Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2025
1. Introduction
BlockScout, Inc. ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you provide while using our website, platform, and related services (collectively, the "Services"). This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your information. By using our Services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect and process the following types of personal and non-personal information:
2.1 Personal Information
"Personal Information" means information that can identify you as an individual. This includes but is not limited to:
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Payment information (e.g., credit card or other payment details)
- Account information (e.g., username, password)
- Billing address
- Any other details that you voluntarily provide to us while using our Services.
2.2 Non-Personal Information
"Non-Personal Information" is information that cannot be used to identify you directly, such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Log data, including access times and pages viewed
- Aggregated data, which may be used for analytics purposes
2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect Non-Personal Information and to provide you with a better experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you use our Services, allowing us to recognize your browser and capture certain data. You may adjust your browser settings to reject cookies, but doing so may affect your ability to use some features of the Services.
3. How We Use Your Information
We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:
3.1 To Provide and Improve Services
We use your Personal Information to:
- Facilitate account creation and login
- Provide the products and services you request
- Improve and customize our Services to suit your preferences
3.2 To Process Transactions
We collect payment and billing details to process your transactions securely.
3.3 To Communicate with You
We may use your contact details to send you service-related announcements, promotional materials, and other communications. You can opt-out of promotional emails at any time by following the unsubscribe link included in each email.
3.4 For Analytics and Improvements
We may use Non-Personal Information for data analysis, monitoring usage patterns, and improving our Services' performance and design.
3.5 For Legal Compliance
We may use your information as required to comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal proceedings.
4. Sharing Your Information
We may share your information in the following circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us with operations such as payment processing, data analysis, and customer support. These service providers only have access to the information necessary to perform their tasks and are bound by confidentiality agreements.
4.2 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your Personal Information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
4.3 Legal Obligations
We may disclose your Personal Information when required by law, such as in response to a subpoena, government request, or other legal processes.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. You acknowledge and accept that there are inherent risks in providing Personal Information online.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location and the applicable data protection laws, you may have the following rights:
6.1 Right to Access and Correct
You have the right to request access to and correction of your Personal Information. You can update your account details at any time through your account settings.
6.2 Right to Deletion
You can request the deletion of your Personal Information. Please note that certain information may be retained for legal or business purposes.
6.3 Right to Object
You have the right to object to the processing of your Personal Information for specific purposes, such as marketing communications.
6.4 Right to Data Portability
You may request a copy of your Personal Information in a machine-readable format to transfer it to another service provider, where applicable.
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the contact information provided below. We will respond to your request within the time frames required by applicable law.
7. International Data Transfers
Your Personal Information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including countries that may not offer the same level of data protection. In such cases, we ensure that appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, are in place to protect your information.
8. Data Retention
We will retain your Personal Information for as long as necessary to provide the Services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. Once the retention period expires, we will securely delete or anonymize your Personal Information.
9. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect Personal Information from children. If we become aware that we have collected Personal Information from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete such information. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with Personal Information, please contact us immediately.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting the updated Privacy Policy on our website. Your continued use of the Services after such changes signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
BlockScout, Inc.
7126 N 146th St.
Bennington, NE 68007
Email: info@blockscout.ai