Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025

The Bitcoin Estate Planning Commission ("BEPC," "we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website bitcoinestatecommission.org (the "Site") or use our services.

1. Information We Collect

Personal Information You Provide

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter or download resources
• Apply for attorney certification
• Contact us through forms or email
• Register for events or educational programs

This information may include:

• Name and professional title
• Email address
• Phone number
• Bar membership information (for attorneys)
• Business name and address
• Areas of practice and specialization

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our Site, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website
• Click-through and download data

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

• Providing requested services and resources
• Processing certification applications
• Sending newsletters and educational content
• Improving our website and services
• Responding to inquiries and support requests
• Complying with legal obligations
• Protecting against fraud and abuse

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following situations:

• Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our website and services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to respond to legal process
• Protection of Rights: To protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Consent: With your explicit consent

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Site. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect certain features of our Site.

6. Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

• Access and receive a copy of your personal information
• Correct or update inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your personal information
• Opt-out of marketing communications
• Object to processing of your information

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@bitcoinestatecommission.org.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Site and services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Site, you consent to such transfers.

10. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete personal information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (which we do not do).

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: