & Security Scanning (Trustlook SDK)
To provide antivirus and threat detection functionality, our app requires access to the list of applications installed on your device.
Data Collected
When you initiate a virus scan, we may collect the following application metadata:
Application name and package name
Version number and version name
Application signature and certificate information
MD5 hash or similar checksum
Installation directory and APK file attributes
We do not access in-app content, personal files, messages, photos, or user-generated data within other applications.
Purpose
This data is used solely to:
Detect malware, spyware, trojans, and other security threats
Identify risky or suspicious applications
Generate security risk reports
Provide removal or mitigation recommendations
Third-Party Processing
Virus scanning and risk assessment are powered by the Trustlook Security SDK. To perform security analysis, limited and necessary application metadata is securely transmitted to Trustlook’s cloud-based security analysis platform:
Trustlook Cloud Service:
Trustlook conducts static analysis and behavioral analysis on installed applications to evaluate potential security threats and generate application risk reports.
All data transmissions are protected using encryption technologies, and the collected information is accessed and processed strictly for security scanning and threat detection purposes only.
Neither we nor Trustlook will sell, rent, lease, or disclose installed application information to any unauthorized third parties. The data is not used for advertising, marketing, or any purpose unrelated to device security, except where disclosure is required by applicable laws or regulations.
1.4 Advertising Identifier
We may use your Android Advertising ID to:
Deliver relevant advertisements
Measure advertising performance
Conduct aggregated analytics
The Advertising ID does not directly identify you and is not linked to personally identifiable information. You may reset or limit ad personalization through your device settings.
1.5 Non-Personal & Aggregated Data
We may process anonymized or aggregated data that cannot reasonably identify an individual, such as:
General device statistics
App performance metrics
Aggregated usage trends
Such data is used solely for internal analytics and product improvement.
2. How We Use Information
Collected information is used for the following legitimate purposes:
Providing antivirus, security, and diagnostic features
Ensuring application stability and compatibility
Improving functionality, usability, and performance
Delivering contextual advertising (where applicable)
Analyzing usage trends and service effectiveness
Complying with legal and regulatory obligations
We do not use your data for purposes unrelated to security, analytics, or service improvement.
3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or Switzerland, we process personal data based on:
Performance of a contract (providing requested services)
Compliance with legal obligations
Legitimate interests (security, fraud prevention, analytics)
User consent (where required, such as advertising personalization)
You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior lawful processing.
4. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We may share limited data with trusted third-party partners strictly for service-related purposes, including:
Analytics providers
Advertising and attribution partners
Security service providers
All partners are contractually required to comply with applicable data protection laws and maintain appropriate security safeguards.
5. International Data Transfers
Your data may be processed outside your country of residence. When required, we implement appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, to ensure adequate data protection.
6. User Rights
Subject to applicable laws, you have the right to:
Access your personal data
Request correction or deletion
Restrict or object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time
Requests may be submitted via email at:
hoppenbrouwerjorden6@gmail.com
7. App Permissions
Our Services may request certain permissions to function properly, including:
Storage access (for scanning and file analysis)
Network access (for security updates and cloud analysis)
Installed app query (for virus detection)
Foreground service access (for active scanning notifications)
You may revoke permissions through system settings; however, some features may become unavailable.
8. Data Security
We implement administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect your information. While we strive to use commercially reasonable safeguards, no system can guarantee absolute security.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If such data is discovered, it will be promptly deleted.
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will take effect upon publication. Continued use of the Services indicates acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
kolhire16@gmail.com