1. Introduction
BlockVoices (“https://blockvoices.org,” “BlockVoices,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your trust and is committed to protecting your privacy. As a nonprofit global community and convening platform bringing together leaders across blockchain, technology, policy, and innovation, we recognize the importance of safeguarding the personal information you share with us.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information obtained through our website and related digital platforms (collectively, the “Site”). It also describes your rights and choices regarding your personal data. By accessing or using the Site, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
BlockVoices is dedicated to transparency, responsible stewardship of data, and maintaining the trust of our community as we work to amplify ideas and accelerate progress across the global innovation ecosystem.
2. Data Collected
Data Storage Location
BlockVoices (“https://blockvoices.org,” “BlockVoices,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) operates www.blockvoices.org, which is hosted by IONOS SE, a global web hosting provider. Information collected through the Site may be stored and processed on servers located in the United States, the European Union, or other jurisdictions where IONOS or our third‑party service providers maintain facilities.
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational measures to protect personal information and work with service providers that maintain appropriate data protection and security standards.
Newsletter Subscription Data
Visitors to the Site may voluntarily subscribe to the BlockVoices newsletter. When you do so, we collect your email address and any other information you choose to provide.
Newsletter email addresses are securely transmitted to and stored by Mailchimp, our email marketing service provider, for the purpose of delivering communications related to BlockVoices programs, events, announcements, and community updates.
You may unsubscribe from the newsletter at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in each email. Mailchimp’s handling of personal data is governed by its own privacy policy.
Contact Form and Inquiry Data
Information submitted through the contact forms on www.blockvoices.org is collected and stored within our WordPress website environment and transmitted to BlockVoices for review and response.
This information may include your name, email address, and the contents of your message. We use this data solely to respond to inquiries, provide information, and support BlockVoices’ operations. Contact form submissions are not used for unsolicited marketing and are not sold or shared with third parties for advertising purposes.
Analytics and Website Usage Data
BlockVoices uses Google Analytics to better understand how visitors interact with our Site. Google Analytics collects information such as pages visited, duration of visits, browser type, and approximate geographic location.
This data is collected in an aggregated and anonymized manner and is used to:
- Monitor site performance
- Understand visitor engagement
- Improve content, usability, and accessibility
We do not attempt to use analytics data to personally identify individual visitors. Users who wish to opt out of Google Analytics tracking may do so by configuring their browser settings or using Google’s opt‑out tools.
Event Registration Data
From time to time, BlockVoices may host events, convenings, or programs that require registration. If and when event registration is offered, we may collect relevant personal information such as name, email address, organizational affiliation, and other information necessary to manage participation.
Specific details regarding the collection and handling of event‑related data will be disclosed at the time of registration and/or reflected in updates to this Privacy Policy.
Purposes for Using Personal Data
BlockVoices uses personal information for the following purposes:
- Communicating with subscribers and responding to inquiries
- Delivering newsletters and community updates
- Supporting programmatic and administrative operations
- Monitoring and improving website performance and user experience
- Maintaining the security and integrity of our digital platforms
- Complying with applicable legal and nonprofit governance obligations
3. Embedded Content
Pages on www.blockvoices.org may include embedded content from third‑party platforms, such as social media posts. Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if you visited those websites directly.
Currently, BlockVoices may embed content from the following platforms:
Embedded Instagram content may collect data about you, use cookies, and monitor your interaction with the embedded content, particularly if you are logged into your Instagram account at the time of viewing. Instagram’s data practices are governed by its own privacy policy.
Instagram Privacy Policy: https://privacycenter.instagram.com/ .
Embedded LinkedIn content may collect data about you, use cookies, and track interactions with embedded features, especially if you are logged into your LinkedIn account. LinkedIn’s data handling is governed by its own privacy policy.
LinkedIn Privacy Policy: https://www.linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy
BlockVoices does not control the data collection or privacy practices of these third‑party platforms and encourages users to review their policies directly
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
www.blockvoices.org uses cookies and similar technologies to support website functionality, enhance user experience, and analyze site usage.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember user preferences and understand how visitors interact with the site. Some cookies are essential for the site to function properly, while others are used for analytics and performance improvement.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features or functionality of the Site.
Cookies Used on This Site
Essential Cookies (All Visitors)
These cookies are necessary for basic website operation and security and cannot be disabled through site controls.
- WordPress cookies – Used to manage basic site functionality and user interactions
- Security and performance cookies – Used by our hosting and infrastructure providers (including IONOS) to ensure site stability and protect against malicious activity
Analytics Cookies
- Google Analytics – Used to collect anonymized information about website traffic, such as pages visited, time spent on the site, and general geographic location. This information helps us improve website performance and content.
Users may opt out of Google Analytics tracking by adjusting browser settings or using Google’s opt‑out tools.
5. Who Has Access To Your Data
BlockVoices does not offer user account registration on this Site.
Personal information submitted through newsletter signups or contact forms may be accessed only by:
- Authorized BlockVoices administrators
- Service providers who assist with website hosting, email communications, or analytics, solely for operational purposes
Access to personal data is limited to individuals and providers who need it to perform legitimate organizational functions.
6. Third Party Access to Your Data
BlockVoices does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.
We may share limited data with trusted third‑party service providers only as necessary to operate the Site and deliver communications, including:
- IONOS SE – Website hosting and infrastructure services
https://www.ionos.com/terms-gtc/privacy-policy/ - Mailchimp – Newsletter email distribution and subscription management
https://mailchimp.com/legal/privacy/ - Google Analytics (Google LLC) – Website usage analytics
https://policies.google.com/privacy
These providers process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable data protection laws.
7. Data Retention
BlockVoices retains personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected, including communication, administrative, and record‑keeping needs.
- Newsletter subscription data is retained until you unsubscribe
- Contact form submissions are retained for a reasonable period to respond to inquiries and maintain internal records
You may request deletion of your personal information at any time, subject to legal or operational obligations that require certain data to be retained.
8. Security Measures
BlockVoices uses industry‑standard security measures to protect personal information, including SSL/HTTPS encryption across the Site.
While no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, we take reasonable steps to protect personal data from unauthorized access, disclosure, or misuse. In the event of a data breach, we will take appropriate steps to address the issue and comply with applicable notification requirements.
9. Your Data Rights
General Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction or deletion of your personal information
- Withdraw consent for communications, such as newsletters, at any time
Requests may be subject to limitations where data retention is required for legal, administrative, or security purposes.
GDPR Considerations
BlockVoices serves a global audience, including individuals in the European Union. Where applicable, we strive to handle personal information in accordance with the principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
Depending on your location, you may have the right to request access to, rectification of, restriction of, or objection to certain processing of your personal data. Requests related to GDPR rights may be submitted to info@blockvoices.org.
More information about GDPR can be found at:
https://gdpr.eu/
10. Third Party Websites
The Site may contain links to third‑party websites or platforms. BlockVoices is not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of third‑party websites.
Visiting third‑party links is done at your own discretion, and we encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
11. Disclosure of Information for Legal Purposes
BlockVoices may disclose personal information where required to do so by law, legal process, or governmental request, or where we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, safety, or integrity of BlockVoices, our community, or others.
Any disclosure of personal data for legal purposes will be carried out in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
12. Privacy Policy Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, the data we collect, or how your information is handled, please contact us at:
Email: info@blockvoices.org