# Privacy Notice Last Updated: October 10, 2025 Version: 1.0 1. ## This Privacy Notice Please carefully read this Privacy Notice as it provides you with information about your personal data being processed in connection with your access to the Website. This Privacy Notice explains which types of personal data we hold on you, how we collect and process such data, how long we keep it, and so on. We handle your data in line with this Privacy Notice and strive to comply with applicable data protection laws. 2. ## Interpretation Unless otherwise provided in this Privacy Notice, capitalised terms used in this Privacy Notice have the meaning determined in the uMerge DAO Terms of Service (the “Terms”). You should read the Terms carefully as they affect your obligations and legal rights. In this Privacy Notice, “personal data” and “personal information” are synonyms. They refer to any information that identifies or can reasonably identify you, either directly or indirectly. 3. ## Contact Details We, Units Network Limited, a company established under the laws of the British Virgin Islands, are the data controller for the data collected under this Privacy Notice, meaning we determine how and why your data is processed. If you have any questions about this Privacy Notice or your data processing, please contact us at: . 4. ## Type of Data The categories of personal data collected depend on how you interact with us, use the Website, and the requirements of the applicable laws. We collect and process the following types of personal data: ### a. Website Usage Data This may include Internet protocol (IP) address, device details, operating system and browser information, data regarding your interactions with the Website, and other data collected automatically via cookies or similar technologies. ### b. Analytical Data When you access and use the Website, certain data may be collected automatically via Google Analytics. This includes data collected automatically via cookies or similar technologies. This may include the following information: IP address, device details, operating system, browser information, and data regarding your interactions with the Website, such as when you clicked a button or made an input. More information regarding Google Analytics is available [here](https://marketingplatform.google.com/about/analytics/). ### c. Contact Data This may include name, contact details (such as Telegram and Discord account handles), social media (such as X (Twitter), Telegram channel), and other data, depending on what information you provide to us. Please do not provide personal data unless it is reasonably necessary or requested by us. Note that we may also collect certain other information, which may be required under the applicable laws. ### d. Communication Channels Data When accessing or participating in our Communication Channels (e.g., X (Twitter), Telegram), you may provide personal data such as nicknames, names, photos, messages, comments, and other shared information. Additionally, the operators of the Communication Channels may automatically generate certain anonymised statistical and analytical data regarding the use of the Communication Channels. Under applicable laws, we may act as a data controller or joint controller of this data. If we are deemed a joint controller, you may exercise your data protection rights with both us and the respective Communication Channel. However, we can only assist with processing operations explicitly covered in this Privacy Notice. 5. ## Data Use The personal data is processed as follows: ### a. Website Usage Data We use the Website Usage Data (i) to operate the Website, improve its functionality and user interface; (ii) to analyse your interactions with the Website; (iii) to prevent and detect fraud or abuse; and (iv) to safeguard the security of the Website and its users. The lawful basis for data processing under item (i) is the performance of a contract. The lawful basis for other data processing is our legitimate interest to achieve such purposes. ### b. Analytical Data To analyse your interactions with the Website. The lawful basis for such data processing is your consent or our legitimate interest to analyse your interactions with the Website. ### c. Contact Data To respond to your inquiry and, where applicable, discuss and perform potential collaboration requests. The lawful basis for such data processing is our legitimate interest to respond to your inquiry, and, where relevant, taking steps to enter into a contract upon your request or the performance of such a contract. ### d. Communication Channels Data We use the Communication Channels Data (i) to communicate with visitors, participants, and subscribers; (ii) to handle requests and inquiries received via Communication Channels; and (iii) to gather statistical insights on audience reach and engagement. The lawful basis for such data processing is our legitimate interest in achieving the stated purposes. If you intend to enter into a contract with us, the processing is also based on the necessity to take steps to enter into a contract upon your request or the performance of such a contract. However, beyond the data processing outlined in this Privacy Notice, we have no control over how Communication Channels handle your personal data in connection with your use of their services. 