Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 20, 2025

1. Introduction

Berkeley Compute Inc. ("Company", "we", "our", or "us"), a Delaware corporation operating the Silicon platform at silicon.net ("Platform", "Silicon", "Site"), 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 visit our website and interact with our services.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Wallet addresses and blockchain identifiers
  • Contact information (email address)
  • Account preferences and settings
  • Communication preferences
  • Transaction data related to GPU NFT purchases
  • GPU ownership and operational data
  • Yield distribution preferences

2.2 Information Automatically Collected

  • IP address and location data
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Device information
  • Usage data (pages visited, features used)
  • Platform interaction metrics
  • Smart contract interaction data
  • Blockchain transaction data

2.3 Platform-Specific Data

  • GPU NFT transaction history
  • Yield generation metrics
  • Pool operator interactions
  • Smart contract event data
  • Marketplace activity
  • Performance analytics

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data for the following purposes:

3.1 Service Provision

  • Operating and maintaining the Silicon platform
  • Processing GPU NFT transactions
  • Managing yield distributions
  • Facilitating marketplace operations
  • Executing smart contract functions

3.2 Platform Improvement

  • Analyzing usage patterns
  • Improving user experience
  • Optimizing platform performance
  • Developing new features
  • Enhancing security measures

3.3 Communication

  • Sending important platform updates
  • Providing transaction notifications
  • Responding to support requests
  • Sharing yield distribution reports
  • Notifying about security events

3.4 Legal and Security

  • Complying with legal obligations
  • Preventing fraud and abuse
  • Protecting platform security
  • Maintaining transaction records
  • Enforcing platform terms

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Service Providers

We may share your information with:

  • Blockchain infrastructure providers
  • Data center operators
  • Analytics services
  • Security monitoring services
  • Customer support platforms

4.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information:

  • In response to legal requests
  • To protect legal rights
  • To comply with regulatory requirements
  • To prevent fraud or abuse
  • To enforce our terms of service

4.3 Business Transfers

If we're involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

5. Blockchain Data and Privacy

5.1 Public Nature of Blockchain

Please be aware that:

  • All blockchain transactions are public
  • GPU NFT ownership is publicly visible
  • Smart contract interactions are transparent
  • Transaction history is permanent
  • Wallet addresses are publicly linked to activities

5.2 On-Chain Data

The following data exists on public blockchains:

  • GPU NFT ownership records
  • Transaction timestamps and amounts
  • Smart contract interactions
  • Yield distribution records
  • Pool operator activities

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures including:

  • Encryption of sensitive data
  • Regular security audits
  • Access controls
  • Monitoring systems
  • Incident response procedures

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Request deletion of off-chain data
  • Object to certain processing
  • Export your data
  • Withdraw consent

Note: Some rights may be limited by blockchain immutability.

8. International Data Transfers

8.1 Cross-Border Operations

Our services operate globally through:

  • Distributed blockchain networks
  • International data centers
  • Cloud service providers
  • Global node operators

8.2 Data Protection

We ensure appropriate safeguards through:

  • Standard contractual clauses
  • Data processing agreements
  • Security certifications
  • Regular compliance audits

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Posting the new policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Sending an email notification for significant changes
  • Displaying a notice on our platform

11. Third-Party Services

11.1 Analytics

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) with privacy-enhanced features.

11.2 Blockchain Infrastructure

We interact with public blockchain networks and their associated infrastructure.

11.3 Data Centers

We partner with professional data center operators for GPU operations.

12. Data Retention

12.1 Retention Periods

  • Account data: Duration of account plus 30 days
  • Transaction data: Permanently recorded on blockchain
  • Communication records: 2 years
  • Technical logs: 90 days
  • Analytics data: 26 months

12.2 Blockchain Data

Please note that blockchain data cannot be deleted due to the nature of distributed ledger technology.

13. Contact Us

For questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices:

General Inquiries: team@silicon.netTechnical Support: support@silicon.net

14. Definitions

14.1 Key Terms

  • GPU NFT: Non-fungible token representing GPU ownership
  • Smart Contract: Self-executing contract with terms directly written into code
  • Wallet Address: Public blockchain identifier
  • Pool Operator: Entity managing GPU resources
  • Yield: Returns generated from GPU operations

14.2 Platform-Specific Terms

  • Time Slot NFT: Token representing GPU rental period
  • Data Credits: Platform-specific payment tokens
  • Pool Protocol: System for managing GPU resources
  • Marketplace: Platform for trading GPU NFTs

15. Additional Information

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