Effective Date: 4/8/2025
Welcome to ScribeChain!
Your privacy is important to us, and this policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data — whether you sign in with an email, a wallet, or both.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information in two ways:
a. Account & Identity Data: Email address, username, and/or Ethereum wallet address
Optional profile details (avatar, bio, etc.)
b. Technical & Usage Data: Browser type, IP address, device dataOn-chain activity relevant to platform features (NFT minting, collaboration history, etc.)
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your data to: Provide access to collaboration features. Help track project ownership through NFTs and smart contracts. Communicate updates or account information. Analyze usage patterns to improve the platform. We do not sell your personal data.
3. Blockchain-Specific Disclosures
Public blockchains like Ethereum are immutable and transparent. Data written to the blockchain (e.g., NFT ownership, project metadata) cannot be deleted. Wallet addresses are publicly visible and can be linked to actions on the blockchain.
4. Off-Chain Storage
We store backups of content in secure, centralized storage for redundancy. These backups are not considered authoritative for ownership or collaboration rights.
5. Cookies & Analytics
We may use cookies and third-party analytics (e.g., Google Analytics) to improve user experience. You can adjust your browser settings to control cookies.
6. Third-Party Services
We may integrate: Wallet providers like MetaMask or WalletConnect. File storage providers like IPFSAnalytics and payment processors. Please refer to their privacy policies for how they handle data.
7. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active, and for regulatory or operational reasons. You may request deletion of your account at any time — blockchain-based data cannot be removed.
8. International Users (GDPR/UK Compliance)
If you're in the EU or UK: You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal data. You can contact us to file a complaint or request data portability.
9. Children’s Privacy
The platform is currently only available to users aged 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect data from users under 18.
10. Security
We take appropriate measures to secure data, but we cannot guarantee absolute security in a decentralized system.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy and will notify users via the site or email when we do.
Questions? Contact us at [Insert Email Address].