Effective Date: June 1, 2025

This Privacy Policy ("Policy") governs how Blaze NFT (referred to as “Blaze NFT”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, processes, stores, uses, and shares your data when you access or use our digital assets, including our websites, mobile applications (iOS, Android), NFT marketplaces, blockchain-based games (e.g., Ludo), and related services (collectively referred to as the “Platform”).

We are fully committed to safeguarding your privacy in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including but not limited to the Information Technology Act, 2000 (Seychelles), General Data Protection Regulation (EU GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and sector-specific best practices in the blockchain and cryptocurrency ecosystem.

1. Consent and Acceptance

By accessing or using the Platform, you explicitly consent to the collection, processing, transfer, and storage of your personal and sensitive data as outlined in this Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy, please refrain from using the Platform.

2. Data We Collect

a. Personal Information

We collect the following data directly from you:

• Full Name
• Email Address
• Photos (e.g., profile pictures)
• Gender
• Device Information and ID

b. Sensitive Personal Information (SPI)

We may collect SPI as defined under applicable laws, including:

• Payment and financial data (e.g., UPI, card details – encrypted)
• Blockchain wallet addresses (e.g., MetaMask or similar)
• Biometric or identity verification data (if required for compliance)
• Geolocation data (where applicable)

Note: We collect SPI only with your explicit and informed consent, solely for the purposes necessary to provide secure services or comply with regulatory obligations (e.g., AML/KYC).

c. Automatically Collected Data

• IP Address
• Browser and OS type
• Usage analytics and metadata
• Transaction logs (including NFT activity)

3. Purpose of Data Collection

Your data is collected and processed for:

• Providing core services (e.g., game participation, NFT transactions)
• Verifying user identity and preventing fraud
• Processing payments and blockchain transactions securely
• Improving service quality and personalization
• Complying with legal obligations, such as AML/CFT requirements

We may also use anonymized or aggregated data for analytics, audits, or to improve our ecosystem.

4. Disclosure and Sharing of Data

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share it under the following circumstances:

• With trusted third-party service providers, including payment gateways, identity verifiers (e.g., KYC providers), and analytics tools
• With our affiliates and subsidiaries, under strict confidentiality and only for operational purposes
• To comply with law enforcement, court orders, or legal regulations
• In case of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, in which case you will be notified

For invited users, you agree that the invitee’s contact information (email or social ID) may be used to send invitations or reminders to join the Platform, subject to this Policy.

5. Blockchain Transparency & Data Immutability

As a decentralized platform dealing in NFTs, certain information such as wallet addresses, transactions, and smart contract activity may be recorded on public blockchains. This data is immutable and publicly visible, and we cannot alter or delete such information once recorded on-chain.

However, off-chain data (account info, emails, etc.) is handled in accordance with this Policy and is not stored on-chain unless explicitly stated.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Store session information
• Track user engagement
• Deliver personalized content and advertisements

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings.

7. Data Retention

We retain your data only as long as:

• It is required to provide services to you
• It is legally necessary for tax, compliance, audit, or dispute resolution
• Your consent has not been withdrawn

If you delete your account, we ensure complete removal of off-chain personal data, except data retained for legal defense or backup (in anonymized form).

8. Account Suspension, Deactivation & Deletion

You may contact us at support@blazenft.art to request:

• Account deletion (permanent)
• Temporary deactivation (you may later request reactivation)
• Suspension of specific services (e.g., participation in paid contests)

We will process your request within 30 days, subject to any pending legal obligations or data dependencies.

9. Cross-Border Data Transfer

Your data may be processed in or transferred to jurisdictions outside your country of residence, including but not limited to the United States, European Union, and India. We ensure appropriate safeguards such as encryption, contractual clauses, and data minimization to protect your information in line with global standards.

10. Security Measures

We adopt industry-leading security practices including:

• End-to-end encryption
• Role-based access control
• Multi-factor authentication
• Regular audits and vulnerability scans

Despite our best efforts, no system is immune to breaches. Use the Platform at your discretion, and avoid sharing private keys or seed phrases with anyone.

11. Rights of Data Subjects

You may exercise your legal rights, including:

• Right to access and correct your data
• Right to data portability
• Right to withdraw consent
• Right to lodge complaints with the relevant Data Protection Authority (DPA)

Contact us at support@blazenft.art to exercise your rights.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Policy periodically to reflect regulatory changes or service upgrades. All updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Effective Date." Your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

13. Jurisdiction and Governing Law

This Policy shall be governed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Seychelles, without regard to conflicts of law. Any dispute arising from this Policy shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Seychelles, as per applicable arbitration laws.

14. Contact Information

For legal queries, data requests, or privacy concerns, please contact:

📧 Email: support@blazenft.art
📬 Address: Attn: Blaze NFT Team