Privacy Policy
1. General
This Privacy Policy describes how Quiztalent.com, QuizTalent, QuizTalent™, or QT ("we," "our," or "us") processes, transfers, and protects personal information collected through the Website ("Site") or Online Application ("App") (together, the "Services"), as well as through other public communication channels described herein. This Privacy Policy applies to all users ("you," "user," or "data subject") whose personal information we process.
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read this Privacy Policy and agree to the practices described herein.
2. Data Collection
2.1 Personal Data We Collect
We collect the following categories of personal data:
Profile Data: Authentication credentials, referral codes, profile pictures, and links to social network profiles.
Third-Party Wallet and Blockchain Data: Blockchain wallet addresses, Ethereum addresses, and transaction records associated with decentralized applications (Dapps/DApps), non-custodial smart contracts, and Layer 2 solutions.
Transactional Data: Blockchain transaction histories, in-app purchase records, including payment token transactions and virtual/digital good ownership information.
Communications Data: Information you provide when you communicate with us via chat, email, social media, or other channels.
User-Generated Content: Content you post, upload, or create using our Services, including associated metadata.
Marketing Preferences: Your stated preferences for receiving marketing communications and information about your interactions with those communications.
Promotional Data: Information you provide when entering contests, sweepstakes, or promotions.
2.2 Data Collected Automatically or from Third Parties
We may automatically collect and combine information from:
Device Data: IP address, device type, browser type, operating system, screen resolution, language settings, and mobile carrier information.
Usage Data: Pages viewed, navigation paths, interaction times, and referring/exit pages.
Public Sources: Public blockchains, distributed ledgers, and public records.
Third Parties: Information services, marketing partners, affiliates, and service providers.
3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., tracking pixels, web beacons, clear GIFs) to operate the Site and App, enhance your experience, and analyze traffic.
You may control cookie preferences through:
Browser settings;
Opt-out links;
Third-party services (for analytics and advertising cookies), subject to your consent.
We honor your cookie consent choices in compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable laws.
Strictly necessary cookies are used based on our legitimate interests. All other cookies are used only with your consent.
3.1 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website or use an app. They are widely used to make websites and applications work efficiently and to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies can also enhance your experience by remembering your preferences, personalizing content, and analyzing traffic.
3.2 Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for the operation of the Site and App and cannot be switched off.
Performance Cookies: Help us measure and improve the performance of the Site and App by tracking visitor usage.
Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization (e.g., remembering your username or language).
Targeting and Advertising Cookies: Deliver advertisements relevant to your interests and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
3.3 Third-Party Cookies
We may allow selected third parties (such as analytics providers and advertisers) to place cookies on your device to collect information about your online activities across different websites and over time.
The use of third-party cookies is subject to the third party’s own privacy and cookie policies.
3.4 Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you visit our Site or App, you will be presented with the following options regarding the use of cookies:
Accept all cookies by providing explicit consent;
Accept all cookies by continuing to browse or interact with the Site or App;
Reject non-essential cookies;
Customize your cookie preferences;
Decline all cookies by exiting the Site or App without further interaction.
You may also manage or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the availability or functionality of certain features within the Services.
For detailed information about managing cookies, please visit allaboutcookies dot org.
4. How We Use Your Personal Data
We use personal data to:
Provide, maintain, and improve our Services;
Enable communication and social features;
Personalize your user experience;
Analyze usage to optimize the Services;
Manage marketing communications, based on your preferences;
Ensure security and prevent fraud;
Comply with legal obligations and enforce terms of use;
Create de-identified or aggregated data that cannot identify you.
We do not sell your personal data.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We process your personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:
Your explicit consent;
To perform a contract with you (e.g., to provide the Services);
Compliance with legal obligations;
Our legitimate interests (e.g., improving services, preventing fraud), provided that your fundamental rights do not override those interests.
6. Data Sharing
We may share personal data with:
Other users (where you voluntarily publish content);
Service providers who support our operations (e.g., hosting, customer support, analytics);
Business partners for co-hosted promotions or features, with your consent;
Affiliates within our corporate group;
In connection with business transfers (e.g., merger, acquisition);
Legal authorities where required by law.
Where personal data is shared outside the EEA or India, we implement safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved mechanisms.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal, accounting, or reporting obligations. We will securely delete or anonymize personal data when it is no longer needed.
8. Your Rights
You have the following rights, subject to applicable law:
Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
Deletion: Request deletion ("right to be forgotten") where applicable.
Restriction: Request restriction of processing in certain cases.
Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.
Portability: Request transmission of your data to another provider.
Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior processing).
Opt-Out of Marketing: Object to direct marketing communications at any time.
To exercise these rights, please contact us through our contact page. We may request verification of your identity before processing your request.
9. Security of Your Personal Data
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect personal data, including:
Encryption of data in transit and at rest;
Access controls and authentication procedures;
Regular security assessments.
No system is completely secure; we encourage you to use caution when using our Services.
10. International Transfers
We may transfer, store, and process your personal data outside your country of residence. We apply safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses and ensure that your rights remain protected.
11. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not directed to children under the age of 18.
If we learn that personal data of a child has been collected without appropriate parental consent, we will delete the data as required by law.
12. Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
If we make material changes, we will notify you by posting an updated version on the Site or App with a new effective date or by other means as required by law. Your continued use of our Services after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our Website.
Effective Date: April 30, 2025