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Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how Soulforge Origins collects, uses, and protects your information.

Last updated: June 8, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Soulforge Origins ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy describes how we collect, use, protect, and share your personal data when you visit our website or use our services and informs you about your privacy rights.

Company Information:

  • β€’ Company Name: Obsidian Ridge Holdings, LLC
  • β€’ Registered Address: 30 N Gould St Ste R, Sheridan, WY 82801, United States
  • β€’ Registration Number: LLC-2024-SOF-001
  • β€’ Data Protection Officer (DPO): dpo@soulforge-origins.com (if applicable)

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Data Categories

Personal Data

  • β€’ Identity Data: Username
  • β€’ Contact Data: Email, phone number
  • β€’ Financial Data: Payment info, wallet addresses
  • β€’ Transaction Data: Payment details, NFT transactions

Technical Data

  • β€’ Technical Data: IP address, browser details, OS
  • β€’ Profile Data: Username, preferences, feedback
  • β€’ Usage Data: Interaction patterns on our site
  • β€’ Blockchain Data: Wallet addresses, transaction history

2.2 Special Categories of Data

We do not collect special categories of personal data (e.g., race, ethnicity, political beliefs, health, genetic data, sexual orientation, religious beliefs).

2.3 Data About Children

We do not knowingly collect data from individuals under 18 years of age.

3. How We Collect Your Information

3.1 Direct Interactions

Information provided by forms, account creation, wallet connections, NFT transactions, subscriptions, surveys, feedback, or direct communication.

3.2 Automated Technologies

Technical data collected via cookies, analytics tools, blockchain interactions, and server logs.

3.3 Third Parties

Information from analytics providers, social media platforms, blockchain networks, payment service providers, identity verification services, and publicly available sources.

4. How We Use Your Information

4.1 Lawful Basis for Processing

  • β€’ Contractual Necessity: To fulfill contracts with you
  • β€’ Legal Obligations: Compliance with applicable laws and regulations
  • β€’ Legitimate Interests: Business purposes, provided your rights do not override our interests
  • β€’ Consent: Where we have obtained your explicit consent
  • β€’ Vital Interests: To protect your vital interests or those of another person

4.2 Purposes of Processing

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

PurposeType of DataLawful Basis
Account creation and managementIdentity, Contact, ProfileContract performance
NFT transactions and servicesFinancial, Transaction, BlockchainContract performance
Customer supportIdentity, Contact, TechnicalContract performance / Legitimate interests
Security and fraud preventionAll categoriesLegal obligation / Legitimate interests
Marketing communicationsContact, Marketing preferencesConsent / Legitimate interests
Legal complianceAll categoriesLegal obligation

5. Marketing Communications

You will receive marketing communications from us if you have:

  • β€’ Requested information or purchased from us; and
  • β€’ Not opted out of receiving marketing

Opt-Out Options

You may opt-out anytime through:

  • β€’ Unsubscribe links in emails
  • β€’ Contacting us at privacy@soulforge-origins.com

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand user preferences.

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Essential Cookies

Required for basic site functionality

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Analytics Cookies

Help us understand usage patterns

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Preference Cookies

Remember your settings and choices

Types of Cookies We Use:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled in our systems.

  • β€’ Authentication and security
  • β€’ Load balancing
  • β€’ Form submission

Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website.

  • β€’ Google Analytics
  • β€’ Page load times
  • β€’ User interaction tracking
  • β€’ Error reporting

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

  • β€’ Theme settings
  • β€’ User settings
  • β€’ Wallet connection preferences

Managing Cookies

You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. You can delete all cookies that are already on your computer and you can set most browsers to prevent them from being placed.

Note: If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:

When We May Share Information:

Service Providers

Trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform, conducting business, or serving you.

Legal Requirements

When required by law, court order, government request, or to protect legal rights.

Business Transfers

In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales (users will be notified).

Security and Protection

To protect rights, property, or safety of Soulforge Origins, users, or others.

With Your Consent

When you explicitly agree to share information with third parties.

Blockchain Transparency

Important: Blockchain transactions are inherently public and permanent. Information recorded on the blockchain (including wallet addresses, transaction amounts, and NFT ownership) cannot be deleted or modified and may be viewed by anyone on the network.

