Welcome to Project Hydro. Your privacy is a priority for us. This Privacy Policy explains how Aegir (hereinafter referred to as “Aegir,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a product of Project Hydro, collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you visit our website https://projecthydro.org or use the Aegir application and its related services (collectively, the “Service”).
By using Aegir, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access the Service.
1. Information We Collect
In the spirit of decentralization, Aegir is designed to minimize the collection of Personal Identifiable Information (PII). However, to provide our services effectively, we may collect the following types of information:
A. Public Blockchain Data
When you use Aegir to interact with blockchain networks, we may collect and display publicly available data, including:
- Public Wallet Addresses: Your public cryptographic wallet address used to facilitate transactions.
- Transaction History: Details of transactions you initiate through the Aegir interface (e.g., tokens sent/received, timestamps, smart contract interactions).
- Asset Balances: The types and amounts of digital assets held in your public wallet.
Note: Blockchain data is public by nature and is not controlled by Project Hydro. We cannot modify or delete data once it is recorded on a blockchain.
B. Usage Data and Cookies
We may automatically collect information about how you interact with our website and the Aegir interface:
- Log Data: IP addresses, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and pages viewed.
- Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies to enhance your experience, remember your preferences, and analyze site traffic. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
C. Voluntarily Provided Information
If you contact our support team, subscribe to our newsletter, or participate in community surveys, we may collect:
- Email addresses.
- The content of your communications.
- Feedback and survey responses.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To operate and maintain the Aegir interface and facilitate blockchain interactions.
- Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve the user interface, security, and performance of Aegir.
- Communication: To provide technical support, send updates, and respond to inquiries.
- Security: To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activities.
- Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requests.
3. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share data with third-party vendors who provide website hosting, analytics (e.g., Google Analytics), and infrastructure services (e.g., blockchain node providers).
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or if we believe such action is necessary to comply with legal obligations or protect the rights and safety of our users.
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
4. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction (such as the EU under GDPR or California under CCPA), you may have the following rights:
- Access/Portability: The right to request copies of your personal data.
- Correction: The right to request that we correct inaccurate information.
- Deletion: The right to request the deletion of your personal data (subject to limitations regarding blockchain data).
- Opt-Out: The right to opt-out of marketing communications.
To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.
5. Security of Your Information
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
User Responsibility: You are solely responsible for the security of your private keys and recovery phrases. Project Hydro and Aegir do not have access to your private keys and cannot recover them if lost.
6. Third-Party Links
The Aegir interface may contain links to third-party websites or dApps (decentralized applications) that are not operated by us. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third-party services.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.