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// DIGITAL PERSONAL DATA PROTECTION (DPDP) ACT 2023 & IT ACT DISCLOSURE

Privacy Policy for CyberShastraX

Effective Date: August 10, 2026 | Jurisdiction: Republic of India & Global | Data Fiduciary: ShadowX Technologies (Operating as ShadowX Studios) | Domain: shadowxstudios.com

🇮🇳 INDIAN CITIZENS' PRIVACY PLEDGE: CyberShastraX is engineered specifically to protect Indian citizens against UPI financial fraud, Digital Arrest caller scams, and predatory loan APK spyware. We DO NOT collect, read, or upload your private SMS OTPs, bank credentials, or contacts to any cloud server or third-party broker.

// QUICK NAVIGATOR
  • 01. Indian Governance
  • 02. DPDP Act 2023 Rights
  • 03. CyberShastraX Engine & ClamAV
  • 04. Permission Matrix
  • 05. Subscriptions & AdMob Pledge
  • 06. Play Data Safety
  • 07. Third-Party Integrations
  • 08. Google AdSense & Cookies
  • 09. Revocation & Uninstall
  • 10. Grievance Redressal

01. Entity Governance & Indian Legal Framework

This Privacy Policy governs the mobile security application CyberShastraX developed and operated by ShadowX Technologies (operating under ShadowX Studios).

CyberShastraX is designed with a focus on cyber threats prevalent in the Indian digital ecosystem. Our operations adhere to:

  • Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act 2023) of the Republic of India.
  • Information Technology Act, 2000 (IT Act 2000) and the IT (Reasonable Security Practices and Procedures and Sensitive Personal Data or Information) Rules, 2011.
  • Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Guidelines regarding financial data security and OTP non-transmission.
  • Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) cybersecurity directives.
  • Google Play Store Developer Policies for security and antivirus apps.

02. Rights of Data Principals under DPDP Act 2023

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 of India, every user residing in India is a "Data Principal", and ShadowX Technologies serves as the "Data Fiduciary". You are entitled to the following statutory rights:

Statutory Right (DPDP 2023) Legal Description How CyberShastraX Enforces It
Right to Access (Sec. 11) Right to obtain a summary of personal data being processed and identities of processing entities. You can request an instant export of any anonymized diagnostic metrics stored on device.
Right to Correction & Erasure (Sec. 12) Right to correct inaccurate data and request complete erasure of personal data. Local data can be wiped via in-app "Clear Cache". Cloud support logs can be deleted upon request.
Right to Withdraw Consent (Sec. 6) Right to withdraw previously granted consent at any point without penalty. All Android permissions (SMS, Location, Phone) can be revoked instantly via system settings.
Right to Grievance Redressal (Sec. 13) Right to readily accessible grievance redressal mechanism provided by the Data Fiduciary. Contact our designated Grievance Officer with guaranteed 24h acknowledgement and 15-day resolution.
Right to Nominate (Sec. 14) Right to nominate another individual to exercise rights in event of death or incapacity. Exercisable by submitting formal authorization to our Grievance Redressal desk.

03. CyberShastraX Defense Engine, ClamAV & Cryptographic Vault Safeguards

CyberShastraX features 5 enterprise defensive security modules powered by open-source signature engines and hardware-backed cryptographic vaults:

  • 1. ClamAV Signature Engine & APK Malware Scanner (QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES): Integrates the open-source ClamAV Antivirus Engine alongside custom signature rules to scan side-loaded APK packages (frequently shared via WhatsApp and Telegram), detecting predatory loan app keyloggers, hidden SMS forwarders, and banking trojans locally on your device.
  • 2. AES-256 Cryptographic Password Vault & Local Security: Employs hardware-backed AES-256-GCM encryption to store user credentials, local threat logs, and sensitive security vaults strictly within Android's protected KeyStore. Cryptographic keys never leave the physical device sandbox.
  • 3. SMS Fraud & UPI Scam Link Guard (READ_SMS): Evaluates incoming SMS text headers locally on your device to intercept Indian scam vectors such as fake UPI collect requests, TRAI SIM disconnection threats, electricity bill payment scams, and fake job/KBC lottery SMS.
    🔒 Explicit Banking Promise: Banking OTPs, 2FA codes, and personal chat messages are NEVER uploaded to central servers, stored, or read by human personnel.
  • 4. Safe Dial & Caller Verification (READ_PHONE_STATE): Protects users against "Digital Arrest" extortion scams, fake CBI/Cyber Crime Police impersonation calls, and courier customs threats. Phone number queries are hashed anonymously before cross-referencing against our verified threat intelligence database.
  • 5. Silent Emergency SOS & OTA Helplines Sync (ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION): Integrates Over-The-Air (OTA) sync for official Indian national emergency helplines (1930 Cyber Fraud Helpline, 112 Emergency). When activated, precise GPS coordinates are packaged into an encrypted payload and dispatched strictly to your emergency contacts.

04. Android Permission Justification Matrix

In compliance with Google Play Policies and DPDP Act 2023 Notice requirements, below is our detailed permission usage table:

Android Permission Execution Scope Storage Location Functional Purpose in CyberShastraX
QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES On-Device Only Local RAM Sandbox Scans installed APK hashes to detect side-loaded malware and predatory loan spyware.
READ_SMS On-Device Only Volatile Memory Analyzes SMS text locally to block UPI scam links and fake TRAI/Electricity bill phishing.
READ_PHONE_STATE On-Device Only Temporary Cache Safe Dial module cross-references incoming numbers against Digital Arrest scam databases.
ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION User-Triggered Encrypted Payload Dispatches GPS location strictly when user presses Silent Emergency SOS button.
POST_NOTIFICATIONS On-Device Only Local OS Displays real-time threat alerts, malware quarantine notices, and scam SMS warnings.

05. Subscription Tiers, AdMob & Zero-Ads Emergency Pledge

CyberShastraX is committed to sustainable, ethical, privacy-preserving cybersecurity for all citizens:

  • Free Community Tier (AdMob Supported): Supported by non-intrusive Google AdMob banner and frequency-capped scan completion interstitial ads. Google Mobile Ads SDK may use anonymous advertising IDs (GAID) according to your device preferences.
  • Cyber Guard PRO (₹39/mo or ₹399/yr): Unlocks Cloud Sandbox Detonation, Real-Time Threat Feeds, Anti-Theft Intruder Sentry, Priority Support, and a 100% Ad-Free experience. All subscriptions are processed directly through Google Play Billing (supporting UPI, RuPay, GPay, and Netbanking).
  • 7-Day Free Trial: Eligible users receive a 7-day complimentary Pro trial verified securely via Google Sign-In and local one-way hardware SHA-256 fingerprinting to prevent abuse.
  • 🛡️ ETHICAL ZERO-ADS PLEDGE: CyberShastraX guarantees NEVER to display advertisements during Emergency SOS, 1930 Cyber Crime Helpline dialing, or when removing active malware in Quarantine. Citizen safety is our non-negotiable priority.

06. Google Play Store "Data Safety" Declarations

Below is our formal declaration matching our Google Play Console Data Safety submission:

Data Category Collected? Shared? Security Standard Retention Schedule
Installed App Hashes Yes (Local Scan) NO SHARE AES-256 / TLS 1.3 Discarded immediately after scan completes.
SMS Texts & Links Yes (Local Filter) NO SHARE Local Memory Only Never saved or transmitted to cloud.
GPS Location Yes (SOS Only) User Contacts Only Encrypted Payload Sent exclusively to designated contacts.
Crash Diagnostics Yes (Anonymized) Google Firebase TLS 1.3 Encrypted Retained up to 90 days for stability fixes.

