Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how the Thoughts decentralized application (dApp) collects, uses, and protects your information. As a blockchain-based application, we are committed to transparency and user privacy while acknowledging the unique characteristics of decentralized technology.

2. Information We Collect

The Thoughts dApp operates on the MultiversX blockchain, which means certain information is inherently public and immutable:

• Blockchain Data: All thoughts submitted to the blockchain are publicly visible and permanent
• Wallet Addresses: Your wallet address is visible on the blockchain when you interact with the dApp
• Transaction Data: All blockchain transactions are publicly recorded
• Browser Data: We may collect standard browser information for functionality purposes
• Wallet-Free Service Data: For users utilizing our wallet-free blockchain submission service, we collect author name/nickname, thought content, and optional email address for order management and customer support

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain the Thoughts dApp service
• To display your thoughts and interactions on the platform
• To improve the user experience and functionality
• To ensure the security and integrity of the service
• To process and manage orders for our wallet-free blockchain submission service
• To provide customer support and order confirmations
• To promote selected thoughts on social media platforms (X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and other social media channels) to showcase interesting content and increase visibility for authors
• To comply with legal obligations

Social Media Promotion Details

When we promote thoughts on social media, we may use the following information:

• Author Attribution: We will include your author name (if provided) or a shortened but searchable version of your wallet address
• Thought Content: We may quote or reference your thought content while maintaining its integrity
• Public Information Only: We only use information that is already publicly available on the blockchain

Your Choice: If you do not wish your content to be considered for social media promotion, please contact us at support@thoughtsdapp.com and we will respect your preference.

4. Blockchain Transparency

This is a fundamental characteristic of blockchain technology and cannot be changed. Please consider this carefully before submitting any content that you wish to keep private.

Smart Contract Information

All data submitted to the Thoughts dApp is processed through our verified smart contract on the MultiversX blockchain:

This contract is responsible for storing and managing all thoughts and interactions on the blockchain. You can verify this contract on the MultiversX blockchain explorer to ensure transparency and trust.

5. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored in multiple ways:

• On the Blockchain: All thoughts and interactions are permanently stored on the MultiversX blockchain
• In Your Browser: We may store preferences and settings locally in your browser
• Orders Database: For users utilizing our wallet-free blockchain submission service, we maintain a centralized orders database containing author information, thought content, and optional email addresses for order management and customer support

6. Third-Party Services

The Thoughts dApp may integrate with third-party services:

• Wallet Providers: When you connect your wallet, you interact with third-party wallet services
• Blockchain Networks: The MultiversX network processes all transactions
• Payment Processors: For our wallet-free service, payments are processed through Stripe, which handles all payment information securely
• Analytics: We may use analytics services to understand usage patterns

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

7. Blockchain Submission Service Without Wallet

We offer a service that allows users to submit thoughts to the blockchain without requiring a personal wallet. This service involves the following:

• Payment Processing: Payments are processed through Stripe, a third-party payment processor. We do not have access to, store, or process your credit card information directly.
• User Information Collection: When using this service, we collect the following information which is stored in our orders database:
  • Name or nickname (as the author of the thought)
  • The thought content itself
  • Email address (optional, for confirmation and communication purposes)
• Data Storage: This information is stored in our centralized orders database for order management, confirmation purposes, and customer support.
• Blockchain Submission: After successful payment, we submit your thought to the MultiversX blockchain on your behalf using our service wallet.

Important: While we do not store your payment information, the thought content and author information you provide will be permanently visible on the blockchain once submitted, in accordance with blockchain transparency principles.

8. Your Rights and Choices

As a user of the Thoughts dApp, you have the following rights:

• Access: You can view all your submitted thoughts on the blockchain
• Control: You control your wallet and private keys
• Disconnect: You can disconnect your wallet at any time
• Browser Settings: You can clear browser data and cookies

Note: Due to the immutable nature of blockchain technology, submitted thoughts cannot be deleted from the blockchain.

9. Children's Privacy

The Thoughts dApp is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

10. International Users

The Thoughts dApp is accessible worldwide. By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries other than your own, including countries that may have different data protection laws.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through the appropriate channels provided in the application.

13. Additional Information

For more information about how we handle cookies and similar technologies, please see our Cookies Policy.