Privacy Policy

Your privacy is fundamental to our mission. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information in our AI-powered IP valuation platform.

Last updated: January 15, 2025
Effective: January 1, 2025

Recent Changes

Enhanced AI/blockchain data handling sectionsJanuary 15, 2025
Added wallet address pseudonymization detailsJanuary 15, 2025
Updated data retention policiesJanuary 15, 2025

Information We Collect

Personal Information

  • Name, email address, and contact information
  • Government-issued identification for KYC/AML compliance
  • Financial information for trading and investment activities
  • Professional background and qualifications for IP submissions

Technical Information

  • IP addresses, browser type, and device information
  • Usage data, including pages visited and features used
  • Blockchain wallet addresses and transaction data
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

IP Asset Information

  • Patent applications, trademarks, and copyright materials
  • Technical documentation and specifications
  • Valuation data and market analysis
  • Ownership and licensing information

How We Use Your Information

Platform Operations

  • Provide and maintain our IP trading platform
  • Process transactions and manage your account
  • Verify identity and comply with regulatory requirements
  • Facilitate IP asset tokenization and trading

Communication

  • Send important account and transaction notifications
  • Provide customer service and respond to inquiries
  • Share platform updates and new features
  • Send marketing communications (with your consent)

Improvement and Analytics

  • Analyze platform usage to improve user experience
  • Develop new features and services
  • Conduct research and market analysis
  • Ensure platform security and prevent fraud

Information Sharing

We May Share Information With:

  • Service providers who assist in platform operations
  • Regulatory authorities as required by law
  • Professional advisors (lawyers, accountants, auditors)
  • Business partners for specific transactions (with consent)

We Do Not:

  • Sell your personal information to third parties
  • Share sensitive IP details without explicit consent
  • Use your data for purposes unrelated to our services
  • Provide access to unauthorized parties

Data Security

Security Measures

  • End-to-end encryption for sensitive data transmission
  • Multi-factor authentication for account access
  • Regular security audits and penetration testing
  • Secure cloud infrastructure with industry-standard protocols

Blockchain Security

  • Smart contracts audited by leading security firms
  • Immutable transaction records on the blockchain
  • Decentralized storage for IP asset metadata
  • Cold storage for digital assets and tokens

Your Rights

Data Rights

  • Access: Request copies of your personal data
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format

Control Options

  • Opt-out of marketing communications at any time
  • Manage cookie preferences through browser settings
  • Control visibility of your IP assets and trading activity
  • Request restrictions on data processing

International Data Transfers

Global Operations

  • We operate globally and may transfer data across borders
  • All transfers comply with applicable data protection laws
  • We use appropriate safeguards for international transfers
  • Data processing agreements ensure consistent protection standards

Wallet Address & Blockchain Data

How we handle your blockchain wallet addresses under GDPR

Data Processing

  • Wallet addresses are stored separately from personal identifiers
  • Transaction data is processed for service functionality only
  • You can disconnect your wallet at any time

AI Valuation Processing

How our AI processes patent data for valuations

AI Processing Details

  • Patent metadata is analyzed using machine learning models
  • Valuations are estimates for informational purposes only
  • You can request human review of any AI-generated valuation

Data Retention

How long we keep your data and why

Account Data

Retained while your account is active plus 3 years after closure for legal compliance.

Active + 3 years

Wallet Data

Blockchain data is immutable. We can delete our local copies upon request.

On request

AI Valuations

Valuation history kept for 7 years for audit and improvement purposes.

7 years

Analytics Data

Anonymized usage data retained for 2 years for platform improvement.

2 years

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our platform. These include:

Essential Cookies

Required for basic platform functionality, security, and user authentication.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how users interact with our platform to improve user experience.

Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences and settings to personalize your experience.

Marketing Cookies

Used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or by contacting us directly.

Security & Protection

How we protect your data with industry-leading security measures

Encryption

  • AES-256 encryption for data at rest
  • TLS 1.3 for data in transit
  • End-to-end encryption for sensitive communications

Access Control

  • Multi-factor authentication required
  • Role-based permissions system
  • Regular access reviews and audits

Monitoring

  • 24/7 security monitoring
  • Automated threat detection
  • Incident response procedures

Compliance

  • GDPR and EU data protection compliance
  • Regular security assessments
  • Third-party security audits

Policy Updates

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by email or through our platform. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.