Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 8, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how HiveStørm ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you visit our website or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide:

• Contact information (email address, name) when you reach out to us
• Wallet addresses when you interact with our smart contracts
• Any other information you voluntarily provide through our website or services

Automatically Collected Information:

• Browser type, device type, and operating system
• IP address and general location data
• Website usage data, including pages visited and time spent
• Referral source and navigation patterns

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide, maintain, and improve our website and services
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Send important updates about our platform and token
• Analyze website usage and optimize user experience
• Detect and prevent fraud, security issues, or technical problems
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience:

• Necessary Cookies: Essential for website functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing Cookies: Track advertising campaign effectiveness

You can manage your cookie preferences through the Cookie Preferences option in our website footer.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate our website (e.g., analytics, hosting)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

5. Blockchain Transparency

Transactions involving the STORM token are recorded on the Ethereum blockchain, which is publicly accessible and permanent. This includes:

• Wallet addresses involved in transactions
• Transaction amounts and timestamps
• Smart contract interactions

Once recorded on the blockchain, this information cannot be modified or deleted.

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and monitoring
• Restricted access to personal information
• Secure server infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only as long as necessary to:

• Provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy
• Comply with legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations
• Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal obligations)
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
• Portability: Request transfer of your information to another service
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for processing based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable laws.

10. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

HiveStørm
Apeirogon Holdings Corporation
2300 Olympia Drive
Flower Mound, Texas 75027, USA

Website: https://www.hivestorm.io
Email: [email protected]