The dTRINITY protocol operates in a decentralized and permissionless manner. Although we may collect and process information about users of dtrinity.org or the Interface in accordance with this Privacy Policy, we do not have information about all protocol users beyond what is already publicly available and recorded on the blockchain.
This Privacy Policy (the “Privacy Policy”) explains how Trinity Foundation (“we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, and shares information in connection with our Services as well as your rights and choices regarding such information. This Privacy Policy applies to dtrinity.org, the Interface at app.dtrinity.org, and any other online location that links to this Privacy Policy (collectively, the “Services”).
By using the Services, you agree to our collection, use, and sharing of your information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this Privacy Policy or the Terms of Use, you should not use or access the Services.
1. Information Collection
A. Information You Provide
We may collect the following information when you use the Services:
- Correspondence and Content. When you contact us (such as by sending feedback, questions, or support requests), we may collect your name, email address, and any other information or content you include in your message, including but not limited through third-party communication platforms like X (formerly Twitter), Telegram, and Discord.
You may also choose to voluntarily provide additional information to us, and you are solely responsible for any such information.
B. Information Collected Automatically
We may automatically collect the following information when you use the Services:
- Wallet Address. We collect the wallet address you use to connect to the Interface to comply with sanctions and legal restrictions. We may also collect your wallet address as part of Usage Information (below) to improve the Interface and user experience.
- Device Information. We may collect information about your device such as device type, operating system, browser type, and screen resolution to optimize performance and troubleshoot issues.
- Usage Information. We may collect information about how you interact with the Services, including your wallet address, timestamps, pages visited, features used, assets interacted with, links clicked, and search queries performed.
For further information on tracking technologies, see the “Cookies Policy” and “Analytics” sections below.
2. Use of Information
We may collect and use information for business purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy, including:
- Operating and managing the Services. Including providing requested features, responding to inquiries, sending notices, detecting and preventing fraud, enforcing the Terms of Use, and complying with legal obligations.
- Improving the Services. Including analytics, product development, debugging, security improvements, and optimization.
- Merger or Acquisition. In connection with corporate transactions such as mergers, financing, reorganization, or sale of assets.
- Security and Compliance. Including preventing attacks, investigating misuse, complying with legal process, and protecting the integrity of the Services.
- Facilitating Requests. To comply with your instructions or requests.
- Consent. For purposes for which you have provided consent, where required by law.
We may use aggregated or de-identified information for any purpose except where prohibited by law.
3. Sharing & Disclosure of Information
We may share information in accordance with this Privacy Policy for the purposes described above.
Categories of third parties include:
- Affiliates. Our related entities and foundation partners.
- Professional Advisors. Including auditors, attorneys, and compliance consultants.
- Service Providers. Including analytics providers, cloud infrastructure vendors, fraud prevention tools, blockchain monitoring tools, and IT support. These providers are bound by contractual obligations to use information only on our behalf and under our instructions.
We may also share aggregated or de-identified information as permitted by law.
4. Third-Party Services
The Services may link to or integrate technologies operated by third parties. When you interact with such third parties—including wallet providers—they may independently collect information from you.
Your interactions with third-party services are governed by their own terms and privacy policies, not ours.
5. Cookies Policy
A. Do We Use Cookies?
Yes, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage, to understand how users interact with the Services, improve functionality, perform analytics, and enhance user experience.
Cookies help us:
- recognize returning users,
- measure usage patterns,
- improve performance,
- analyze user behavior, and
- operate core functionality of the Interface.
B. Types of Cookies We Use
- Strictly Necessary Cookies. Essential for basic site functionality.
- Analytical/Performance Cookies. Measure and analyze usage to improve the Interface.
- Functional Cookies. Store preferences and enhance user experience.
C. How to Disable Cookies
You can disable or delete cookies through your browser settings. For more information, visit:
6. Analytics
We may use analytics platforms to track user interactions, preferences, and browsing behavior for users who have opted in. If you do not want your data to be used for analytics:
- Use the “Manage Analytics” controls on the site, or
- Disable cookies / tracking through your browser or extensions.
7. Data Security
We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect information. However, we cannot guarantee absolute security, and transmission over the internet is inherently risky.
8. Data Retention
We retain information as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy and as permitted by law. If you request deletion, we may still retain certain information as required by legal, tax, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes.
9. International Transfers
Information collected through the Services may be transferred to and processed in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, the United States, and other jurisdictions with different data protection laws. By using the Services, you consent to these transfers.
10. Children
The Services are not directed to children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 in violation of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA).
If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us and we will delete it.
11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
California residents have certain rights regarding their personal information.
A. Notice of Collection
The categories of information we collect are described in Section 1 above. We do not sell personal information.
B. Right to Know and Delete
You may request:
- categories of personal information collected,
- sources of that information,
- categories of third parties with whom it is shared,
- the business purpose for collection, and
- specific pieces of personal information.
You may also request deletion of personal information we have collected. Submit requests to hi@dtrinity.org.
C. Authorized Agent
You may designate an agent to exercise your rights on your behalf.
D. Non-Discrimination
We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
E. Shine the Light
California residents may request information about disclosures for direct marketing purposes. Contact hi@dtrinity.org.
12. GDPR Disclosures (EEA & UK)
A. Roles
We act as a data controller for personal data collected through the Services.
B. Lawful Basis for Processing
Our lawful bases include:
- Consent
- Contractual necessity
- Legal obligation
- Legitimate interests
C. Data Subject Rights
You may request:
- access to your data,
- rectification,
- erasure,
- restriction,
- objection,
- portability,
- withdrawal of consent.
We cannot edit or delete data stored on public blockchains. This includes on-chain transaction data associated with your wallet.
Submit GDPR requests to hi@dtrinity.org.
13. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes take effect immediately upon posting. Continued use of the Services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at hi@dtrinity.org.