1. Introduction

At EXPANEL ("we", "us", or "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we handle your information when you use our desktop application ("the Application"). By using the Application, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from using the Application.

2. Data Collection and Use

**a. Personal Data**

EXPANEL collects minimal personal data necessary for the functionality of the Application. Specifically, when you perform sanction checks, the names you input are sent to a third-party API to retrieve the necessary compliance information. We do not store or have access to this data on our servers.

**b. Usage Data and Cookies**<br>The Application operates primarily offline, and we do **not collect any usage data**, analytics, or use cookies and tracking technologies. There is minimal transmission of data solely for the purpose of sanction checks.

3. Third-Party Services

The Application integrates with a third-party API for sanction checks. When you input names for compliance purposes, these names are sent directly to the third-party API, and the results are returned to you within the Application.

We do not store any of the data transmitted during this process on our servers. The interaction acts as a direct interface between you and the third-party service.

4. Data Security

We prioritize the security of your data. Although we do not store your data, we recommend the following practices to enhance data security:

• **Regular Backups**: Regularly back up your data to prevent loss due to hardware failures or other issues.
• **Strong Passwords**: Use strong, unique passwords to protect access to your systems.
• **Software Updates**: Keep your operating system and security software up to date to protect against vulnerabilities.
• **Access Control**: Limit access to your devices and data to authorized personnel only.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not share or disclose your personal information to third parties, except for the data transmitted to the third-party API for sanction checks as described above. We ensure that no additional data is shared without your explicit consent.

6. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated policy within the Application or on our website. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy indicates when revisions were made. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.