We ("we," "us," "our") take the protection of the data of users ("user" or "you") of our website ("digital assets") very seriously and are committed to safeguarding the information users provide to us in connection with the use of our website. We are also committed to protecting and using your data in accordance with applicable laws.

This privacy policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your data when you use our digital assets ("services") accessed through your devices.

Please read this privacy policy carefully to ensure that you fully understand our practices regarding your data before using our services. If you have read, fully understand, and do not agree with our practices, you must stop using our digital assets and services. By using our services, you acknowledge the terms of this privacy policy. Continued use of the services constitutes your consent to this privacy policy and any amendments to it.

In this privacy policy, you will learn:

• How we collect data
• What data we collect
• Why we collect this data
• To whom we disclose the data
• Where the data is stored
• How long the data is retained
• How we protect the data
• How we handle minors
• Updates or changes to the privacy policy

How do we collect data?

Below are the main methods we use to collect data:

• We collect data when you use our services. When you visit our digital assets and use services, we may collect, gather, and store the usage, sessions, and related information.
• We collect data that you provide to us directly, such as when you contact us through a communication channel (e.g., an email with a comment or feedback).
• We may collect data from third-party sources as described below.

What data do we collect?

Below is an overview of the data we may collect:

• Unidentified and non-identifiable information that you provide during the registration process or that is collected through the use of our services ("non-personal data"). Non-personal data does not allow us to identify the individual from whom it was collected. Non-personal data we collect consists mainly of technical and aggregated usage information.
• Individually identifiable information, namely information that can identify you or can be used with reasonable effort to identify you ("personal data"). Personal data we collect through our services may include information requested from time to time, such as names, email addresses, addresses, telephone numbers, IP addresses, and more. If we combine personal data with non-personal data, as long as they remain combined, they will be treated as personal data.

Why do we collect this data?

We may use your data for the following purposes:

• To provide and operate our services.
• To develop, customize, and improve our services.
• To respond to your feedback, requests, and inquiries and provide support.
• To analyze demand and usage patterns.
• For other internal, statistical, and research purposes.
• To enhance our data security and fraud prevention capabilities.
• To investigate violations and enforce our policies and terms, as well as comply with applicable laws, regulations, or government orders.

To whom do we disclose this data?

We may share your data with our service providers to operate our services (e.g., data storage through third-party hosting services, providing technical support, etc.).

We may also disclose your data under the following circumstances: (i) to investigate, detect, prevent, or take action against illegal activities or other wrongdoing; (ii) to establish or exercise our rights to defend against legal claims; (iii) to protect our rights, property, or personal safety, and that of our users or the public; (iv) in the event of a change of control of our company or one of our affiliates (through a merger, acquisition, or purchase of substantially all assets, etc.); (v) to collect, hold, and/or manage your data through authorized third-party providers (e.g., cloud service providers), as appropriate for business purposes; (vi) to work with third parties to improve your user experience. We may transfer, share, or otherwise use non-personal data at our sole discretion.

Cookies and Similar Technologies

When you visit or access our services, we authorize third parties to use web beacons, cookies, pixel tags, scripts, and other technologies and analytics services ("tracking technologies"). These tracking technologies may allow third parties to automatically collect your data to enhance your navigation experience on our digital assets, improve their performance, and provide a personalized user experience, as well as for security and fraud prevention purposes.

To learn more, please read our Cookie Policy.

The following links explain how to access cookie settings in various browsers:

• Cookie settings in Firefox
• Cookie settings in Internet Explorer
• Cookie settings in Google Chrome
• Cookie settings in Safari (OS X)
• Cookie settings in Safari (iOS)
• Cookie settings in Android

Without your consent, we will not share your email address or other personal data with advertising companies or advertising networks.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google Inc., 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA.

Google Analytics uses "cookies," text files stored on your computer, to help analyze how users use the website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of this website is usually transmitted to a Google server in the USA and stored there. If IP anonymization is activated on this website, your IP address will be truncated by Google within member states of the European Union or in other contracting states of the Agreement on the European Economic Area. Only in exceptional cases will the full IP address be sent to a Google server in the USA and truncated there. On our behalf, Google will use this information to evaluate your use of the website, compile reports on website activity, and provide other services related to website activity and internet usage.

The IP address transmitted by your browser as part of Google Analytics will not be merged with other Google data.

