PRIVACY POLICY
Last Updated: 5 March 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to The Canister ("we," "us," or "our"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information when you:
• Visit our website (the “Site”);
• Engage with our social media channels, including but not limited to X (Twitter), Telegram, Discord, YouTube, and other platforms;
• Subscribe to our newsletters, emails, or other digital communications;
• Make donations or payments using cryptocurrency;
• Interact with any other online services operated by The Canister.
By using our Services, you consent to the collection and use of your personal information as described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, you must discontinue use of our Services immediately.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Information You Provide Directly
When you use our Services, you may provide personal information such as:
• Contact details, including your name and email address when subscribing to our newsletters or contacting us.
• User-generated content, such as comments, posts, or messages on our website or social media platforms.
• Cryptocurrency wallet addresses, if you make donations or payments using digital assets.
Information We Collect Automatically
When you visit our Site or interact with our Services, we automatically collect certain data, including:
• Device and browser information, such as IP address, browser type, and operating system.
• Usage data, including pages visited, time spent on the Site, and interaction patterns.
• Cookies and tracking technologies, which help us analyze user behavior and improve functionality (see Section 6 for details).
Information from Third Parties
We may receive data from third-party services such as social media platforms and analytics providers. This includes information you publicly share on your social profiles or allow these platforms to share with us.
3. How We Use Your Information
We process your personal data for the following purposes:
• To provide, maintain, and improve our Services.
• To process cryptocurrency donations or payments and maintain financial records.
• To send newsletters, updates, and promotional content with your consent.
• To analyze user behavior and trends to enhance our content.
• To respond to inquiries, customer support requests, or technical issues.
• To prevent fraud, security threats, or other malicious activities.
• To comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements.
If you provide a cryptocurrency wallet address, it will be used only for the intended transaction purposes and will not be shared or used for tracking beyond what is necessary for compliance with applicable financial laws.
You can opt out of marketing emails at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in our emails.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or trade your personal information. However, we may share your data in the following situations:
Third-Party Service Providers
We work with third-party vendors who assist in:
• Website hosting and analytics.
• Email marketing services.
• Payment processing and financial transactions, including cryptocurrency transactions.
These third parties only have access to your data for the specific services they provide on our behalf.
Legal Compliance and Security
We may disclose personal information if required to do so by law, in response to legal processes such as subpoenas, or to protect the rights, security, and property of The Canister and its users.
Business Transfers
If The Canister undergoes a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, your personal data (including cryptocurrency transaction history) may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. International Data Transfers
Your data may be stored and processed in countries outside your residence. If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), we take appropriate measures to ensure your personal data is handled securely and in compliance with GDPR and other applicable laws.
6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and analyze website traffic.
Types of Cookies We Use
• Essential cookies, necessary for the website’s functionality.
• Analytics cookies, used to track user behavior and improve performance.
• Marketing cookies, used for targeted advertising and personalized content.
Managing Cookies
You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may limit certain functionalities of our Site.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Cryptocurrency transaction records may be retained for legal compliance, including tax and financial regulations. Once data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.
8. Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal data, including encryption protocols, access controls, and regular security audits. However, no system is entirely secure, and we encourage users to exercise caution when sharing personal information online.
9. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data. These rights may include:
• The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
• The right to correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.
• The right to request deletion of your personal information ("right to be forgotten").
• The right to restrict processing under certain circumstances.
• The right to object to data processing based on legitimate interests.
• The right to data portability, allowing you to receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
To exercise your rights, contact us at thecanister@protonmail.com. We may request additional information to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.
10. Third-Party Links
The Canister’s website and Services may contain links to external websites or third-party services. We are not responsible for their privacy policies, content, or practices. Users should review the privacy policies of any third-party sites before providing personal information.
11. Children’s Privacy
Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we discover that a minor has provided us with personal information, we will take immediate steps to delete it.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. If we make significant changes, we will notify users through email or a notice on our website. The latest version of this Privacy Policy will always be available on our website, with an updated revision date.
By continuing to use our Services after updates are posted, you agree to the revised Privacy Policy.
13. Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact us at:
Email: thecanister@protonmail.com
14. Governing Law
This Privacy Policy is governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of Switzerland. Any disputes arising under this policy shall be resolved in the competent courts of Switzerland.