Privacy Policy

1. About ProofLocker

ProofLocker is an independent platform that enables users to lock timestamped claims to a public blockchain ledger. ProofLocker operates as a proof-of-concept demonstration and educational tool.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 User-Provided Information

• Claim Content: Text, metadata, and timestamps of predictions/claims you submit
• Anonymous Identifiers: Browser-generated anonymous IDs stored locally
• Optional Account Data: Email address or authentication tokens if you choose to claim ownership
• Evidence & Resolutions: Supporting documentation, URLs, and resolution notes you provide
• OSINT Signals: If linked, publicly-sourced intelligence data and references

2.2 Automatically Collected Data

• Usage Analytics: Page views, feature interactions, navigation patterns, session duration
• Technical Information: IP address, browser type/version, device type, operating system, screen resolution
• Performance Metrics: API response times, error logs, system diagnostics
• Cookies & Local Storage: Session tokens, user preferences, cached data

2.3 Blockchain-Recorded Data

3. How We Use Your Information

We process collected data for the following purposes:

4. Information Sharing & Disclosure

4.1 Public Blockchain Disclosure

All blockchain-submitted claims are publicly accessible on the Constellation Network. Anyone can query, view, and verify this data using blockchain explorers or direct API access. This includes the claim text, timestamp, hash, and transaction metadata.

4.2 Third-Party Service Providers

We may share data with service providers who assist in:

• Cloud hosting and infrastructure (servers, databases)
• Blockchain transaction processing (Constellation Network Digital Evidence API)
• Analytics and monitoring (usage statistics, error tracking)
• Authentication services (if using email verification)
• OSINT data aggregation (Twitter/X API, public intelligence sources)

4.3 Legal Requirements & Protection

We may disclose information when required by law, court order, subpoena, or governmental request, or when necessary to protect our rights, property, safety, or that of our users or the public.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or asset sale, user data may be transferred to the successor entity. You will be notified of any such change via this page.

4.5 Aggregated & Anonymized Data

We may share aggregated, de-identified, or anonymized data that cannot reasonably identify individuals for research, analytics, or promotional purposes.

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

ProofLocker uses cookies, local storage, and similar technologies to enhance functionality and gather analytics:

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling them may impair platform functionality. Clearing local storage will reset your anonymous ID and preferences.

6. Data Retention & Deletion

7. Data Security

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

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure database access controls and authentication
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Hashed and salted password storage (if applicable)
• Rate limiting and DDoS protection

⚠️ Disclaimer: No method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any authentication credentials.

8. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., GDPR, CCPA), you may have the following rights:

To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@prooflocker.io. Note that blockchain data is technically impossible to delete due to distributed ledger technology.

9. Children's Privacy

ProofLocker is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately at contact@prooflocker.io and we will take prompt steps to delete such data from our systems (excluding immutable blockchain records).

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries outside your jurisdiction, including countries that may have different data protection laws. By using ProofLocker, you consent to such transfers. Blockchain data is inherently distributed across global nodes and cannot be restricted to specific jurisdictions.

11. Third-Party Links & Services

ProofLocker may contain links to external websites, blockchain explorers, social media platforms, and third-party services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
• Right to request deletion of personal information (excluding blockchain data)
• Right to opt-out of the "sale" of personal information (we do not sell data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising CCPA rights

To exercise CCPA rights, email contact@prooflocker.io with "CCPA Request" in the subject line.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to this page with an updated "Effective Date" at the top. Material changes may be announced via the platform interface or email (if provided). Your continued use of ProofLocker after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this page periodically.