Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Hawkrel Inc. ("we", "us", or "our"), as operator of the website at arureserve.com (the "Website"), collects, uses, and protects information when you use the Website. It should be read together with our Terms of Service.

1. Who we are

The Website is operated by Hawkrel Inc. For the purposes of applicable data-protection law, Hawkrel Inc. is the controller of personal data collected through the Website. If you have any questions about this Policy or how your information is handled, you can contact us at [email protected].

2. Scope of this Policy

This Policy applies to information collected through the Website. It does not apply to any separate subscription, redemption, or onboarding process for the ARU token, which is operated under separate agreements and privacy terms, nor to third-party services, exchanges, or wallets that you may use independently of the Website.

3. Information we collect

We aim to collect as little personal data as possible. Depending on how you use the Website, we may collect:

• •Information you provide directly. If you contact us (for example, by email or through a contact form), we collect the information you choose to provide, such as your name, email address, and the content of your message.
• •Technical and usage information. When you visit the Website, our servers and service providers may automatically collect technical information such as your IP address, browser type, device information, referring pages, and the dates and times of your visits.
• •Cookies and similar technologies. The Website may use cookies and similar technologies to operate correctly and to understand how the Website is used, as described in Section 7.

We do not intentionally collect special categories of personal data through the Website, and we do not require you to create an account to browse it.

4. How we use information

We use the information we collect to:

• •operate, maintain, and secure the Website;
• •respond to your enquiries and communicate with you;
• •understand and improve how the Website is used;
• •detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or misuse; and
• •comply with applicable legal and regulatory obligations.

We do not sell your personal data, and we do not use it for automated decision-making that produces legal or similarly significant effects.

5. Legal bases for processing

Where applicable data-protection law requires a legal basis for processing your personal data, we rely on one or more of the following: your consent; our legitimate interests in operating and improving the Website and keeping it secure; the performance of a contract with you or steps taken at your request; and compliance with a legal obligation.

6. How we share information

We do not sell personal data. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

• •Service providers. With third parties that provide hosting, infrastructure, analytics, and security services on our behalf, under obligations of confidentiality and data protection.
• •Legal and regulatory. Where required to comply with applicable law, regulation, legal process, or an enforceable governmental request, or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
• •Corporate transactions. In connection with a merger, acquisition, reorganisation, or sale of assets, in which case any recipient will be bound by terms consistent with this Policy.

7. Cookies and analytics

The Website may use cookies and similar technologies that are strictly necessary for it to function, and, where permitted, analytics cookies that help us understand how the Website is used. Where required by applicable law, we will request your consent before setting non-essential cookies. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling certain cookies may affect how the Website functions.

8. International transfers

We and our service providers may process information in countries other than the one in which you are located. Where personal data is transferred across borders, we take steps intended to ensure that it remains protected in a manner consistent with this Policy and applicable law.

9. Data retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Policy, including to operate the Website, to respond to enquiries, and to comply with our legal, accounting, or regulatory obligations. When personal data is no longer required, we take reasonable steps to delete or anonymise it.

10. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures designed to protect information against unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

11. Your rights

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have rights in relation to your personal data, including the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict its processing, the right to object to processing, the right to data portability, and the right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at [email protected]. You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data-protection authority.

12. Children

The Website is not directed at children, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us and we will take reasonable steps to delete it.

13. Third-party links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites and resources. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those third parties, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing them with any personal data.

14. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Policy from time to time by posting the updated version on the Website with a revised "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Website after any change constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

15. Contact

If you have any questions or requests regarding this Policy or your personal data, please contact us at [email protected].

This Privacy Policy applies to the arureserve.com website only and does not form part of any offering document, subscription agreement, or definitive legal agreement relating to the ARU token.