6. ## Processing Period As a general rule, your personal data is kept as long as it is necessary for the purposes it was collected. It may be retained longer if required to meet our legal obligations, in relation to legal proceedings, or to protect our rights and legitimate interests or those of third parties. The storage periods are as follows: ### a. Website Usage Data Website Usage Data, such as (IP) address, device details, operating system and browser information, is typically stored during the active user session or shortly after it ends. We do not set a retention period for the Website Usage Data that does not allow us to identify any individual. If and to the extent we become able to identify any specific individual, we will update this Privacy Notice and set a specific processing period for this Website Usage Data. ### b. Analytical Data We do not set a specific storage limitation period for analytical data, as it does not allow us to identify any individual. If we are ever able to identify a person based on analytical data, we will implement an appropriate storage limitation period. ### c. Contact Data For six (6) years from the last date when you contacted us regarding the same matter. ### d. Communication Channels Data We do not set retention periods for statistical and analytical data, as it does not allow for the identification of any individual. Any other data is stored as long as they are not deleted by either you or the respective operator of the Communication Channel. 7. ## Data Sharing ### a. General We do not sell or rent out your data. We may share it in line with this Privacy Notice, applicable laws, the Terms, or with your consent. Appropriate measures will be taken to protect your data during such transfers. ### b. Recipients Given the purposes outlined above, your personal information is shared with the following categories of recipients: (i) Affiliates; (ii) support and technical teams; (iii) hosting service providers; (iv) government authorities, upon their request or if necessary to comply with our legal obligations; (v) another entity if we sell or otherwise transfer the Website or its parts; (vi) analytical service providers; and (vii) other third-party solutions, which may be from time to time integrated in relation to the Website. 8. ## Automated Decision-Making Automated decision-making is the process of making a decision by automated means without any human influence on the outcomes. We do not make any automated decisions based on your personal data. If we intend to process your personal data by any automated means, we will do our best to inform you about the same prior to such processing. 9. ## Data Subject Rights ### a. Verification In case you wish to exercise your data subject rights, we may request certain information from you to verify your identity and confirm that you are entitled to exercise such rights. ### b. Data Subject Rights. According to the applicable legislation, you may have the following rights: #### i. Right to Access You can request to see if we process your personal data. If we do, you can ask for details about the processing and a copy of the data to verify its accuracy and legality. #### ii. Right to Correction You can request to correct or complete any incomplete or inaccurate data. We may need to verify the accuracy of the new information you provide. #### iii. Right to Deletion You can request the deletion of your personal data if we no longer need it, you have successfully objected to processing, we processed it unlawfully, or we must erase it to comply with the law. We may not always be able to fulfil your request due to legal or technical reasons, which will be explained in our response. #### iv. Right to Objection You can object to the processing of your data if it does not comply with applicable laws. We may, however, show that we have compelling legitimate grounds for processing that override your rights. #### v. Right to Restrict Processing You can ask us to suspend processing your data if: (i) you need to verify its accuracy, (ii) it is used unlawfully, but you do not want it deleted, (iii) you need it to establish, exercise, or defend legal claims, or (iv) you have objected to its use, and we need to verify if we have overriding grounds. #### vi. Right to Data Portability You can request your personal data be transferred to you or a third party in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format. This right applies only to automated data processed based on your consent or performance of contract. #### vii. Right to Withdraw Consent You can withdraw your consent at any time if we are processing your data based on your consent. #### viii. Right to Human Review You can request a human review of decisions made solely based on automated processing, including profiling, if such decisions impact your rights. #### ix. Right to File a Complaint You can file a complaint with a supervisory authority if we violate your rights or legal obligations. The competent authority may depend on your location. 10. ## Third-Party Links The Website may include links and social media plugins to third-party websites and applications. Clicking on them may allow third parties to collect or share your data. We do not control or endorse these third parties and are not responsible for their privacy practices. You should review the privacy policies of any external websites or apps you visit. 11. ## Personal Data of Children The Website is not intended for children under 18 years (or older if local laws set a higher age). We do not knowingly collect or use personal data from children. If we learn that a child has provided us with personal information, it will be promptly deleted. Parents or guardians who believe their child’s data has been collected should contact us. 12. ## Modifications and Updates This Privacy Notice is under regular review, and may be updated at any time. If any changes to this document are made, we will change the “Last Updated” date and version number at the top of this Privacy Notice. Please review this Privacy Notice to check for the updates. \
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