You can prevent the storage of cookies by adjusting your browser software settings. However, please note that you may not be able to use all features of this website to their full extent. You can also prevent the collection of data generated by the cookie and related to your use of the website (including your IP address) by Google and the processing of this data by Google by downloading and installing the browser plugin available at the following link (http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=en). For more information on terms of use and data protection, please visit www.google.com/analytics/terms/us.html and www.google.com/intl/en/analytics/privacyoverview.html.

We base the use of the aforementioned analysis tool on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. f) GDPR: the processing is necessary to analyze user behavior and is therefore required to protect our legitimate interests.

Where do we store the data?

Non-personal data: Please note that our company and our trusted partners and service providers are located worldwide. For the purposes described in this privacy policy, we store and process all non-personal data we collect in various jurisdictions.

Personal data: Personal data is only processed if legally permitted or if you have given your consent. When you contact us, your data will be stored based on Art. 6 para. 1 lit. b) GDPR on the servers of our hosting service.

How long will the data be retained?

Please note that we will retain the data we collect for as long as necessary to provide our services, comply with our legal and contractual obligations to you, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. We may correct, supplement, or delete inaccurate or incomplete data at any time at our discretion.

How do we protect the data?

The hosting service for our digital assets provides us with the online platform through which we offer our services. Your data may be stored through the data storage, databases, and general applications of our hosting provider. They store your data on secure servers behind a firewall and offer secure HTTPS access to most areas of their services.

Despite the measures and efforts taken by us and our hosting provider, we cannot and do not guarantee absolute protection and security of the data you upload, publish, or otherwise share with us or others.

Therefore, we ask you to avoid transmitting any confidential information that could cause you significant or lasting harm if disclosed. Since email and instant messaging are not considered secure communication forms, we also ask you not to share confidential information through these channels.

How do we handle minors?

We do not knowingly collect data from children. If you are not of legal age, you should not use our services or provide us with any information.

We reserve the right to request proof of age at any time to verify that minors are not using our services. If we become aware that a minor is using our services, we may deny and block access to such users and delete any data stored with us about that user. If you have reason to believe that a minor has provided us with data, please contact us as explained below.

Your Rights

We use your personal data only for the purposes set out in this privacy policy and only if we are convinced that:

• The use of your personal data is necessary to perform or conclude a contract (e.g., to provide you with the services or customer support and technical support).
• The use of your personal data is necessary to comply with relevant legal or regulatory obligations.
• The use of your personal data is necessary to support our legitimate business interests (provided this is done at all times in a way that is proportionate and respects your privacy rights).
You may:
• Request confirmation as to whether personal data concerning you is being processed and request access to your stored personal data along with certain supplementary information.
• Request to receive the personal data you have provided to us in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.
• Request the correction of your personal data stored with us.
• Request the deletion of your personal data.
• Object to the processing of your personal data by us.
• Request the restriction of processing your personal data.
• File a complaint with a supervisory authority.

Please note that these rights are not absolute and may be subject to our own legitimate interests and regulatory requirements. If you have general questions about the personal data we collect and how we use it, please contact us as detailed below.

In the course of providing the services, we may transfer data across borders to affiliated entities or other third parties and from your country/jurisdiction to other countries/jurisdictions worldwide. By using the services, you consent to the transfer of your data outside of the EEA.

If you are located in the EEA, your personal data will only be transferred to locations outside of the EEA if we are satisfied that an adequate or comparable level of data protection exists. We will take appropriate steps to ensure that we have suitable contractual arrangements with our third parties to ensure that appropriate security measures are in place, so that the risk of unlawful use, alteration, deletion, loss, or theft of your personal data is minimized, and that these third parties act in compliance with applicable laws at all times.

Updates or Changes to the Privacy Policy

We may revise this privacy policy from time to time at our sole discretion, and the most current version will always be posted on the website (see the "Effective Date" at the top). We encourage you to review this privacy policy regularly for any changes. In the event of material changes, we will post a notice on our website. Your continued use of the services after any changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated privacy policy and your agreement to be bound by the terms of such changes.

Links to Other Websites

This website contains links to other websites. We have no control over and are not responsible for the privacy practices of other websites. We encourage you to read the privacy statements of each website that collects your personal information.

Contact

If you have any general questions about the services or the data we collect about you and how we use it, please contact us at:

Character Empowerment Initiative
Alexander Stahlmann
Binzmühlestrasse 14
8050 Zürich
Email: stahlmann@character-empowerment.com