Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 4th, 2025
IBVM Pty Ltd, an Australian company registered and operating from Sydney, Australia (referred to herein as “IBVM”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), values your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data we collect through our website at https://www.ibvm.io (“Website”).
This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data in accordance with applicable laws, including the Australian Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
1. Definitions
Personal Data: Information that identifies or can be reasonably used to identify a natural person (e.g., name, email, wallet address).
Processing: Any operation performed on Personal Data, including collection, use, storage, or disclosure.
Data Subject: The individual to whom the Personal Data relates.
Cookies: Small text files placed on your device to track usage and preferences.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Directly Provided Data
Name, email, phone number, and other contact information submitted via forms.
Wallet addresses used in conjunction with blockchain interactions.
Feedback, survey responses, and customer support communications.
2.2 Automatically Collected Data
IP address, browser/device data, referral source, and geolocation.
On-chain transaction metadata and wallet interactions.
Cookies and behavioral analytics (scrolling, clicks, time on page).
2.3 Third-Party Sources
Publicly available data (e.g., blockchain).
Social logins (Google, X, Discord) with your consent.
Partner integrations and marketing platforms.
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your data to:
Operate and secure our Website and services.
Communicate with you and provide support.
Improve user experience via analytics.
Meet legal and regulatory obligations (e.g., KYC/AML).
Prevent fraud and abuse of our systems.
4. Legal Basis (for EEA Residents)
Under GDPR, we rely on:
Consent (e.g., newsletter subscriptions).
Contractual necessity (e.g., account services).
Legal obligations (e.g., compliance reporting).
Legitimate interests (e.g., fraud prevention).
5. Cookies & Tracking
We use:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Analytics/Performance Cookies (e.g., Google Analytics)
Functionality Cookies
Advertising Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.
6. Disclosure of Personal Data
We may share data with:
Service providers (hosting, analytics, communication tools).
Regulatory or legal bodies when required.
Community and blockchain partners for service delivery.
Entities involved in mergers, acquisitions, or reorganizations.
We do not sell your Personal Data.
7. International Transfers
Data may be transferred outside Australia to countries that may not offer the same data protections. When doing so, we implement appropriate safeguards including:
Data Processing Agreements.
Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where applicable.
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
Access and correct your Personal Data.
Request deletion of your data (where lawful).
Withdraw consent for marketing or non-essential processing.
Lodge complaints with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) or relevant authority.
Contact us at: support@ibvm.io
9. California Residents (CCPA)
If you reside in California, you may:
Request disclosure of data collected or shared.
Request deletion of your data.
Opt-out of the sale (we don’t sell data).
10. Blockchain Considerations
Due to the immutable nature of blockchain technology:
Wallet addresses and transactions may be permanently public.
We cannot alter or delete on-chain data.
11. Data Retention
We retain your Personal Data as long as required for legal, business, or operational purposes. On-chain data may be permanently visible.
12. Security Measures
We use:
SSL/TLS encryption
Role-based access control
Regular audits and vulnerability scans
However, no method is 100% secure. You are responsible for securing your wallet keys and devices.
13. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If discovered, such data will be deleted promptly.
14. Third-Party Links
Our Website may link to third-party services or dApps. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Please review their privacy policies independently.
15. Changes to this Policy
We may update this policy periodically. Updates will be posted on this page with the latest revision date.
16. Contact Us
For privacy inquiries, contact:
Email: support@ibvm.io Website: https://www.ibvm.io
17. Automated Decision-Making
We do not currently use automated processing that significantly affects users. If this changes, we will notify you and provide opt-out options.
18. Job Applicants
If you apply through our Website, we may collect resumes, employment history, and contact details. This data is used solely for recruitment and retained per our HR policies.
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