Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 2024
Introduction
Bitcoin Club Malta ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: Email address, name, and profile details when you create an account
- Contact Information: Name, email, and message content when you use our contact form
- Newsletter: Email address when you subscribe to our newsletter
- Event Registration: Name, email, dietary requirements, and special requests for events
- Payment Information: Lightning payment data (public keys, invoice details)
Information Collected Automatically
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- IP address (anonymized)
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referral source
How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain our services
- Process memberships and payments
- Send newsletters and event updates (with your consent)
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Manage event registrations
- Improve our website and services
- Comply with legal obligations
Lightning Network Authentication
When you use Lightning Network authentication (LNURL-auth), we only store your public key identifier. We do not have access to your private keys or wallet balance. This provides privacy-preserving authentication without requiring email or password.
Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal data. We may share information with:
- Service Providers: Email services (Resend), hosting (Google Cloud), payment processing (Lightning Network)
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business Transfers: In connection with any merger or acquisition
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal data, including:
- HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
- Secure authentication methods
- Regular security audits
- Limited access to personal data
Your Rights
Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your data
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@bitcoinclubmalta.com
Cookies
We use essential cookies for authentication and session management. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.
Data Retention
We retain your personal data only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Account data is retained until you request deletion. Newsletter subscriptions can be cancelled at any time via the unsubscribe link.
Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe we have collected data from a child, please contact us.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, contact us: