PRIVACY POLICY
TRUSTODI PAYMENT SERVICES
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Our Commitment
TRUSTODI (“we,” “us,” or the “Company”), doing business on behalf of Tru Stodi (Registration No. 247233), is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our payment services, website, mobile applications, Telegram bot, and other digital interfaces (collectively, our “Services”).
1.2 Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to all users of TRUSTODI Services, including: – Website visitors – Registered users – Customers – Telegram bot users – Mobile app users – API users
1.3 Consent
By accessing or using our Services, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described in this Privacy Policy.
1.4 Service Model
TRUSTODI operates as an API aggregator and technology provider. We facilitate connections between users and licensed financial service providers. The collection and processing of your information may involve both TRUSTODI and our licensed partners in accordance with applicable regulations.
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2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
2.1 Information You Provide Directly
Account Registration Information
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Date of birth
- Residential address
- Nationality
- Username and password
Identity Verification (KYC) Information
- Government-issued identification documents (passport, driver’s license, national ID)
- Proof of address (utility bills, bank statements)
- Selfie photographs for biometric verification
- Source of funds documentation
- Employment information
- Tax identification numbers
Transaction Information
- Bank account details
- Credit/debit card information
- Cryptocurrency wallet addresses
- Transaction history
- Payment amounts and currencies
- Recipient information
Communication Information
- Customer support inquiries
- Feedback and complaints
- Survey responses
- Telegram messages
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- Email correspondence
2.2 Information We Collect Automatically
Device and Technical Information
- IP address
- Device type and identifiers
- Operating system
- Browser type and version
- Mobile network information
- Screen resolution
- Language preferences
- Time zone settings
Usage Information
- Pages visited
- Features used
- Click patterns
- Session duration
- Referral sources
- Search queries
- Transaction patterns
Location Information
- GPS data (with permission)
- IP-based location
- Country and region
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- Session cookies
- Persistent cookies
- Web beacons
- Pixel tags
- Local storage
- Analytics identifiers
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2.3 Information from Third Parties
Verification Services
- Identity verification results
- AML/KYC screening reports
- Credit information
- Sanctions list checks
- PEP (Politically Exposed Person) status
Payment Processors
- Transaction confirmations
- Payment status updates
- Chargeback information
- Fraud indicators
Business Partners
- Referral information
- Affiliate tracking data
- Integration partner data
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
3.1 Service Provision
- Process your registration and create your account
- Verify your identity and comply with KYC requirements
- Share your information with relevant licensed partners who provide the actual financial services
- Process transactions and payments through our licensed partners
- Provide customer support
- Send transaction confirmations and receipts
- Manage your wallet and account balance
- Facilitate connections between you and appropriate service providers
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3.2 Partner Selection and Routing
- Determine which licensed partner can best serve your transaction needs
- Route your request to the appropriate licensed financial service provider
- Ensure compliance with jurisdictional requirements
- Match your transaction requirements with available service corridors
3.3 Legal and Compliance
- Comply with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations
- Conduct sanctions screening
- Report suspicious activities to authorities
- Respond to legal requests and court orders
- Prevent fraud and financial crimes
- Maintain transaction records as required by law
3.4 Security and Risk Management
- Detect and prevent fraudulent activities
- Monitor for suspicious transactions
- Implement security measures
- Conduct risk assessments
- Investigate security incidents
- Protect against unauthorized access
3.5 Communication
- Send important service updates
- Provide security alerts
- Respond to your inquiries
- Send marketing communications (with consent)
- Conduct customer surveys
- Share product updates and new features
3.6 Service Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns
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- Improve user experience
- Develop new features
- Optimize performance
- Conduct A/B testing
- Personalize services
3.7 Business Operations
- Maintain business records
- Conduct audits
- Manage partnerships
- Process employment applications
- Enforce our Terms and Conditions
4. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
4.1 Licensed Financial Partners
We necessarily share your information with our licensed financial partners who provide the actual financial services.
