Security Practices

Last Updated: February 9, 2026

Our Commitment to Security

At ZeroBounce AI, security is not an afterthought—it's built into every aspect of our platform. We employ industry-leading security practices to protect your data and ensure the integrity of our AI-powered email verification services.

Data Encryption

In Transit

  • TLS 1.3: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted using TLS 1.3
  • HTTPS Only: We enforce HTTPS across all our services
  • Certificate Pinning: Additional protection against man-in-the-middle attacks

At Rest

  • AES-256 Encryption: All stored data is encrypted using AES-256
  • Encrypted Backups: All backups are encrypted and stored securely
  • Key Management: Encryption keys are rotated regularly and stored in secure vaults

Infrastructure Security

  • Cloud Infrastructure: Hosted on enterprise-grade cloud providers with SOC 2 Type II certification
  • Network Isolation: Services are isolated in private networks with strict firewall rules
  • DDoS Protection: Advanced DDoS mitigation and rate limiting
  • Intrusion Detection: 24/7 monitoring for suspicious activity
  • Regular Patching: Automated security updates and patch management

Application Security

Secure Development

  • Code Reviews: All code is peer-reviewed before deployment
  • Static Analysis: Automated security scanning of codebase
  • Dependency Scanning: Regular checks for vulnerable dependencies
  • Penetration Testing: Annual third-party security audits

Authentication & Authorization

  • Password Requirements: Minimum 12 characters with complexity requirements
  • Password Hashing: bcrypt with high cost factor
  • Two-Factor Authentication: Optional 2FA via authenticator apps
  • Session Management: Secure session tokens with automatic expiration
  • API Keys: Encrypted API keys with rate limiting

Data Protection

Data Minimization

  • We only collect data necessary for service delivery
  • Email addresses are processed temporarily and not stored permanently
  • Personal data is anonymized where possible

Data Retention

  • Verification Data: Not stored permanently
  • Account Data: Retained while account is active + 90 days
  • Audit Logs: Retained for 12 months
  • Billing Records: Retained for 7 years (legal requirement)

Data Deletion

  • Secure deletion of data upon account termination
  • Multi-pass overwriting of sensitive data
  • Backup purging within 90 days of deletion request

Access Controls

  • Principle of Least Privilege: Employees have access only to data necessary for their role
  • Role-Based Access: Granular permissions based on job function
  • Multi-Factor Authentication: Required for all employee accounts
  • Access Logging: All data access is logged and monitored
  • Regular Reviews: Quarterly access audits and permission reviews

Incident Response

Detection & Monitoring

  • 24/7 security monitoring and alerting
  • Automated anomaly detection
  • Real-time threat intelligence integration

Response Plan

  • Immediate Response: Security team alerted within minutes
  • Containment: Affected systems isolated to prevent spread
  • Investigation: Root cause analysis and impact assessment
  • Notification: Affected users notified within 72 hours
  • Remediation: Vulnerabilities patched and systems restored
  • Post-Mortem: Lessons learned and preventive measures implemented

Compliance & Certifications

  • GDPR: Full compliance with EU data protection regulations
  • CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act compliance
  • SOC 2 Type II: In progress (expected Q3 2026)
  • ISO 27001: Information security management certification (planned)
  • PCI DSS: Payment Card Industry compliance via Stripe

Employee Security

  • Background Checks: All employees undergo background verification
  • Security Training: Mandatory security awareness training
  • Confidentiality Agreements: All employees sign NDAs
  • Device Security: Company devices with full-disk encryption and MDM
  • Remote Work Security: VPN required for remote access

Third-Party Security

  • Vendor Assessment: Security review of all third-party services
  • Data Processing Agreements: DPAs with all data processors
  • Limited Access: Third parties have minimal access to customer data
  • Regular Audits: Ongoing monitoring of vendor security practices

Vulnerability Disclosure

We welcome responsible disclosure of security vulnerabilities. If you discover a security issue, please report it to:

We commit to:

  • Acknowledge receipt within 24 hours
  • Provide regular updates on remediation progress
  • Credit researchers (with permission) in our security hall of fame
  • Not pursue legal action against good-faith security researchers

Security Best Practices for Users

Help us keep your account secure:

  • Use Strong Passwords: At least 12 characters with mixed case, numbers, and symbols
  • Enable 2FA: Add an extra layer of security to your account
  • Rotate API Keys: Change API keys regularly and after employee turnover
  • Monitor Activity: Review your account activity logs regularly
  • Report Suspicious Activity: Contact us immediately if you notice anything unusual
  • Keep Software Updated: Use the latest browser and operating system versions

Questions?

For security-related inquiries, contact: