Privacy Policy Review — Stake
Stake uses a privacy model based on transparency, data protection, and regulatory compliance. The policy describes the procedure for collecting, processing, storing, and transferring personal information within the platform ecosystem. The structure complies with international standards and takes into account the specifics of US legislation, including consumer rights and responsible data handling practices.
Categories of Information Collected
Here are some of the main types of data:
- Account information: name, date of birth, email address, phone number, and residential address provided during registration.
- Identity verification data: government documents and supporting materials for compliance procedures.
- Financial information: transaction history, payment method details, records of deposits and withdrawals.
- Technical and behavioral data: IP address, device identifiers, browser type, operating system, session logs, and activity analytics.
- Communications: correspondence with customer support and messages via platform channels.
Purpose of Data Processing
Personal information is used for the following purposes:
- creating and managing accounts
- processing payments and monitoring transactions
- complying with regulatory requirements, including AML controls
- managing risk and detecting fraud
- personalizing services and improving efficiency
- providing user support and resolving disputes
- marketing communications, subject to consent or legal grounds
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies and similar tracking tools are used to improve functionality and measure performance. These technologies support:
- Session management and authentication
- Security monitoring
- User preference storage
- Analytics and traffic analysis
- Marketing effectiveness evaluation
Data Sharing and Third Parties
User information shall not be sold or exchanged for commercial purposes.Information may be shared with a limited group of partners:
- Payment processors and financial institutions
- Identity verification providers
- Analytics and technology vendors
- Customer support infrastructure providers
- Regulatory authorities when legally required
Data Security Measures
To protect your privacy, Stake uses modern security standards:
- Encryption: The use of SSL protocols ensures data protection during transmission between the user’s device and the server.
- Access restriction: Only a small group of employees who have undergone appropriate training and adhere to strict reporting procedures have access to personal information.
- Storage period: Information is stored for as long as required for processing purposes or by applicable law. After an account is deleted, some data may be stored in an archive for regulatory reporting purposes.
Data Retention
Retention periods are defined according to legal requirements, regulatory obligations, and operational necessity. Information may be stored longer when required for dispute resolution, compliance audits, or fraud investigations.
Inactive accounts and obsolete data are subject to periodic review and deletion procedures.
User Rights
User rights include:
- Access to collected personal data
- Request for deletion or correction
- Information about categories of data shared
- Opt-out of certain data uses where applicable
Policy Updates
The policy may be revised periodically to reflect regulatory developments, operational changes, or technology updates. Updated versions typically include an effective date and may be communicated through platform notifications or account communications.