Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

The Sovereign Network ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our platform, or interact with our services (collectively, the "Services"). Privacy is a core principle of The Sovereign Network, and we are building technology that puts users in control of their own data.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Create an account or register for our Services
• Sign up for our beta program or waitlist
• Subscribe to newsletters or communications
• Participate in surveys, contests, or promotions
• Contact us for support or inquiries
• Make donations to the project

This information may include your name, email address, wallet address, and any other information you choose to provide.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Services, we may automatically collect:

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• IP address and approximate location
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, referral source)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Network Data

If you participate as a node operator, we may collect technical data related to your node's performance, uptime, bandwidth contribution, and network interactions. This data is used to calculate rewards and maintain network integrity.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Services
• Process your registrations and manage your account
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and support requests
• Calculate and distribute network rewards and UBI
• Monitor and analyze usage trends to improve user experience
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and technical issues
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Services (e.g., hosting, analytics, email delivery)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
• Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of The Sovereign Network, our users, or the public
• Consent: With your explicit consent
• Blockchain Data: Certain transaction data is publicly visible on the blockchain by design. We cannot control access to on-chain data

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These include:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the operation of our Services
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website (e.g., Firebase Analytics)
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Services.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When your information is no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data in a machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to the processing of your personal information
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure your information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.

11. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our platform.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a revised "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

• Email: privacy@thesovereignnetwork.org
• Discord: discord.gg/nZEHS6auvT