Privacy Policy

This privacy policy ("policy") will help you understand how Forging Block ("us", "we", "our") uses and protects the data you provide to us when you visit and use Forgingblock.io ("website", "service") and our Android mobile application ("app").

We reserve the right to change this policy at any given time, of which you will be promptly updated. If you want to make sure that you are up to date with the latest changes, we advise you to frequently visit this page.

What User Data We Collect

When you visit the website or use our Android app, we may collect the following data, including but not limited to:

• Your IP address.
• Your contact information and email address.
• Other information such as interests and preferences.
• Data profile regarding your online behavior on our website or in the app.
• Information about your visits to and use of this website or app.
• Information that you provide to us for the purpose of inquiring about our products and services and/or subscribing to our email notifications.

For merchants and shoppers

• When opening an account, we may collect:
  • Name
  • Email address
  • Date of birth
  • Identification documents (passport, driver’s license)
• We may also collect Personal Data from shoppers:
  • Email address
  • IP addresses
  • Phone number

Additional Data Collected by the Android App

When using our Android app, additional permissions and data access may be required to ensure proper functionality:

• INTERNET – Allows the app to connect to our servers and process transactions.
• READ/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE – Allows the app to access and store files such as invoices, receipts, and images provided by the user.
• CAMERA – Allows the app to capture photos or scan QR codes for payment processing or identity verification.
• GET_ACCOUNTS – Allows the app to read account information for login or authentication purposes.
• BLUETOOTH & BLUETOOTH_ADMIN / BLUETOOTH_CONNECT / BLUETOOTH_SCAN – Allows the app to connect to compatible Bluetooth devices, such as receipt printers. Bluetooth scanning may require location access.
• ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION & ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION – Used when Bluetooth scanning or location-based services are required (e.g., finding nearby payment terminals).

These permissions are used solely to provide the core functionalities of the app and are not used for unrelated purposes.

Why We Collect Your Data

• To better understand your needs.
• To improve our services and products.
• To send you promotional emails containing the information we think you will find interesting.
• To contact you to fill out surveys and participate in other types of market research.
• To customize our website and app according to your usage and personal preferences.

Safeguarding and Securing the Data

We are committed to securing your data and keeping it confidential. We have done all in our power to prevent data theft, unauthorized access, and disclosure by implementing the latest technologies and software, which help us safeguard all the information we collect online and through the app.

Our Cookie Policy

A cookie is a small amount of data, often including a unique identifier, stored on your device. We and our Ad Partners use cookies to record session information. Ad Partners may use web beacons to collect anonymous data for analytics and advertising purposes.

You can opt-out of Google Analytics data collection with the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. More info at allaboutcookies.org.

EU and EEA Users’ Rights

If you are in the EU/EEA, you have rights to access, rectify, download, erase, restrict, or object to processing of your personal data, as well as to opt-out of marketing communications.

Links to Other Websites

Our website and app may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the data and privacy protection of those sites. Please review their privacy policies separately.

Additional Disclosures

• We may disclose information as required by law.
• In connection with legal proceedings.
• To establish, exercise or defend our legal rights, including fraud prevention and credit risk reduction.

Restricting the Collection of Your Personal Data

You can restrict the use and collection of your personal data by emailing us at info@forgingblock.io. We will not lease, sell, or distribute your personal information to any third parties without your permission, unless required by law.