Calyx collects only the information necessary to operate the protocol, fulfill legal and compliance obligations, and protect the integrity of BUDS (Blockchain Units of Derived Signal). This Privacy Policy and Terms of Use explain what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you.
When you register, we may collect your name, email address, organization details, verifier accreditation records, and credentials.
For verifiers, we collect details of submitted verifications, including entity identifiers, metrics, supporting evidence, and timestamps.
We may automatically collect IP addresses, device identifiers, browser type, system logs, and interaction data with the Calyx website, APIs, and dashboards.
Verification events, BUDS issuance, and propagation events are anchored immutably on blockchain networks. These records may include cryptographic hashes, wallet addresses, and transaction metadata.
For regulatory purposes, we may collect and process KYC/AML information, including government-issued IDs, corporate registrations, and sanction screening results.
If you contact Calyx, we may retain your communications (email, support requests, submissions) for record-keeping, training, and compliance.
Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to monitor traffic, usage, and performance. You can control cookie preferences via your browser settings.
To register accounts, enable verifier accreditation, issue BUDS, and provide access to dashboards and protocol functions.
To authenticate verifiers, prevent fraud, validate verifications, and ensure issuance is accurate and tamper-resistant.
To satisfy legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations, including KYC/AML checks and lawful requests.
To monitor, detect, and prevent unauthorized access or malicious activity.
To respond to inquiries, notify you of changes, or provide protocol updates.
To investigate and enforce compliance with these Terms of Use.
Shared for confirming facts, minting BUDS, and maintaining records.
Certain events are recorded immutably on blockchain and cannot be altered or deleted.
Contractors, cloud providers, and partners under confidentiality agreements.
Disclosure where required by regulators, courts, or law enforcement.
Data may transfer in case of merger or restructuring.
Shared when necessary to prevent fraud or safeguard users.
May be shared for research or benchmarking without identifying individuals.
Encryption, access controls, audit logs, and regular reviews.
Immutable records on blockchain cannot be deleted.
Verifiers must secure their own credentials and devices.
Data transmission carries inherent risks.
Calyx disclaims liability for failures of third-party infrastructure.
We will investigate and comply with notification requirements in case of a breach.
If you are located in the EU, EEA, or similar jurisdictions, you may have rights under applicable data protection laws:
Request confirmation of whether we process your data and obtain a copy.
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Request deletion, except immutable blockchain records.
Request processing restriction under certain circumstances.
Receive data in a structured format and transfer it elsewhere.
Object to processing, including for analytics or communication.
Withdraw consent at any time.
Your data may be transferred and processed internationally.
SCCs or safeguards may be applied where required by law.
Immutable blockchain records are globally accessible.
You are responsible for compliance with local laws when using Calyx.
Calyx disclaims responsibility for conflicts between immutable protocol operations and local laws.
Calyx may update or replace this policy at any time.
Updates become effective immediately once posted.
Calyx may notify but is not required to.
Updates may apply to all past and future data.
If any part is invalid, the rest remains enforceable.
If you have questions, requests, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or the handling of your information, you may contact Calyx at:
Email: privacy@calyxprotocol.com
Address: Regus Helsinki, Mannerheimintie 12B, 00100 Helsinki, Finland
Attention: Data Protection Officer