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### Privacy Policy

**Last Updated: 9 March 2025**

At iGov and Infinity (∞), we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring that you retain control over your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you interact with our platforms, including the iGov website ([igov.org.uk](http://igov.org.uk)) and the broader Infinity ecosystem. Our mission to build a decentralised, AI-powered civilisation rests on trust, transparency, and accountability—principles that guide our approach to your data.

By using our services, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions, please contact us at [insert contact email or address].

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#### 1. Who We Are

We are the team behind iGov and Infinity (∞), initiatives designed to revolutionise governance, finance, education, and more through secure digital identities and AI-driven systems. Our registered office is [insert registered office address, if applicable]. For the purposes of data protection law, we are the "data controller" responsible for your personal data.

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#### 2. What Data We Collect

We collect and process the following types of personal data to deliver our services:

- **Identity Data**: Information provided when you create a Meta Profile, such as your name, email address, and any additional details required to verify your identity.

- **Reputation Data**: Records of your contributions, voting activity, and participation within the iGov and Infinity platforms, used to build your decentralised reputation score.

- **Usage Data**: Information about how you interact with our services, including IP addresses, device information, browser type, and timestamps of activity.

- **Content Data**: Any content you upload or share, such as feedback, governance proposals, or communications within the ecosystem.

- **Financial Data**: Details related to decentralised financial transactions or Infinity Token usage (where applicable), such as wallet addresses or transaction history.

- **Special Category Data**: In some cases, we may process sensitive data (e.g., biometric data for identity verification or health data for predictive healthcare services), but only with your explicit consent.

We do not collect more data than is necessary to provide our services and fulfil our mission.

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#### 3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect your data in the following ways:

- **Directly from You**: When you register for a Meta Profile, participate in governance, or use Infinity services.

- **Automatically**: Through cookies, analytics tools, and logs that track your activity on our platforms.

- **From Third Parties**: Where necessary for identity verification or service integration (e.g., trusted partners or blockchain networks), we may receive data from external sources.

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#### 4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data to:

- Verify your identity and maintain the security and authenticity of Meta Profiles.

- Facilitate decentralised governance, including voting, delegated decision-making, and AI-assisted policymaking.

- Optimise and personalise your experience within the Infinity ecosystem (e.g., tailored educational content or health insights).

- Process transactions and manage the decentralised financial system.

- Improve our services through AI-driven analysis and system evolution.

- Communicate with you about updates, governance opportunities, or technical issues.

Our legal bases for processing your data under UK GDPR include:

- **Consent**: Where you explicitly agree (e.g., for special category data).

- **Contract**: To fulfil our obligations to you as a user of our services.

- **Legitimate Interests**: To operate and enhance our platforms in a secure and efficient manner.

- **Legal Obligation**: To comply with applicable laws or regulations.

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#### 5. How We Share Your Data

As a decentralised system, we prioritise your control over your data. We may share your data in the following circumstances:

- **With Your Consent**: When you delegate votes or share contributions within the ecosystem.

- **Decentralised Networks**: Certain data (e.g., reputation scores or transaction records) may be stored on blockchain or distributed ledger technologies, ensuring transparency and security.

- **Service Providers**: With trusted third parties (e.g., hosting providers or identity verification services) who assist us, under strict confidentiality agreements.

- **Legal Requirements**: If required by law, such as in response to a court order or regulatory request.

We do not sell your data or share it with advertisers.

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#### 6. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely in a decentralised manner where possible, leveraging encryption, blockchain technology, and other advanced safeguards. Key measures include:

- End-to-end encryption for sensitive communications and transactions.

- Decentralised storage to prevent single points of failure or unauthorised access.

- Regular security audits to ensure the integrity of our systems.

We retain your data only for as long as necessary to provide our services or comply with legal obligations. You can request deletion of your Meta Profile and associated data at any time (see Section 9).

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#### 7. International Data Transfers

As a global ecosystem, your data may be processed outside the UK or European Economic Area (EEA). Where this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or reliance on jurisdictions with adequate data protection frameworks.

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#### 8. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the following rights:

- **Access**: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

- **Rectification**: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

- **Erasure**: Request deletion of your data (subject to legal or operational limitations).

- **Restriction**: Limit how we process your data in certain circumstances.

- **Portability**: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

- **Objection**: Object to processing based on legitimate interests.

- **Withdraw Consent**: Revoke consent where processing relies on it.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [insert contact email]. We will respond within one month, though this may be extended for complex requests.

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#### 9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyse usage, and ensure security. You can manage your preferences via your browser settings or our platform’s cookie consent tool. Essential cookies required for functionality cannot be disabled.

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#### 10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as our services evolve. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Significant updates will be communicated to you directly where appropriate.

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#### 11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or wish to exercise your rights, please reach out to us: on the contact form on the website

Alternatively, you can contact the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe we have not handled your data appropriately: [www.ico.org.uk](https://www.ico.org.uk).

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#### 12. Our Commitment to You

Privacy and control are at the core of iGov and Infinity (∞). We are building a decentralised future where you own your identity, govern your data, and shape the civilisation you live in. Thank you for trusting us on this journey.

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