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Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Blackfort collects, processes, protects, and uses your Personal Information when you access our website, app, and services.

Effective DateFebruary 15, 2024
Data Protection Officerprivacy@blackfort.exchange

General

Blackfort Technologies LLC (hereinafter referred to as "Blackfort," "we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.

BlackFort is a platform where users can discover NodeNFTs available on the blockchain, purchase such NodeNFTs, and experience blockchain technology by minting from nodes and holding NFTs. Blackfort does not provide a platform for centralized exchange activities; it is not a custody provider, exchange, broker, dealer, financial institution, payment processor, money services business, or creditor. BlackFort provides services that help users discover NFTs available on the blockchain. To use our services, you must use a client-side wallet, which can be the Blackfort multi-network non-custodial wallet or a third-party wallet that allows you to engage in transactions on the blockchain.

Why Trust Us with Your Data?

  • Security First: We prioritize your data security with industry-leading measures like multi-signature wallets and cold storage. Your assets are protected by advanced encryption and regular security audits.
  • Transparency and Control: We believe in open communication. You'll always have access to clear explanations about how your data is used and protected, and you retain complete control over your privacy settings.
  • Compliance and Regulation: We operate with strict adherence to data protection regulations like the Law of Georgia on Personal Data Protection and other applicable laws. Your trust and safety are our top priorities.
  • Community-Driven: We're passionate about building a supportive and inclusive community for digital asset enthusiasts. Our dedicated support team is always available to answer your questions and guide you on your crypto journey.

This Privacy Policy (together with our Terms and Conditions) explains how we collect, process, and use your Personal Information when you open an account and access our services via our website: https://blackfort.exchange ("Website") and our application: BlackFort Wallet ("App"), or otherwise interact with Blackfort.

Personal Information is any information relating to an identified or identifiable natural person. A natural person is identifiable when he/she can be identified directly or indirectly, including by name, surname, identification number, geolocation data, identifiable electronic communication data, physical, physiological, mental, psychological, genetic, economic, cultural, or social characteristics.

Purpose of This Privacy Policy

The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to inform you about:

  1. Who is responsible for the protection of your information
  2. The types of Personal Information we may collect about you and how it may be used
  3. The sources from which we gather information about you
  4. Our use of information regarding IP addresses
  5. Any disclosure of the Personal Information to third parties
  6. Your ability to correct, update, and delete your Personal Information
  7. The security measures we have in place to prevent the loss, misuse, or alteration of the Personal Information under our control

When processing your Personal Information, Blackfort is required to follow the requirements stipulated in the Law of Georgia on Personal Data Protection (the "Personal Data Protection Law") and other personal data protection-related legal acts as applicable ("applicable data protection laws").

Who Is Responsible for Protecting Your Information?

Under the PDP Law of Georgia, the person responsible for processing your Personal Information is:

Blackfort Technologies LLC
Registry Code: 400373118
Address: Georgia, Tbilisi, Gldani District, Omar Khizanishvili Street, N264 (Free Industrial Zone of Tbilisi Technology Park)
Email Address: privacy@blackfort.exchange

Should you have any questions about how we process your Personal Information, or should you wish to exercise any of your rights as a data subject, you can contact our Data Protection Officer (DPO) at: privacy@blackfort.exchange.

Gathering and Use of Personal Information

Types of Personal Information We Collect

We may collect your Personal Information if you use the Website, open an Account to use our services, or perform any transactions on the Website. The types of Personal Information we collect may include:

  • Personal Details:
    • Name
    • Date of Birth
    • Address
    • Phone Number
    • Email Address
    • Username
    • Photographic Identification
    • ID Card Data
    • Passport Data
  • Verification and Compliance:
    • Documentation regarding the source of funds if the transaction exceeds EUR 5,000 or equivalent (limit established by law or our internal regulations)
    • Banking Details, including Account Numbers
  • Technical Information:
    • IP Address(es) and Geographical Location
    • Device and Browser Information
    • Device Model
    • Software Platform
    • Device Software Version
    • Device Universally Unique Identifier (UUID)
    • Device Manufacturer
    • Device Serial Number
  • Blockchain and Transaction Data:
    • Blockchain Addresses
    • Transaction History

How We Use Your Personal Information

We may use your Personal Information for the following purposes:

  1. Account Creation and Operation
    • To allow you to open and operate an Account and Wallet on the Website and/or the App.
    • Legal Basis: Article 5(1)(a) and 5(1)(b) of the Personal Data Protection Law.
    • This helps us verify your identity and keep your account safe.
  2. Transaction Processing
    • To enable you to complete exchange and trade transactions on the Website and/or the App.
    • Legal Basis: Article 5(1)(a) and 5(1)(b) of the Personal Data Protection Law.
    • We need your details to process your trades and transfers accurately.
  3. Customer Support
    • To reply to your queries when you have contacted us.
    • Legal Basis: Article 5(1)(a) and/or 5(1)(b) of the Personal Data Protection Law.
    • We keep track of your inquiries to provide better support in the future.
  4. Platform Improvement
    • To analyze the use of our Website and/or our App.
    • Legal Basis: Article 5(1)(a) and 5(1)(b) of the Personal Data Protection Law.
    • This helps us make the platform better for everyone or serves to comply with legal standards.
  5. Legal Compliance
    • To carry out our anti-money laundering (AML) procedures as required by law, outlined in our AML Policy.
    • Legal Basis: Article 5(1)(a) and 5(1)(c) of the Personal Data Protection Law.
    • This mainly serves to comply with legal obligations or internal policy procedures.
  6. Regulatory Requirements
    • As required for other regulatory purposes.
    • Legal Basis: Article 5(1)(a) and 5(1)(c) of the Personal Data Protection Law.
    • We need to share some information with authorities, like courts or tax agencies, when required by law.
  7. Marketing and Promotions
    • To provide you with information about products and promotions that may be of interest to you, from ourselves and third parties, only if you have specifically agreed to receive such information.
    • Legal Basis: Article 5(1)(a) of the Personal Data Protection Law.
    • If you agree, we can tell you about our latest features, promotions, and news from trustworthy partners.
  8. Market Research
    • For market research purposes, e.g., surveying users about their needs and opinions on our services.
    • Legal Basis: Article 5(1)(a) of the Personal Data Protection Law.

We process your Personal Information only for the purpose(s) for which we have collected it. If you do not consent to the processing of your Personal Data that is based on a statutory or contractual basis, you may not be able to access our services.

Sources of Personal Information

We collect information about you from several sources, including but not limited to:

  1. Your Account Profile
    • Information provided during account creation and maintenance on the Website and/or the App.
  2. Your Social Network Profiles
    • Public Information Analysis:
      • We may analyze publicly available information from your social media profiles (like Google, LinkedIn, or Facebook) to verify your identity and understand your interests.
      • This helps us personalize your experience on Blackfort.
    • Social Logins:
      • If you choose to log in to Blackfort using your social media account, we might access basic information like your name and email address to simplify the process.
  3. Cryptocurrency Blockchains or Networks
    • Transaction Data:
      • When you trade or transfer cryptocurrencies on Blackfort, information about these transactions is automatically recorded on the relevant blockchain (e.g., Bitcoin or Ethereum).
      • We access this data to keep track of your holdings and ensure accurate transaction processing.
    • Wallet Addresses:
      • To link your Blackfort account with your digital wallet for seamless transactions, we need to access your wallet address (a unique identifier on the blockchain).
      • We use this address only for transaction purposes and don't access any other data stored within your wallet.