Stakit Cookies & Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 4/11/2025

PLEASE READ THIS COOKIES & PRIVACY POLICY CAREFULLY. BY ACCESSING OR USING THE PLATFORM, YOU CONSENT TO THE USE OF COOKIES AND AGREE TO OUR DATA COLLECTION AND PROTECTION PRACTICES.

1. Cookies Overview

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when visiting our platform. These files allow us to recognize users, deliver essential features, personalize the user experience, and optimize performance.

2. Types of Cookies Used

• a. Essential Cookies: Used to support core functionality, including secure login sessions and account authentication. Disabling these may impair your ability to use the platform.

• b. Functional Cookies: Store user preferences like language or display settings to enhance usability across devices.

• c. Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymized data for performance analysis and platform improvement. We use tools such as Google Analytics for this purpose.

3. Purpose of Cookies

Cookies help us:

• Maintain secure and authenticated sessions.

• Optimize content based on your device and behavior.

• Monitor performance and user interaction for future improvements.

• Deliver a consistent and personalized user experience.

4. Managing Cookie Preferences

You may manage cookies through:

• Cookie Banner Controls: Accept all cookies or set individual preferences upon first visit.

• Browser Settings: Disable or delete cookies manually via browser options.

• Opt-Out Tools: Use Google's Opt-Out Browser Add-On for analytics exclusion.

5. Cookie Retention Periods

• Session Cookies: Last for the browser session duration only.

• OAuth Cookies: Retained for up to 30 seconds to complete authentication.

• Analytics Cookies: Retained up to 24 months depending on third-party settings.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies may be deployed through integrations with:

• Google Analytics – For anonymized usage tracking.

• The email authenticator service we use.

All third-party cookies are subject to their respective privacy policies.

7. Data Collection

Stakit collects the minimum data required to operate and improve our services. This includes:

• Encrypted IP (SHA-256 hashed)

• Device type and screen resolution

• Clickstream behavior and session activity

• Email, wallet address

• Twitter ID and Discord ID (if connected)

• Digital wallet signature

• Referral volume performance metrics

8. Purpose of Data Use

Your data is used to:

• Secure the platform and detect fraud

• Process blockchain interactions

• Analyze performance and engagement

• Verify the Authenticity of the user (no bots!) and manage rewards

• Enable social and referral integrations

9. User Rights

In accordance with UAE PDPL and GDPR, users have the right to:

• Access their data

• Request correction or deletion

• Restrict processing or object to use

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Request data portability

• File complaints with data protection authorities

To exercise any of these rights, email us at cto@stakit.com.

10. Retention Periods

Inactive accounts are retained for 6 years after 24 months of inactivity.

11. Data Security Measures

• Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit and at rest.

• Audits: Regular security audits by third-party experts.

• Access Controls: Limited access to sensitive systems and data.

• Real-Time Monitoring: Active threat detection and response systems.

12. Cross-Border Data Transfers

Where applicable, user data may be stored or processed in jurisdictions outside the UAE. All transfers follow strict compliance frameworks, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) where required.

13. Minors' Privacy

Stakit is not intended for individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If such data is identified, it will be deleted immediately.

14. Contact Information

For all data or privacy-related inquiries, contact:

• Email: hrd@stakit.com

We are committed to addressing your requests in accordance with all applicable privacy laws and ensuring transparency across all platform operations.