Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Hoodie Academy ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our educational platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Wallet Information

When you connect your cryptocurrency wallet to our Platform, we collect:

• Your wallet address (public key)
• Transaction signatures for authentication
• Wallet type and connection status

2.2 Profile Information

You may choose to provide:

• Display name and username
• Profile picture (including NFT profile pictures)
• Bio and other profile details
• Social media connections (Twitter/X)

2.3 Usage Information

We automatically collect:

• Course progress and completion data
• Bounty submissions and completions
• XP and level progression
• Platform usage analytics
• Device and browser information

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

• Provide and maintain our educational services
• Authenticate your identity and secure your account
• Track your learning progress and achievements
• Process bounty rewards and XP distribution
• Improve our Platform and user experience
• Communicate with you about Platform updates
• Prevent fraud and ensure Platform security

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share information in the following circumstances:

• Public Information: Wallet addresses, usernames, and achievements may be publicly visible on leaderboards
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate the Platform
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or acquisition

5. Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

Important considerations for blockchain interactions:

• Blockchain transactions are public and immutable
• Your wallet address may be visible on public blockchains
• We cannot control or modify blockchain data
• Smart contract interactions are permanent

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Secure database and server infrastructure

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and update your profile information
• Disconnect your wallet from the Platform
• Request deletion of your account data
• Opt out of non-essential communications
• Control your privacy settings

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze Platform usage and performance
• Provide personalized content
• Ensure Platform security

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Platform may integrate with third-party services:

• Wallet providers (Phantom, MetaMask, etc.)
• Social media platforms (Twitter/X)
• Analytics and monitoring services
• Educational content providers

These services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

11. International Users

If you are accessing our Platform from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our official channels on the Platform.