Privacy Policy

Last updated: April 20, 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to PolyNet ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information in relation to our satellite ground station network.

By using PolyNet, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Ground Station Data: Location data, radio signal information, and technical specifications of your ground station.
  • Satellite Data: Captured radio packets, telemetry, and other data received from satellites.
  • Usage Data: Information on how you interact with our platform, including IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited.
  • Account Information: If you create an account, we may collect your name, email address, and authentication details.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for various purposes:

  • To operate and maintain the PolyNet network.
  • To provide, improve, and develop our services.
  • To create aggregated statistical data and other aggregated or de-identified information.
  • To comply with legal obligations.
  • To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property, and/or that of our users or others.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information with:

  • The PolyNet Community: Some data, like station locations and captured satellite data, may be shared with other users to create a collaborative network.
  • Service Providers: We may employ third-party companies to facilitate our service, provide the service on our behalf, or perform service-related activities.
  • Research Partners: We may share anonymized data with academic and research institutions for scientific purposes.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.

5. Data Security

The security of your data is important to us but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, but we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Your Data Rights

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

  • The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
  • The right to request correction or deletion of your personal data.
  • The right to object to or restrict processing of your personal data.
  • The right to data portability.

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

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@polynetproject.org

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