Getting started
No account needed to start. Answer a few questions and get your document in minutes.
How DataShark works
DataShark is a document generation platform. You answer plain-English questions about your business through our guided wizard — no account required — and we generate a personalised, legally-structured policy document specific to your company.
Unlike generic templates, your document includes your company name, the specific data you collect, the third-party tools you use, and your lawful basis for processing. It's a real document, not a fill-in-the-blank template.
Step-by-step guide
The policy wizard
A guide to completing each step accurately.
Step 1 — Company details
Enter your official business name and address. For US businesses, use your state of incorporation address. For UK businesses, use your Companies House registered address or trading address.
Step 2 — Data types & processors
Select every type of personal data you collect and every third-party tool that handles your customer data. Be thorough — it's better to include more than less. Common examples:
- Data types — names, email addresses, IP addresses, payment data, location
- Processors — Google Analytics, Stripe, Mailchimp, Meta Pixel, HubSpot, AWS
Step 3 — Legal details
Enter your privacy contact email — this is where users send data requests. Also set your data retention period (how long you keep customer data after the relationship ends). For UK businesses, also select your lawful bases for processing.
Your documents
How to access, download, and use your generated documents.
Where to find your documents
All generated documents are stored in your account at thedatashark.com/documents. Log in at any time to view and re-download them.
How to download as PDF
Click the "Download" button next to your document. It opens in your browser. To save as PDF:
- Press Ctrl+P (Windows) or Cmd+P (Mac)
- Select "Save as PDF" from the printer dropdown
- Click Save
Where to publish your Privacy Policy
- Link to it in your website footer on every page
- Link from any forms that collect personal data (contact forms, newsletter sign-ups)
- Link from your checkout process if you take payments
- For US sites — add a "Do Not Sell My Personal Information" link if you use advertising cookies
How often should I update my policy?
Review at least once a year, or whenever you add a new third-party tool, start collecting new data types, or make any significant change to how you process personal data. We include a review date in every document.
🇺🇸 US Privacy Policy
CCPA, CPRA, and all major US state privacy laws.
Who needs it
Any US business website that collects personal data from visitors — including email addresses, IP addresses (from analytics), or payment data. The CCPA applies to any business serving California residents, which is effectively every US website.
What's covered
- California CCPA & CPRA rights (access, delete, correct, opt-out of sale)
- Virginia VCDPA, Colorado CPA, Texas TDPSA, Connecticut CTDPA disclosures
- Children's privacy (COPPA) section if applicable
- Your specific data types and third-party processors named
- Data retention periods
- Contact details for privacy requests
- International data transfer disclosures
| Document | Price | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| US Privacy Policy | $19 Launch price | Instantly |
🇺🇸 US Cookie Policy
Cookie disclosure and CCPA opt-out requirements.
Who needs it
Any US website using analytics (Google Analytics), advertising pixels (Meta Pixel, LinkedIn), or any non-essential tracking cookies.
What's covered
- Full cookie table listing all cookies by category
- Third-party cookie disclosures (Google, Meta, etc.)
- CCPA "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" opt-out
- Links to DAA and NAI opt-out tools
- Browser settings instructions for all major browsers
- Do Not Track (DNT) disclosure
| Document | Price | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| US Cookie Policy | $14 Launch price | Instantly |
🇺🇸 Terms & Conditions
Governs use of your website or service.
Who needs it
Every business website. Terms & Conditions protect you by limiting liability, setting rules for how your site can be used, and establishing dispute resolution procedures.
What's covered
- Eligibility and account registration
- Payments, billing, and refund policy reference
- Intellectual property and licence terms
- Acceptable use restrictions
- Disclaimer of warranties ("as is" basis)
- Limitation of liability
- AAA arbitration clause and class action waiver
- Governing law
| Document | Price | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Terms & Conditions | $14 Launch price | Instantly |
🇺🇸 Complete US Bundle
All three US documents — best value.
What's included
- US Privacy Policy (normally $19)
- US Cookie Policy (normally $14)
- Terms & Conditions (normally $14)
| Option | Price | Saving |
|---|---|---|
| Complete US Bundle | $39 Launch price | Save $8 vs buying separately |
🇬🇧 GDPR Privacy Policy
UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 compliant.
Who needs it
Every UK website that collects personal data from UK residents — including contact forms, newsletter sign-ups, analytics, or payments.
What's covered
- All 13 sections required by UK GDPR Articles 13 & 14
- Your lawful basis for each category of processing
- Article 28 processor disclosures (all your tools named)
- All 8 data subject rights
- International transfer safeguards
- ICO complaint information
- Article 9 special category data (if applicable)
| Document | Price | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| GDPR Privacy Policy | £19 Launch price | Instantly |
🇬🇧 Cookie Policy
UK PECR and UK GDPR compliant.
Who needs it
Any UK website using Google Analytics, advertising pixels, or any non-essential cookies.
What's covered
- Cookie table by category (strictly necessary, analytics, functional, marketing)
- Third-party cookie disclosures
- Consent requirements under UK PECR
- How to manage and opt out of cookies
- Browser settings instructions
| Document | Price | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Cookie Policy | £14 Launch price | Instantly |
🇬🇧 Data Processing Agreement
UK GDPR Article 28 compliant.
Who needs it
Required under UK GDPR Article 28 when you share personal data with any third-party processor. Many major providers (Google, Stripe, Mailchimp, AWS) already include DPA terms in their agreements — check those first before generating your own.
What's covered
- Article 28(3) mandatory clauses
- Sub-processor authorisation and liability
- Security obligations for the processor
- Data subject rights assistance
- Audit rights
- Deletion/return of data on contract end
| Document | Price | Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| Data Processing Agreement | £29 Launch price | Instantly |
🇬🇧 Complete UK Bundle
All three UK documents — best value.
What's included
- GDPR Privacy Policy (normally £19)
- Cookie Policy (normally £14)
- Data Processing Agreement (normally £29)
| Option | Price | Saving |
|---|---|---|
| Complete UK Bundle | £39 Launch price | Save £23 vs buying separately |
Payments & billing
How payments work and what to expect.
How do I pay?
Payments are processed via Razorpay — a secure, PCI-compliant payment gateway. We accept credit and debit cards, UPI, net banking, and wallets. The Razorpay checkout opens automatically after you enter your email on the pricing page.
Is payment secure?
Yes. All payments are encrypted and processed by Razorpay. DataShark never stores your card details or payment information.
Is it a subscription?
We offer both one-time and subscription options. One-time pricing means you pay once and own your document permanently. The monthly subscription ($9.99/month) gives you unlimited documents across all types. You choose at checkout.
When will I receive my document?
Your document is generated instantly — within seconds of your payment being confirmed. It is emailed to you from noreply@thedatashark.com and stored permanently in your account.
Can I get a receipt?
Yes. Email hello@thedatashark.com with your order details and we'll issue a receipt within 1 business day.
What currencies do you accept?
US documents are priced in USD ($). UK documents are priced in GBP (£). Razorpay handles currency conversion automatically for international cards.
Refunds
Our 7-day money-back guarantee.
Refund policy
We offer a 7-day full refund guarantee on all purchases. If you're not satisfied for any reason, contact us within 7 days for a full refund — no questions asked.
How to request a refund
Email hello@thedatashark.com with your name, account email, and the document you purchased. We'll process your refund within 3–5 business days.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to common questions.
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