Data Processing Safeguards

  • β€’ All service providers must sign data processing agreements
  • β€’ Regular audits of third-party security practices
  • β€’ Minimal data sharing - only what's necessary
  • β€’ Contractual obligations for data protection

8. Data Security and Protection

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Security Limitations

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, but we continuously work to improve our security measures.

Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach affecting your personal information, we will notify you and relevant authorities within 72 hours as required by applicable laws.

9. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

Transfer Safeguards

  • β€’ Adequacy decisions by regulatory authorities
  • β€’ Standard contractual clauses (SCCs)
  • β€’ Binding corporate rules where applicable
  • β€’ Certification schemes and codes of conduct

Your Rights

  • β€’ Information about transfer destinations
  • β€’ Copies of safeguards in place
  • β€’ Right to object to transfers
  • β€’ Right to complain to supervisory authorities

10. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

Retention Periods

Account Information

Retained while your account is active plus 3 years after closure

Marketing Data

Retained until you opt-out

Support Communications

Retained for 3 years after case closure

Legal Hold Data

Retained until legal proceedings conclude

Secure Deletion

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it using industry-standard methods to prevent unauthorized recovery.

11. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under applicable privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).

Right of Access

Request copies of your personal information we hold

Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data

Right to Erasure

Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)

Right to Restrict Processing

Limit how we process your personal information

Right to Data Portability

Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format

Right to Object

Object to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing

Rights Related to Automated Decision-Making

Right not to be subject to automated profiling or decision-making

Right to Withdraw Consent

Withdraw consent for processing based on consent

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

  • β€’ Right to know what personal information is collected
  • β€’ Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
  • β€’ Right to say no to the sale of personal information
  • β€’ Right to access personal information
  • β€’ Right to equal service and price, even if you exercise your privacy rights

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at:

  • β€’ Email: privacy@soulforge-origins.com
  • β€’ Privacy Request Form: https://soulforge-origins.com/privacy-request
  • β€’ Written Request: 30 N Gould St Ste R, Sheridan, WY 82801, United States

Response Time: We will respond to your request within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).

Important Limitations

Some rights may be limited by applicable laws or the nature of blockchain technology. We will explain any limitations when responding to your requests.

12. Children's Privacy

Age Restrictions

Our services are not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

If We Discover Child Data

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without parental consent:

  • β€’ We will delete such information immediately
  • β€’ We will terminate the associated account
  • β€’ We will notify parents/guardians if contact information is available
  • β€’ We will implement additional safeguards to prevent recurrence

Parental Rights

Parents/guardians who believe their child has provided personal information to us should contact us immediately at privacy@soulforge-origins.com.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

How We Notify You

  • β€’ Update the "Last updated" date on this page
  • β€’ Email notification for material changes
  • β€’ Website banner for significant updates

What Constitutes Material Changes

  • β€’ New types of data collection
  • β€’ Changes in data sharing practices
  • β€’ Modifications to retention periods
  • β€’ Updates to your rights

Your Options

If you disagree with changes to this Privacy Policy, you may close your account or stop using our services. Continued use after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Regulatory Compliance

We comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations in jurisdictions where we operate, including but not limited to GDPR, CCPA, and other regional privacy frameworks.

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GDPR

European Union General Data Protection Regulation

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CCPA

California Consumer Privacy Act

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Regional Laws

Other applicable privacy regulations

Supervisory Authorities

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not handled your personal information in accordance with applicable laws.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us using the information below:

General Privacy Inquiries

Email

privacy@soulforge-origins.com

Response Time

Within 48 hours for general inquiries

Data Protection Officer

Email

dpo@soulforge-origins.com

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GDPR-related inquiries and complaints

Mailing Address

Obsidian Ridge Holdings, LLC

Attn: Privacy Team

30 N Gould St Ste R

Sheridan, WY 82801

United States

Privacy Request Form

For formal privacy rights requests, please use our dedicated form: https://soulforge-origins.com/privacy-request

16. Data Protection Authority Contact

If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you have the right to contact your local data protection authority:

EU Residents

Contact your national data protection authority. Find your local authority at: ec.europa.eu/justice/data-protection

California Residents

California Attorney General's Office
Privacy Enforcement and Protection Unit
privacy@oag.ca.gov

Questions About Your Privacy?

We're committed to transparency and protecting your personal information. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need clarification.