1. Introduction
Crowdio ("we", "our", or "us") operates the website crowdio.net and associated services (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.
By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use our Service.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
- Email address — when you sign up for early access or our newsletter.
- Usage data — IP address, browser type, pages visited, time and date of visit, time spent on pages, and other diagnostic data.
- Node operator data — if you operate a node, we collect bandwidth contribution metrics, uptime statistics, and wallet addresses for reward distribution.
- Communications — if you contact us, we retain a record of that correspondence.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Operate, maintain, and improve the Service.
- Send you updates, newsletters, and early access notifications (you can unsubscribe at any time).
- Calculate and distribute Solana rewards to node operators.
- Monitor usage patterns and diagnose technical issues.
- Comply with legal obligations.
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience. See our Cookie Policy for full details on what we use and how to opt out.
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized usage statistics. You can opt out via Google's opt-out tool.
5. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:
- Service providers — third parties that help us operate the Service (e.g. hosting, analytics, email delivery), bound by confidentiality agreements.
- Legal authorities — if required by law or to protect our rights.
- Business transfers — in the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred.
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfil the purposes outlined in this policy. You may request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights including:
- Access to the personal data we hold about you.
- Correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Deletion ("right to be forgotten").
- Objection to or restriction of processing.
- Data portability.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us via our contact form.
8. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but strive to protect your information using commercially acceptable means.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not directed at anyone under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will delete it.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us via our contact form.