08. Third-Party Integrations & Cloud Partners

CyberShastraX integrates with select global cloud platforms to support crash reporting and advanced neural threat verification. All data sent is anonymized:

  • Google AdMob: Serves non-intrusive ads for free users using anonymized Advertising ID (GAID). Google AdMob Privacy Link ↗
  • Google Firebase Analytics & Crashlytics: Used to monitor application performance and fix crash tracebacks. Firebase Privacy Direct Link ↗
  • Google Play Services: Required for secure app updates and license validation. Google Services Privacy Link ↗
  • Google Gemini API: Utilized for advanced natural language zero-day phishing pattern checks. All payloads are stripped of personal user identifiers prior to transmission. Google AI Terms & Privacy ↗

08B. Google AdSense, DoubleClick DART Cookies & Advertising Disclosure

ShadowX Technologies (operating shadowxstudios.com) partners with Google AdSense to serve programmatic and contextual advertisements across our web portal. In strict accordance with Google AdSense Publisher Policies, we declare the following cookie and advertising practices:

  • Third-Party Vendors & Advertising Cookies: Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to shadowxstudios.com or other websites on the Internet.
  • DoubleClick DART Cookie: Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to our visitors based on their visit to our sites and/or other websites across the World Wide Web.
  • Third-Party Ad Networks: Other third-party ad networks or vendors may also use cookies, JavaScript, or Web Beacons to measure the effectiveness of their advertisements and personalize advertising content. ShadowX Studios has no access to or control over these cookies used by third-party advertisers.
  • User Opt-Out & Privacy Controls: Users have complete autonomy to opt out of personalized advertising:
    • You may opt out of personalized advertising at any time by visiting Google Ads Settings ↗.
    • Alternatively, you can opt out of third-party vendor cookies for personalized advertising by visiting the AboutAds.info Consumer Choice Portal ↗ or the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out Page ↗.
  • Browser Cookie Management: You can choose to disable or selectively turn off our cookies or third-party cookies in your browser settings. Consult your browser's Help documentation for instructions on blocking or deleting cookies.

09. Permission Revocation & Clean Uninstall Guide

In accordance with DPDP Act 2023 and Google Play guidelines, users have total autonomy to withdraw consent or uninstall CyberShastraX:

  1. Revoke Permissions: Go to Android Settings → Apps → CyberShastraX → Permissions, and toggle off any permission (such as SMS or Location).
  2. Reset Default Apps: If CyberShastraX was set as your default SMS or Phone app, go to Settings → Apps → Default Apps and switch back to system default.
  3. Clean Data Wipe & Uninstall: Navigate to Settings → Apps → CyberShastraX → Storage, tap Clear Cache and Clear Data, then tap Uninstall. All local security logs will be permanently deleted from your device.

10. Grievance Redressal Mechanism (Mandated under DPDP Act 2023 & IT Rules)

In compliance with Section 13 of the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 and Rule 3(2) of the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, ShadowX Technologies has designated a formal Grievance Redressal Officer for Indian citizens:

🇮🇳 Designated Grievance Officer (India)

Data Fiduciary Legal Entity: ShadowX Technologies (Operating as ShadowX Studios)

Grievance Office Designation: Data Protection & Grievance Redressal Desk

Official Domain: shadowxstudios.com

Official Support Email: support@shadowxstudios.com

DPDP Act Grievance Officer: grievance@shadowxstudios.com (cc: support@shadowxstudios.com)

✔ STATUTORY SLA GUARANTEE:
• Acknowledgement of Grievance: Within 24 Hours.
• Resolution of Inquiry / Data Erasure: Within 15 Business Days (exceeding the statutory 30-day requirement).
$ statute --terms-of-service --jurisdiction="INDIA" ✓ VERIFIED

Terms of Service

Application / Ecosystem: CyberShastraX Antivirus & ShadowX Technologies Portals
Effective Date: August 10, 2026 | Last Updated: September 05, 2026
Legal Parent Entity: ShadowX Technologies (Operating as ShadowX Studios)
Government Registration: Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India (UDYAM-MH-33-0812254)
Official Legal Portal: https://shadowxstudios.com/privacy.html#terms
🇮🇳 Indian Jurisdiction & Governance Notice:

By installing, downloading, or using CyberShastraX Antivirus or accessing ShadowX Studios portals, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service governed strictly under the laws of the Republic of India, the Information Technology Act 2000, and the Digital Personal Data Protection Act 2023 (DPDP Act).

