1. Introduction

Welcome to DeFi Runners (“we,” “our,” or “us”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling your data in an open and transparent manner.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you register for our course, we collect:

• Email address
• Name
• Ethereum wallet address (optional, for crypto cashback)
• Payment information (processed securely by third-party providers)

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect:

• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• IP address (anonymized)
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

3.1 What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help us provide and improve our services.

3.2 Types of Cookies We Use

3.3 Google Consent Mode v2

We implement Google Consent Mode v2, which adjusts how Google tags behave based on your consent choices:

• ad_storage: Enables storage of advertising cookies
• ad_user_data: Allows sharing user data for advertising
• ad_personalization: Enables personalized advertising
• analytics_storage: Enables storage of analytics cookies

3.4 Your Cookie Choices

You have three options for managing cookies on our site:

• Accept All: All cookies enabled for full functionality
• Necessary Only: Only analytics cookies (no advertising)
• Decline All: No optional cookies (basic functionality only)

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide access to course materials
• Process payments and issue refunds
• Distribute crypto cashback rewards
• Send course updates and announcements
• Improve our website and services
• Comply with legal obligations
• Prevent fraud and abuse

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

5.1 Service Providers

We share data with trusted service providers:

• Google Analytics & Ads: Website analytics and advertising
• Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
• Hosting Providers: Website hosting and content delivery

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation.

5.3 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We never sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
• Secure data storage with access controls
• Regular security audits and updates
• Employee training on data protection

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you're in the European Economic Area (EEA), 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 process your data
• Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
• Object: Object to processing of your data
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@defirunners.org

8. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as necessary to:

• Provide course access (lifetime access packages)
• Comply with legal obligations (typically 7 years for financial records)
• Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EEA. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• EU Standard Contractual Clauses
• Data Processing Agreements with service providers
• Compliance with applicable data protection laws

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or prominent notice on our website.

12. Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact us at:

• Email: privacy@defirunners.org
• Website: https://defirunners.org

13. Cookie Management

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser's local storage and refreshing the page to see the consent banner again.

Alternatively, you can manage cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome
• Firefox
• Safari
• Edge