Privacy Policy

Scope and Applicability

This Privacy Policy describes how Virtual Coin Directory ("ViCoDi," "we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects personal information in connection with the website vicodi.org and any related services, including coin and token listings, exchange comparisons, airdrop tracking, analytics, educational resources, and communications. This Policy applies to personal information collected from individuals in the United States of America and, where indicated, to individuals in other jurisdictions.

By accessing or using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this Privacy Policy.

Data Controller and Contact Information

Owner and Data Controller: George Alyfantis

Postal Address: 600 Commonwealth Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, United States

Email: [email protected]

Categories of Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account and profile information: name, username, email address, password, and any optional profile details.
• Submissions and listings: project name, descriptions, blockchain details, team/representative contacts you choose to provide, links, whitepapers, and related materials.
• Communications: inquiries, support requests, survey responses, newsletter sign-ups, and other correspondence.
• Transactional details: records of services purchased or subscribed to (we rely on third-party payment processors and do not store full payment card numbers or CVV).

Information Collected Automatically

• Device and usage data: IP address, browser type and settings, device identifiers, operating system, pages viewed, time spent, referring/exit pages, and clickstream data.
• Approximate location derived from IP address (e.g., city, state, country).
• Cookies, pixels, local storage, and similar technologies as described in the Cookies and Tracking Technologies section.

Information from Third Parties

• Analytics providers, advertising partners, and marketing platforms.
• Public sources related to listed projects and digital assets.
• Payment processors for payment confirmation and fraud prevention signals.

Sensitive Personal Information

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information (e.g., government IDs, precise geolocation, health or biometric data) and request that you do not submit such information to us.

California Personal Information Categories

In the past 12 months, we may have collected the following categories as defined by California law:

• Identifiers (e.g., name, email, IP address, online identifiers).
• Customer records (e.g., account credentials, limited billing-related details processed by our payment partners).
• Commercial information (e.g., records of services purchased or considered).
• Internet or other electronic network activity information (e.g., browsing, usage, interaction data).
• Geolocation (approximate, from IP).
• Inferences (e.g., interests based on site behavior) for personalization and analytics.

Purposes for Using Information

• Provide, operate, and maintain our directory, listings, analytics, and related services.
• Facilitate account creation, user authentication, and security.
• Process transactions and manage subscriptions via third-party payment processors.
• Respond to inquiries, provide support, and communicate important updates.
• Personalize content, improve user experience, and develop new features.
• Measure performance, conduct analytics, and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents.
• Comply with legal obligations, enforce terms, and protect our rights, users, and the public.
• Send marketing communications where permitted and with your consent where required; you may opt out at any time.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate our services, remember preferences, analyze traffic, and deliver or measure advertising.

Types of Cookies

• Strictly necessary: essential for login, security, and core functionality.
• Functional: remember preferences and enhance features.
• Analytics: measure usage and performance (e.g., page views, engagement).
• Advertising: deliver, personalize, and measure ads, and to limit frequency.

Your Choices

• Browser controls: you can block or delete cookies via your browser settings; doing so may impact functionality.
• Analytics/ads controls: some providers offer their own opt-out mechanisms at the provider level; you can also use platform settings on your device.
• Opt-out preference signals (e.g., Global Privacy Control): where required by law, we treat such signals as requests to opt out of sale/sharing or targeted advertising for the browser or device sending the signal.

Legal Bases for Processing (EEA/UK Visitors)

Where GDPR or UK GDPR applies, we process personal data based on:

• Contract: to provide requested services.
• Legitimate interests: to secure, improve, and market our services, and prevent fraud, provided these do not override your rights.
• Consent: for certain cookies, marketing communications, and similar activities; you may withdraw at any time.
• Legal obligations: to comply with applicable laws and regulatory requirements.