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, accessing, or using CyberShastraX Antivirus & Security ("the Application") or visiting shadowxstudios.com, you enter into a legally binding agreement with ShadowX Technologies ("we", "us", or "our"). If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not install or use the Application or services.

2. Description of Security Service & Tiers

CyberShastraX provides multi-vector on-device malware detection, BloomFilter signature scanning, SMS phishing interception, telecom bombing mitigation, cryptographic password vaults, Wi-Fi security auditing, and scam education for Indian citizens:

  • Free Community Tier: 100% on-device virus scanning, 24,212 threat signatures, SMS phishing & bombing shield, WhatsApp media sentry, emergency SOS quick-dialers (supported by non-intrusive Google AdMob banners and scan completion interstitials).
  • Cyber Guard PRO Tier (₹39/month or ₹399/year): Real-time cloud threat intelligence feeds, anti-theft remote intruder capture, 100% ad-free experience, and priority threat desk support.
🛡️ Ethical Zero-Ads Pledge:

CyberShastraX guarantees NEVER to display advertisements during Emergency SOS, 1930 Cyber Crime Helpline dialing, or while isolating active malware in Quarantine. Citizen safety always precedes monetization.

3. 7-Day Free Trial & Google Play Billing

  • Free Trial: Eligible new users can claim a 7-day complimentary Pro trial. Each trial is uniquely verified via Google Sign-In and one-way hardware SHA-256 fingerprinting to prevent reset exploitation.
  • In-App Subscriptions: All payments are processed directly through Google Play Billing (supporting UPI, RuPay, Google Pay, Netbanking, and cards). ShadowX Technologies never collects or stores banking credentials or UPI PINs.
  • Cancellations & Refunds: You can manage or cancel your subscription anytime via Google Play Store (Profile → Payments & Subscriptions → Subscriptions). Refunds are governed strictly under Google Play policies.

4. Security Advisory & Limitation Disclaimer

While CyberShastraX employs advanced heuristic models and verified signature databases, no cybersecurity software can guarantee 100% detection of all novel zero-day trojans or social engineering attacks. CyberShastraX serves as a digital hygiene and defensive shield. You remain responsible for verifying third-party APK sources and guarding your secret OTPs and UPI PINs.

5. Emergency SOS & Helpline Directory Disclaimer

Helpline contacts (112, 100, 1930 National Cyber Crime Helpline, Sanchar Saathi 14422) and verified banking contacts are compiled from official regulatory portals (RBI, NPCI, cybercrime.gov.in). CyberShastraX does not operate external telecom networks and is not liable for third-party operator downtime or line congestion.

6. Acceptable Use & Prohibited Actions

You agree to use CyberShastraX strictly for personal digital defense. You shall not:

  • Decompile, disassemble, or reverse-engineer the Application's proprietary bytecode.
  • Use the software to launch attacks or probe third-party networks.
  • Attempt to bypass license verification or tamper with security sandbox databases.

7. Intellectual Property

All logos, threat signatures, heuristics, trademarks, and software code are the exclusive intellectual property of ShadowX Technologies (Operating as ShadowX Studios).

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Indian law, ShadowX Technologies shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from device tampering, phishing deception by third parties, or carrier network failures.

9. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of India. Any legal disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in Mumbai / Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.

10. Grievance Redressal & Contact

For support, grievance redressal, or compliance inquiries:

  • Legal Entity: ShadowX Technologies (Operating as ShadowX Studios)
  • Support Desk: support@shadowxstudios.com
  • Grievance Officer: grievance@shadowxstudios.com
  • Public Fallback: cybershastrax@gmail.com
  • Official Website: https://shadowxstudios.com/
  • Location: Maharashtra, Republic of India
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GRIEVANCE: grievance@shadowxstudios.com • SUPPORT: support@shadowxstudios.com