Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 2, 2026

1. Introduction

Othello ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our non-custodial cryptocurrency payment processing platform ("Service").

By using our Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with our policies, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information: We may collect personally identifiable information such as your name, email address, and business details when you register for an account via Google OAuth.

Financial Information: We collect information related to your transactions, including wallet addresses, transaction history, deposit addresses, and sweep configurations. As a non-custodial service, we do not hold or control your private keys or funds.

Technical Information: We automatically collect certain information when you visit our platform, including IP address, browser type, device information, and usage data through cookies and similar technologies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
  • Process and monitor deposit and sweep transactions
  • Generate deposit addresses and manage factory contracts
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements
  • Detect and prevent fraud and unauthorized activities
  • Communicate with you about updates, security alerts, and support
  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Legal Compliance: When required by law or to respond to legal process
  • Service Providers: With third-party vendors who assist in providing our Service (e.g., blockchain infrastructure providers)
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • With Your Consent: When you have given us permission to share your information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Blockchain Data

Please note that blockchain transactions are publicly visible by nature. Wallet addresses, transaction amounts, and other on-chain data are recorded on public blockchains and cannot be deleted or modified by us. This is inherent to blockchain technology and not a result of our data practices.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Secure storage of API key hashes (SHA-256)
  • HMAC-SHA256 authentication for API consumers
  • Access controls and authentication mechanisms
  • Regular security assessments

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Transaction records may be retained as required by applicable financial regulations.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

  • Access: Request access to your personal information
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to certain processing of your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@othello.money.

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Service.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this 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. Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@othello.money.