Disclosure of Information

We may disclose personal information to:

• Service providers and vendors who process data on our behalf for hosting, analytics, email delivery, customer support, security, and payment processing.
• Advertising and marketing partners for ad delivery and measurement, subject to your choices and applicable law.
• Other users or the public when you choose to make submissions, profiles, or project listings publicly visible.
• Authorities, regulators, or other parties when required by law, legal process, or to protect rights, property, and safety.
• Successors or affiliates in connection with a business transaction (e.g., merger, acquisition, or asset transfer), subject to confidentiality and applicable law.

We do not sell personal information for money. We may engage in activities defined as a "sale" or "sharing" for cross-context behavioral advertising under certain state laws when using advertising cookies or similar tools. See Your Privacy Choices and Rights for opt-out options.

Advertising and Analytics Partners

We may work with analytics and advertising partners that collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites and services. These partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide measurement services, targeted ads, and reporting. Your choices regarding these practices are described in the Cookies and Tracking Technologies and Your Privacy Choices and Rights sections.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including satisfying legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Typical retention periods include:

• Account data: retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period thereafter to comply with legal obligations and resolve disputes.
• Usage logs: typically 12–24 months, unless needed longer for security or legal purposes.
• Marketing data: retained until you opt out or until it is no longer useful, with regular suppression list maintenance.
• Project submissions: retained while published and for archival, audit, or compliance needs after removal.

Your Privacy Choices and Rights

General Choices

• Email marketing: opt out via unsubscribe links or by contacting us at [email protected].
• Cookies and tracking: manage via browser/device settings and, where available, our on-site controls.

California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know/access: request disclosure of the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected, used, disclosed, sold, or shared.
• Delete: request deletion of personal information, subject to exceptions.
• Correct: request correction of inaccurate personal information.
• Opt out of sale or sharing: opt out of processing considered a sale or sharing for cross-context behavioral advertising.
• Limit use of sensitive personal information: we do not use or disclose sensitive personal information for purposes requiring a limitation right.
• Non-discrimination: we will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights.

To exercise rights, email [email protected]. You may designate an authorized agent by providing a signed authorization and verifying your identity. Where supported, we treat a valid browser-based opt-out preference signal as a request to opt out of sale/sharing for that browser.

Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah Rights

Residents of these states may have rights to access, correct, delete, and opt out of targeted advertising, sale, or profiling in furtherance of decisions producing legal or similarly significant effects. To exercise rights, contact [email protected]. You may appeal a denial of your request by replying to our decision email with "Appeal" in the subject line.

Nevada Privacy Rights

Nevada residents may opt out of the sale of covered information by emailing [email protected]. We do not sell covered information as defined by Nevada law.

Shine the Light

California residents may request information regarding our disclosures of personal information to third parties for their direct marketing purposes by contacting [email protected]. We do not disclose personal information to third parties for their direct marketing without your consent.

Verification

We may require sufficient information to verify your identity and jurisdiction before processing a request, which may include matching information to data we maintain and, if necessary, requesting additional data solely for verification.

Children’s Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided personal information to us, please contact [email protected] and we will take appropriate steps to delete such information.

Security

We implement reasonable physical, technical, and administrative safeguards designed to protect personal information. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure; therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

International Transfers

Our services are operated in the United States. If you access our services from outside the United States, you understand that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States and other countries, which may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction.

User-Generated Content and Public Information

Content you choose to submit for listings, profiles, reviews, comments, or forums may be publicly visible. Do not submit personal information that you do not wish to make public. You are responsible for ensuring you have the right to share any third-party personal data you include in submissions.

Third-Party Services and Links

Our services may reference or integrate third-party websites, tools, or platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before engaging with them.

Automated Decision-Making

We do not engage in automated decision-making that produces legal or similarly significant effects about individuals.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The Effective Date below indicates the latest revision. Material changes will be communicated by posting the updated policy to our website and, where appropriate, by additional notice.

Governing Law

This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and applicable federal law, without regard to conflict of laws principles, and subject to mandatory consumer protection laws of your state of residence.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact: George Alyfantis, 600 Commonwealth Pl, Pittsburgh, PA 15222, United States; Email: [email protected].

Effective Date

October 24, 2025