Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to the Global Crypto Adoption Index ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your data when you visit our website, interact with our real-time global crypto adoption ranking index, or utilize our data analytics services (collectively, the "Services").

We operate as a data aggregation and analytics platform providing real-time insights into global cryptocurrency adoption, on-chain activity, regulatory safety, and economic readiness. In the rapidly evolving landscape of blockchain technology, we prioritize transparency regarding how we process both public ledger data and user-specific information.

By accessing or using our Services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please discontinue access to our platform immediately.

2. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide accurate indexing data, improve user experience, and comply with legal obligations. This data falls into three categories: Personal Data, Usage Data, and Public Blockchain Data.

2.1 Personal Data

While you can browse our Index anonymously, certain features may require you to provide personally identifiable information ("Personal Data"), including but not limited to:

• Contact Information: Email address (for newsletters, API access, or market reports) and name.
• Account Credentials: Username and encrypted passwords if you register for a premium dashboard.
• Professional Information: Company name or job title if you request institutional-grade data access.

2.2 Usage and Technical Data

When you access our platform, our servers automatically log certain information standard to web analytics:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and screen resolution.
• Behavioral Metrics: Pages viewed, time spent on the "Methodology & Data Sources" section, click-through rates on specific asset rankings, and referring URLs.
• Geolocation Data: Approximate location derived from IP addresses to tailor regional crypto adoption statistics (e.g., highlighting data relevant to your country).

2.3 Public Blockchain and Market Data

A core function of our Service is aggregating data from public sources to calculate our Adoption Index. This includes:

• On-Chain Data: Transaction volumes, active wallet addresses, and smart contract interactions sourced from public block explorers and nodes (Bitcoin, Ethereum, etc.).
• Market Data: Pricing, trading volume, and exchange liquidity derived from third-party APIs (e.g., CoinGecko, centralized exchanges).
• Note: We do not link public wallet addresses to your personal identity unless you explicitly connect a wallet to our platform (if such a feature is available) and authorize us to do so.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for specific, legitimate business purposes:

3.1 Providing and Maintaining the Index

• Algorithm Calibration: We use aggregated market data to calculate the weighted index scores for Adoption (35%), On-Chain Activity (25%), Regulatory Safety (20%), and Economic Stability (10%).
• Accuracy Verification: Technical logs help us identify discrepancies in data feeds, ensuring the "Live Data" badge represents real-time accuracy.

3.2 Improving User Experience

• Personalization: We may use cookies to remember your preferred currency (e.g., USD, EUR, BTC) or region settings.
• Performance Optimization: Analyzing traffic patterns helps us scale our infrastructure during high-volatility market events.

3.3 Communication

• Newsletters & Alerts: If you opt-in, we send weekly summaries of global adoption trends or alerts when specific markets trigger adoption thresholds.
• Support: To respond to your inquiries regarding our methodology or API documentation.

3.4 Compliance and Security

• Fraud Prevention: Monitoring IP addresses to prevent DDoS attacks, scrapers, or unauthorized API usage.
• Legal Compliance: Adhering to requirements under applicable laws, including KYC/AML regulations if we offer paid subscription services.

4. Methodology and Data Integrity

Transparency is key to our E-E-A-T standards. Our data processing for the "Methodology & Data Sources" section involves:

• Google Trends Data: We process anonymized search volume data for terms like "Bitcoin" and "Crypto" to gauge retail interest. This data is aggregated and does not identify individual searchers.
• P2P Exchange Volume: We analyze flow data from peer-to-peer platforms. This is statistical data and does not contain personal transaction details of the individuals using those exchanges.
• Regulatory Scoring: Our team manually reviews and inputs data regarding FATF compliance and tax frameworks. This process does not involve user personal data.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to track activity on our Service and hold certain information.

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function (e.g., security tokens).
• Analytics Cookies: Used by tools like Google Analytics to help us measure traffic and usage trends for the Index.
• Preference Cookies: Enable the website to remember information that changes the way the website behaves or looks.

You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your Personal Data. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We engage third-party companies to facilitate our Service (e.g., cloud hosting providers like AWS, email delivery services). These third parties have access to your Personal Data only to perform these tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.
• Aggregated/Anonymized Data: We may share non-personal, aggregated statistics (e.g., "Global Crypto Adoption rose 5% in Q4") with media partners, researchers, or the public.
• Business Transfers: If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your Personal Data may be transferred. We will provide notice before your Personal Data becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or a government agency).

7. Third-Party Links and Services

Our Service contains links to other sites that are not operated by us (e.g., specific exchanges, wallet providers, or news sources). If you click a third-party link, you will be directed to that third party's site.

We strongly advise you to review the Privacy Policy of every site you visit. We have no control over and assume no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. Specifically, our Index may display data from 196+ markets; interacting with those markets directly carries its own risks and privacy implications.

8. Data Security

We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols.
• Access Controls: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized employees who need to know that information to process it.
• Regular Audits: We conduct periodic reviews of our data collection, storage, and processing practices.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your Personal Data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

9. Your Data Rights (GDPR & CCPA)

Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding your personal information:

9.1 GDPR (European Economic Area)

• Right to Access: You have the right to request copies of your personal data.
• Right to Rectification: You have the right to request that we correct any information you believe is inaccurate.
• Right to Erasure: You have the right to request that we erase your personal data, under certain conditions.
• Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we restrict the processing of your personal data.
• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to request that we transfer the data that we have collected to another organization, or directly to you.

9.2 CCPA (California Residents)

• Right to Know: You may request disclosure of the specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
• Right to Delete: You may request the deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
• Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your CCPA rights (e.g., we will not deny you access to the Index).

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 12.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information, including Personal Data, may be transferred to—and maintained on—computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ from those from your jurisdiction. By using our platform, you consent to the transfer of information to the United States or other jurisdictions where our servers are located.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for anyone under the age of 18 ("Children"). We do not knowingly collect personally identifiable information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and you are aware that your child has provided us with Personal Data, please contact us. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Data from children without verification of parental consent, we take steps to remove that information from our servers.