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1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Mintter Inc. (“Mintter”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, and processes information in connection with the Seed Hypermedia software and related services.

Seed Hypermedia is open-source software designed to operate as a decentralized peer-to-peer network. The software allows users to run their own nodes and publish content independently. Because of this architecture, many interactions within the network occur directly between users and independently operated nodes.

This Privacy Policy applies only to information processed by Mintter when operating services related to Seed Hypermedia. It does not apply to nodes operated independently by users or third parties.

By using Mintter-operated services, you acknowledge and accept the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Decentralized Network Architecture

Seed Hypermedia is designed as a decentralized system composed of independently operated nodes.

When users operate their own nodes, Mintter does not have access to the data stored on those nodes and does not collect or process information generated by those systems.

Operators of independent nodes are responsible for their own privacy practices and policies.

This Privacy Policy therefore applies primarily to services directly operated by Mintter, including hosted nodes, infrastructure services, and websites operated by Mintter.

3. Information We May Collect

When users interact with Mintter-operated services, we may collect certain limited categories of information necessary to operate the service.

Account Information

If an account is created to access hosted services, we may collect information such as:

email address

account identifier or username

Service Usage Information

When you interact with Mintter-operated infrastructure, we may collect limited technical information such as:

IP address

device or browser information

timestamps of service requests

system diagnostics and error logs

This information helps us maintain the reliability and security of the service.

Content Hosted on Mintter Infrastructure

If you use Mintter-hosted services to operate a Seed Hypermedia node or site, the content stored on that infrastructure may be processed by our systems as part of providing the hosting service.

Users remain responsible for the content they publish.

4. Information We Do Not Collect

Because of the decentralized architecture of Seed Hypermedia, Mintter does not collect or control many types of information that centralized platforms typically process.

In particular:

Mintter does not access or collect data stored on independently operated nodes

Mintter does not control communications occurring directly between nodes

Mintter does not track user activity across the decentralized network

Information stored on independently operated nodes remains under the control of the operators of those nodes.

5. How We Use Information

Mintter processes information collected through its services for the following purposes:

operating and maintaining hosted services

ensuring the security and integrity of infrastructure

diagnosing technical issues and improving reliability

preventing abuse of the service

complying with applicable legal obligations

We do not sell personal data to third parties.

6. Data Retention

Mintter retains information only for as long as necessary to operate services and comply with legal obligations.

Operational logs and diagnostic data may be retained for limited periods in order to maintain system stability and investigate potential abuse.

Users may request deletion of account information where applicable.

7. Data Sharing

Mintter does not sell or rent personal data to third parties.

We may share limited information in the following circumstances:

with service providers who assist in operating infrastructure

when required by law, regulation, or legal process

when necessary to protect the security or integrity of the service

Any service providers used by Mintter are required to process information only for the purposes of providing services to Mintter.

8. Security

Mintter takes reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information processed through its infrastructure.

However, no system can guarantee complete security. Users should take appropriate measures to protect their own accounts, devices, and cryptographic keys.

In particular, users are responsible for safeguarding the private keys associated with their Seed Hypermedia identities.

9. International Data Processing

Mintter operates infrastructure that may be located in multiple jurisdictions. As a result, information processed by Mintter-operated services may be transferred to and processed in countries outside a user’s country of residence.

Where required by law, Mintter implements appropriate safeguards for such transfers.

10. User Rights

Depending on applicable law, users may have rights relating to their personal information, including the right to:

request access to information we hold about them

request correction of inaccurate information

request deletion of certain personal data

Requests relating to personal information may be submitted using the contact information below.

11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

Mintter may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or the operation of Seed Hypermedia services.

The updated version will be published with a revised “Last updated” date.

12. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or about how information is processed in connection with Seed Hypermedia, you may contact:

Mintter Inc.
team@mintter.com