Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 8, 2026

Last Updated: January 8, 2026

1. Introduction

INTcoin Core Development Team ("we," "our," "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you visit our website https://international-coin.org (the "Website").

Data Controller: INTcoin Core Development Team
Contact: privacy@international-coin.org

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect minimal information that you voluntarily provide:

Email address - Only if you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us
Contact form data - Name, email, message (if you contact us)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect:

Server logs - IP address (anonymized), browser type, access times, pages viewed
localStorage data - Theme preference (stored locally on your device, not sent to our servers)

2.3 Cookies

We do not use cookies. We use localStorage instead, which is stored locally on your device and never transmitted to our servers.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information only for:

Website operation - Serving pages, maintaining security
Communication - Responding to your inquiries
Security - Detecting and preventing abuse, attacks, or unauthorized access

We do NOT:

Track your browsing behavior
Use analytics or advertising cookies
Share your data with third parties (except as required by law)
Profile or target you with advertising

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR Article 6)

We process personal data based on:

Consent - When you voluntarily provide information
Legitimate interests - Website security and operation
Legal obligation - Compliance with applicable laws

5. Data Retention

Server logs: 30 days (anonymized)
Contact form data: Until resolved, then deleted
Newsletter subscriptions: Until you unsubscribe

6. Your Rights (GDPR Articles 15-22)

Under the GDPR, you have the right to:

Access - Request a copy of your personal data
Rectification - Correct inaccurate data
Erasure - Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
Restriction - Limit how we use your data
Portability - Receive your data in a machine-readable format
Object - Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Withdraw consent - At any time, without affecting prior processing

To exercise these rights, contact: privacy@international-coin.org

7. Third-Party Services

We do not use third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services.

The Website is hosted on servers that may be located in various jurisdictions. Our hosting provider processes data on our behalf under a Data Processing Agreement.

8. International Transfers

If you access our Website from outside the jurisdiction where our servers are located, your information may be transferred internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place.

9. Security

We implement security measures including:

HTTPS encryption (TLS 1.2+)
Security headers (HSTS, CSP, X-Frame-Options)
Regular security updates
Access controls and monitoring

10. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, contact us immediately.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy. Changes will be posted on this page with the "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be announced prominently.

12. Contact & Complaints

Privacy Contact: privacy@international-coin.org

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not complied with data protection laws.

13. Blockchain Data

Important: INTcoin is a public blockchain. All transactions are permanently recorded and publicly visible. Your on-chain activity (addresses, transaction amounts, timestamps) is not covered by this Privacy Policy as it is public blockchain data outside our control.