Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information in the following categories:

A. Information You Provide Directly

You may provide information when you:

• Create an account
• Contact us
• Upload or submit content

This information may include:

• Name
• Email address
• Company or organization name
• Profile information
• Communications with us
• Any content or materials you submit

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you access or use the Platform, we may automatically collect certain technical and usage information, including:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Operating system
• Referral URLs
• Pages visited
• Search queries
• Features used
• Session duration
• Clickstream and interaction data
• Approximate geographic location
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

C. Aggregated and Analytical Data

Okanode may collect and generate aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified data derived from Platform usage.

This data may be used to:

• Understand trends and user interests
• Improve Platform functionality
• Optimize search and discovery experiences
• Measure engagement and performance
• Develop analytics and insights
• Conduct research and business intelligence activities

Aggregated data does not identify individual users.

2. How We Use Information

We may use collected information to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Platform
• Personalize and improve user experiences
• Respond to inquiries and support requests
• Analyze Platform usage and performance
• Develop new products, features, and services
• Monitor security and prevent fraud or abuse
• Enforce our terms and policies
• Comply with legal obligations
• Send administrative or service-related communications
• Deliver newsletters or marketing communications where permitted by law

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies to:

• Remember user preferences
• Maintain sessions
• Analyze traffic and engagement
• Improve Platform functionality
• Understand how users interact with the Platform

You may control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect certain Platform features.

4. Analytics and Third-Party Services

We may use third-party analytics and infrastructure providers, including cloud hosting, performance monitoring, and analytics services.

These providers may collect information in accordance with their own privacy policies.

Examples may include:

• Analytics providers
• Hosting providers
• Authentication services
• Customer support tools

We encourage users to review the privacy practices of third-party providers they interact with through the Platform.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell personal information.

We may share information in the following circumstances:

A. Service Providers

With vendors, contractors, and service providers that help us operate the Platform.

B. Legal Compliance

If required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.

C. Business Transfers

In connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, restructuring, or sale of assets.

D. Protection of Rights

To protect the rights, safety, integrity, users, or security of Okanode or others.

E. Aggregated or De-Identified Information

We may share anonymized, aggregated, or statistical information that cannot reasonably identify individuals.

6. User Content

Users may submit content, materials, comments, or other data through the Platform.

You retain ownership of your content, but by submitting content to the Platform, you grant Okanode a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, host, reproduce, modify, display, and distribute such content solely for operating and improving the Platform.

You are responsible for ensuring that any content you submit complies with applicable laws and does not infringe third-party rights.

7. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as necessary to:

• Provide the Platform
• Comply with legal obligations
• Resolve disputes
• Enforce agreements
• Improve and secure services

Retention periods may vary depending on the type of information and legal requirements.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards designed to protect information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.

However, no method of electronic transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be processed and stored in countries other than your country of residence.

By using the Platform, you acknowledge that your information may be transferred to jurisdictions with different data protection laws.

Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards for international transfers.

10. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Accessing your data
• Correcting inaccurate information
• Deleting your information
• Restricting or objecting to processing
• Withdrawing consent
• Requesting data portability

To exercise applicable rights, contact us submitting a form here.

We may need to verify your identity before processing requests.

11. Third-Party Links and Services

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third-party services. Accessing those services is at your own risk.

12. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you may have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (“CCPA”) and related laws, including rights to:

• Know what personal information is collected
• Request deletion of personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Opt out of certain data sharing activities

Okanode does not sell personal information as defined under applicable California law.

California residents may contact us here to exercise applicable rights.

13. European Economic Area (EEA), UK, and Similar Jurisdictions

If you are located in the EEA, UK, or similar jurisdictions, our legal bases for processing may include:

• Performance of a contract
• Legitimate interests
• Compliance with legal obligations
• Consent where required

You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.

When we make material changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date and may provide additional notice where required.

Continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

15. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us via form here.