Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 24, 2024

Introduction

Seismic (also referred to as “Seismic DAO,” “we,” “our,” “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, www.goseismic.org, or use our services, including but not limited to:

The Seismic Community platform
The Seismic Launchpad program
Seismic Labs research and resources
Access to our books, papers, and educational materials
Participation in the Seismic Fund or DAO governance

Information We Collect

Personal Information

When you sign up for our community, register for the Seismic Launchpad, submit a pilot proposal, request access to resources, or engage with our services, we collect information such as:

Your name
Email address
Phone number (if provided)
Professional background or role (if provided)
Any other details you voluntarily provide

Usage Data

We automatically collect information about your interactions with our website, including:

Your IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
Pages visited and time spent on pages
Referring website addresses
Usage patterns and preferences

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

Enhance user experience
Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
Manage our services and promotional efforts
Remember your preferences and settings

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of our website.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and manage access to our platform, services, and resources
Communicate with you about updates, offers, relevant information, and community events
Process applications for the Seismic Launchpad, pilot proposals, and Fund participation
Improve our website and personalize your user experience
Ensure security and prevent fraudulent activities
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
Support research and development of the ConsciOS framework and related tools

Data Sharing

We do not sell your personal data. However, we may share your information:

With trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or serving our users (e.g., hosting, analytics, email services), provided they agree to keep this information confidential
As required by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., court orders, subpoenas)
To protect our rights and the safety of our users, or to investigate potential violations of our terms of service
With your consent or at your direction

Data Retention

We retain your information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law or to resolve disputes. When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service provider
Objection: Object to certain processing of your personal data
Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@goseismic.org. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.

International Data Transfers

If you are located outside the jurisdiction where our services are provided, please note that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in a different country. By using our services, you consent to such transfers. We will take appropriate measures to ensure your data is protected in accordance with this privacy policy.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately at privacy@goseismic.org.

Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We encourage you to review this page regularly for any changes. The “Effective Date” at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated.

Material changes will be communicated through:

A prominent notice on our website
Email notification (if you have provided your email address)
Other methods as appropriate

Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@goseismic.org

Website: www.goseismic.org

Additional Information for DAO Participants

If you participate in Seismic DAO governance or token-related activities, additional data collection and usage may apply as governed by:

The Seismic DAO governance documents
Smart contract terms and conditions
Blockchain transaction records (which are public by nature)

For questions specific to DAO participation, please contact us at privacy@goseismic.org.