Data Retention & Deletion Policy

Internset DAO LLC ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting the privacy of users and ensuring responsible data management throughout its ecosystem, including InternsetDAO.com, Stipent.com, and related platforms. This Data Retention & Deletion Policy outlines how we store, manage, retain, and securely delete user data while complying with relevant data protection regulations.

1. Scope of the Policy

This policy applies to all data collected through Internset DAO’s platforms, including:

1. Personal Data (e.g., contact information, wallet addresses).
2. Transaction Data (e.g., staking, voting records).
3. Communication Data (e.g., customer inquiries, support requests).
4. System Logs and Analytics Data.

2. Data Retention Principles

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill specific purposes, comply with legal obligations, or meet operational needs. Data retention periods are based on:

1. Legal & Regulatory Requirements: Including applicable data protection laws like GDPR and CCPA.
2. Contractual Obligations: As specified by agreements with users or business partners.
3. Business Purposes: Such as security monitoring, platform functionality, and fraud prevention.

3. Retention Periods by Data Type

4. Data Deletion Guidelines

We apply secure deletion practices based on the type of data and applicable retention periods.

A. Automatic Deletion:

1. Non-essential personal data is automatically deleted after the applicable retention period expires.
2. Aggregated and anonymized data may be kept indefinitely for statistical purposes.

B. User-Initiated Deletion Requests:

Users may request the deletion of personal data by contacting support@internsetdao.com. We will review and process requests unless:

1. The data is legally required to be retained.
2. It involves immutable on-chain data that cannot be deleted.

C. Secure Data Disposal:

1. We use industry-standard data erasure methods to securely delete personal data from our internal databases.
2. Secure deletion logs are maintained to demonstrate compliance with legal obligations.

5. Blockchain-Specific Considerations

Due to the nature of blockchain technology, data stored on-chain cannot be altered, deleted, or removed, including wallet addresses, voting records, and transaction histories. These records are designed to be permanent and transparent.

However, where possible, off-chain data such as personal accounts, email inquiries, and support logs are subject to deletion requests according to this policy.

6. Exceptions to Deletion

We may retain personal data beyond specified retention periods if:

1. Required by law or regulatory compliance.
2. Necessary for legal disputes or defense of legal claims.
3. In connection with an active investigation into fraud, abuse, or breaches of terms of service.

7. Data Security Measures

To prevent unauthorized access, alteration, or deletion of data, we enforce:

1. Access Control: Restricted access based on user roles and job responsibilities.
2. Data Encryption: Securing sensitive data in transit and at rest.
3. Data Anonymization: Aggregating personal data for analytics after retention periods expire.

8. User Rights Regarding Data Retention

Users have the following rights regarding data stored within the Internset DAO ecosystem:

1. Right to Access: Request information about retained personal data.
2. Right to Rectification: Request corrections of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
3. Right to Deletion ("Right to Be Forgotten"): Request deletion of personal data, subject to applicable legal and technical constraints.
4. Right to Data Portability: Request a copy of personal data in a commonly used format.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this policy periodically in response to legal, operational, or technological changes. Updates will be posted on our official websites, with the revised effective date clearly indicated.

10. Contact Us

For questions or concerns regarding this policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

Email: support@internsetdao.com