This sharing is essential for service delivery and includes: – Personal identification information for KYC compliance – Transaction details for payment processing – Contact information for service communications – Financial information for transaction execution – Verification documents as required by regulations
Our licensed partners are: – Fully regulated in their respective jurisdictions – Bound by strict confidentiality agreements – Required to protect your data according to applicable laws – Only permitted to use your data for service provision
4.2 Other Service Providers
We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in: – Payment processing through licensed partners – Identity verification – Cloud hosting and data storage – Customer support – Email and SMS services – Analytics and monitoring – Security and fraud prevention
All third-party service providers are: – Contractually obligated to protect your information – Licensed in their respective jurisdictions where required – Subject to strict confidentiality agreements – Permitted to use your information only as necessary to provide services
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4.3 Legal and Regulatory Disclosure
We may disclose your information to: – Law enforcement agencies – Regulatory authorities – Courts and tribunals – Government agencies – Tax authorities
When required by: – Applicable laws – Court orders – Subpoenas – Regulatory requirements – National security obligations
4.4 Business Transfers
Your information may be transferred in connection with: – Mergers or acquisitions – Sale of company assets – Bankruptcy proceedings – Corporate restructuring
4.5 Consent-Based Sharing
We may share your information when you: – Explicitly consent to sharing – Direct us to share information – Use third-party integrations – Participate in referral programs
4.6 Aggregated and Anonymized Data
We may share aggregated or anonymized data that cannot identify you for: – Industry research – Statistical analysis – Marketing purposes – Partnership opportunities
5. DATA RETENTION
5.1 Retention Periods
We retain your information for: – Active accounts: Duration of account plus 5 years – Transaction records: 7 years (or as required by law) – KYC documents: 5 years after account closure – Communication records: 3 years – Marketing data: Until consent withdrawal – Technical logs: 12 months
5.2 Deletion and Disposal
When retention periods expire, we: – Securely delete electronic records – Shred physical documents – Anonymize data where possible – Maintain deletion logs
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6. DATA SECURITY
6.1 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures including: – 256-bit SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission – AES encryption for data at rest – Multi-factor authentication – Regular security audits – Intrusion detection systems – Firewalls and access controls – Employee security training – Incident response procedures
6.2 Data Breach Response
In the event of a data breach, we will: – Investigate immediately – Contain and remediate the breach – Notify affected users within 72 hours – Report to relevant authorities – Provide guidance on protective measures – Review and improve security measures
7. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
7.1 Cross-Border Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your residence, including: – Countries where our servers are located – Countries where our service providers operate – Countries required for transaction processing
7.2 Transfer Safeguards
We ensure appropriate safeguards through: – Standard contractual clauses – Adequacy decisions – Binding corporate rules – Consent where required
8. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
8.1 Access and Portability
You have the right to: – Access your personal information – Receive a copy of your data – Export data in machine-readable format
8.2 Correction and Update
You can: – Update account information – Correct inaccurate data – Complete incomplete information
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8.3 Deletion and Erasure
You may request: – Account deletion – Removal of specific information – Right to be forgotten (where applicable)
8.4 Restriction and Objection
You can: – Restrict processing of your data – Object to certain uses – Opt-out of marketing communications
8.5 Consent Withdrawal
You may withdraw consent for: – Marketing communications – Non-essential cookies – Optional data collection
8.6 Exercising Your Rights
To exercise your rights, contact us at: – Email: privacy@trustodi.com – Support channels listed in our Terms
9. COOKIES AND TRACKING
9.1 Types of Cookies
Essential Cookies
- Session management
- Security features
- Load balancing
- User preferences
Analytics Cookies
- Usage statistics
- Performance monitoring
- Error tracking
- Feature adoption
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Marketing Cookies
- Advertising effectiveness
- Retargeting
- Conversion tracking
- Campaign attribution
9.2 Cookie Management
You can manage cookies through: – Browser settings – Cookie consent banner – Account preferences – Third-party opt-out tools
9.3 Do Not Track
We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals, but provide cookie controls as described above.
10. CHILDREN’S PRIVACY
10.1 Age Restrictions
Our Services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
10.2 Parental Rights
If we discover we have collected information from a minor, we will: – Delete the information immediately – Terminate the account – Notify the parent or guardian if possible
11. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
11.1 External Links
Our Services may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.
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11.2 Third-Party Integration
When you use third-party services integrated with ours: – Their privacy policies apply – We are not responsible for their practices – Review their policies before use
12. TELEGRAM BOT PRIVACY
12.1 Bot-Specific Collection
Our Telegram bot collects: – Telegram user ID – Username – Messages sent to the bot – Commands used – Transaction requests
12.2 Bot Security
- End-to-end encryption for sensitive operations
- Session timeouts
- Command validation
- Rate limiting
13. MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS
13.1 Marketing Preferences
You can manage marketing communications through: – Email unsubscribe links – Account settings – Customer support requests
13.2 Transactional Communications
We will always send essential communications about: – Security alerts – Account changes – Transaction confirmations – Legal updates
14. DATA PROTECTION OFFICER
14.1 Contact Information
For privacy-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer: – Email: dpo@trustodi.com – Address: TRUSTODI, Republic of Seychelles
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14.2 Complaints
If you have privacy concerns: 1. Contact our DPO first 2. File a complaint with your local data protection authority 3. Seek judicial remedy
15. EUROPEAN PRIVACY RIGHTS
15.1 GDPR Compliance
For European Economic Area residents, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): – Lawful basis for processing – Data minimization – Purpose limitation – Storage limitation – Integrity and confidentiality
15.2 Legal Basis
We process your data based on: – Contract performance – Legal obligations – Legitimate interests – Vital interests – Consent
16. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
16.1 Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect: – Changes in our practices – New features or services – Legal requirements – Industry standards
16.2 Notification
We will notify you of material changes through: – Email notification – Platform announcements – Website banners
16.3 Version History
- Version 1.0 – January 2025 (Initial release)
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17. CONTACT US
17.1 General Inquiries
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices:
Email: privacy@trustodi.com Support: support@trustodi.com WhatsApp: +971 58 269 7381 Telegram: @Trustodi
17.2 Mailing Address
TRUSTODI Doing Business on behalf of Tru Stodi (247233) Republic of Seychelles
17.3 Response Time
We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within: – General inquiries: 5 business days – Rights requests: 30 days – Data breach notifications: 72 hours
18. DEFINITIONS
Personal Information: Information that identifies or can identify you as an individual Processing: Any operation performed on personal information Controller: Entity that determines purposes and means of processing Processor: Entity that processes information on behalf of the controller Data Subject: Individual whose personal information is processed Consent: Freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous agreement Anonymization: Irreversibly removing identifying information Pseudonymization: Replacing identifying information with artificial identifiers
19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT
By using TRUSTODI’s Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.
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TRUSTODI Doing Business on behalf of Tru Stodi (247233) Republic of Seychelles
Effective Date: January 1, 2025 Last Updated: January 2025 Version: 1.0
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