Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
GDPR & CCPA Compliant
1. Introduction
IncomeSpark SMS ("we", "our", "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our temporary phone numbers service.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- No personal information required for basic service
- Optional email for account creation (premium features)
- Contact information for support inquiries
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
- IP address and approximate location
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Usage data and analytics
- SMS messages received (temporary storage)
3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
3.1 Essential Cookies
Required for basic functionality:
- Session management
- Security features
- Number allocation
3.2 Analytics Cookies
Used to improve our service:
- Google Analytics (anonymized)
- Service performance tracking
- User behavior analysis
3.3 Marketing Cookies
Optional for personalized ads:
- Ad targeting
- Retargeting campaigns
- Conversion tracking
You can manage cookie preferences using our cookie consent banner.
4. How We Use Your Information
- Provide and maintain our Service
- Prevent fraud and abuse
- Comply with legal obligations
- Improve user experience
- Respond to support requests
- Analyze usage patterns
5. Data Retention & Deletion
5.1 Retention Periods
- SMS Messages: 30 days (for abuse prevention)
- Access Logs: 30 days (security monitoring)
- Analytics Data: 12 months (anonymized)
- Abuse Reports: 1 year (investigation purposes)
5.2 Data Deletion
After retention periods expire:
- All SMS messages are permanently deleted
- Access logs are purged
- User session data is removed
6. Data Sharing & Disclosure
6.1 We Do Not Sell Your Data
We never sell personal information to third parties.
6.2 Limited Sharing With:
- Service Providers: Hosting, analytics, email services
- Legal Authorities: When required by law
- Abuse Prevention: To prevent illegal activities
6.3 International Transfers
Data may be processed in countries with adequate data protection laws.
7. Your Rights (GDPR/CCPA)
7.1 European Union (GDPR)
- Right to access your data
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability
- Right to object to processing
7.2 California (CCPA)
- Right to know what data is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of data sales
- Right to non-discrimination
To exercise these rights, contact: privacy@incomespark.online
8. Security Measures
- HTTPS encryption for all communications
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and authentication
- Data encryption at rest
- DDoS protection
- Regular backups
9. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
10. Contact Information
For privacy-related inquiries:
- Email: privacy@incomespark.online
- Data Protection Officer: dpo@incomespark.online
- Postal: Privacy Department, IncomeSpark SMS
Important Privacy Notice
IncomeSpark SMS is designed to be privacy-focused. We collect minimal data and retain it only as necessary for service operation and abuse prevention. SMS messages are temporary and automatically deleted after 30 days.