Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 19, 2025

Evolve Foundation (“Evolve,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you access or use our website, applications, or any services provided by Evolve Foundation (“Platform”).

By using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

• Personal Information: Name, email address, contact details, wallet addresses, identification documents (for KYC/AML), and other information you provide during account registration or gold reserve redemption.

• Technical Information: Device type, operating system, browser type, IP address, and usage data (such as pages visited, features used, and time spent).

• Transaction Information: Details of blockchain transactions, gold reserve redemptions, and interactions with Evolve services.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: Data collected via cookies, beacons, and similar technologies (see our Cookie Policy for details).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide, operate, and improve the Platform and our services.

• Process transactions, gold reserve redemptions, and user requests.

• Verify your identity and comply with legal, regulatory, and security requirements (including KYC/AML).

• Communicate with you about updates, promotions, and relevant information.

• Monitor and analyze Platform usage to enhance user experience.

• Protect the security and integrity of our systems.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who assist with Platform operations, gold reserve management, audits, customer support, and compliance.

• Legal and Regulatory Authorities: As required by law, regulation, court order, or to protect our rights and users.

• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.

• Community Features: Information you choose to share in public forums, chats, or community voting features may be visible to other users.

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. You are responsible for safeguarding your wallet credentials and devices.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information.

• Object to or restrict certain processing activities.

• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [official Evolve Foundation contact email or web form].

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be stored and processed in countries where Evolve Foundation or its service providers operate. We take steps to ensure appropriate safeguards for international data transfers.

8. Children’s Privacy

The Platform is not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to have it removed.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the “Effective Date” will be updated accordingly. Your continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of any changes.

10. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at [official Evolve Foundation contact email or web form].

By using the Evolve Foundation Platform, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.