What is the Pi Network’s third-party policy?
The Pi Network’s third-party policy outlines how user data is collected, processed, and shared, focusing on cross-border transfers and the handling of information from other sources. It emphasizes user consent, legal compliance, and safeguarding personal information. For further details, visit the Pi Network Privacy Policy here.
Introduction
Understanding the data-sharing practices of the Pi Network is crucial for users who value transparency and control over their personal information. The Pi Network’s third-party policy elaborates on how user data is handled, focusing on cross-border data transfers, information gathered from other sources, and the purposes for which this data is utilized. This article delves into the key components of the third-party policy, ensuring users are informed about their rights and the practices that govern their data.
What Pi Network Collect
Pi Network collect personal information about you in the following ways:
1) from you when you voluntarily submit information directly to Pi Network;
2) using automated technology, including when you visit Pi Network Site, social media, or communications; and
3) using third party sources, including Pi Network service providers, analytics providers, and social media companies.
Automated technology collects information from your mobile device and includes cookies, web beacons, local shared objects, or other similar technology. More information is given below in the “Cookies and Other Technology” section.
Pi Network may make full use of all information that is de-identified, aggregated, or otherwise not in personally identifiable form. Pi Network may combine data collected from third party sources.
Information Pi Network Obtain from Others
The Pi Network may also gather information about you from third-party sources, which can enhance the information obtained from your use of the services. This includes:
- User-Provided Information: If another user allows the platform to access their device’s phonebook or email contacts, and you are one of their contacts, the Pi Network may combine that information with other data collected about you.
- Social Media Logins: The platform offers login options through Facebook or Apple, and with your consent, these companies provide information that you authorize.
- Social Media Widgets: The Pi Network’s site may feature social media functionalities, like the Facebook “like” button, which can track your use of the site. These features might collect your personal information and are governed by the privacy policy of the respective company.
Importance of Consent
The collection, processing, and transfer of your information are essential for the Pi Network to provide its services effectively. Without your consent, the platform cannot authenticate your account, verify your identity, facilitate mining, or establish security circles—all of which are necessary for delivering services. Thus, if you choose not to consent to the collection, processing, and transfer of your data, the Pi Network will be unable to provide its services to you.
Sharing of Personal Information
The Pi Network does not share or sell the personal information that users provide to other organizations without express consent, except as described in this Privacy Policy. Pi Network disclose personal information to third parties under the following circumstances:
Affiliates
Pi Network may disclose your personal information to Pi Network subsidiaries and corporate affiliates for purposes consistent with this Privacy Policy.
Business Transfers
Pi Network may share personal information when it contemplates or enter into a business deal, or negotiate a business deal, involving the sale or transfer of all or part of Pi Network business or assets. These deals can include any merger, financing, acquisition, or bankruptcy transaction or proceeding.
Compliance with Laws and Law Enforcement; Protection and Safety
Pi Network may share personal information for legal, protection, and safety purposes. This includes sharing information to comply with laws, respond to lawful requests, and protect the rights and property of Pi Network agents, customers, and others. This also involves enforcing Pi Network agreements, policies, and Terms of Use. In emergencies, Pi Network may share information to protect the safety of Pi Network employees, agents, customers, or any person.
Professional Advisors and Service Providers
Pi Network may share information with those who need it to perform work for Pi Network to provide the services. These recipients may include third-party companies and individuals responsible for administering and delivering the services on Pi Network behalf, such as customer support, hosting, email delivery, database management, and identity KYC validators (identity verifiers). This can also extend to professional advisors, including lawyers, bankers, auditors, and insurers.
KYC Validators
In the Pi KYC app accessible through the Pi Browser, KYC validators may be individual Pioneers from your country or region who have passed the Pi KYC and agreed to the SocialChain Validator Services Agreement, which includes a Data Processing Agreement. The information shared with a specific KYC validator will only be a subset of your KYC data to assist with identity verification. Please refer to the KYC App design for more details on how KYC validators access your information.
Mergers and Acquisitions
If SocialChain becomes involved in a merger, asset sale, financing, liquidation, or acquisition of all or part of Pi Network business to another company, Pi Network may share your information with that company before and after the transaction closes.
Aggregated or De-Identified Information
Pi Network may share aggregated or de-identified information with third parties that cannot reasonably be used to identify you.
Advertising Networks
Pi Network do not share any data with ad networks directly. However, the ad networks used within Pi Network apps may request an anonymized advertising identifier from your phone’s operating system, such as iOS or Android, to serve you more relevant ads.
Other
You may permit Pi Network to share your personal information with other companies or entities of your choosing. Such uses will be subject to the privacy policies of the recipient entities.
Cross-Border Data Transfer
Data Transfer to the United States
When you engage with the Pi Network, your personal data may be transferred to, processed, and stored in the United States. It’s important to note that data protection laws in the U.S. may differ from those in your country of residence. By using the services or visiting the website, you consent to the transfer of your information, including personal data, to the U.S. as outlined in the Privacy Policy.
Whenever your personal information is transferred outside the European Economic Area (EEA) to the U.S. or to countries not recognized by the European Commission as having adequate data protection, the transfer will rely on data transfer mechanisms approved by the European Commission to ensure adequate protection of your personal data.
Transfers to Third Parties
Personal data may also be shared with courts, government authorities, third-party vendors, and business partners, some of whom may be located outside the EU. If these recipients are in countries that do not have adequate protection as determined by the European Commission, the Pi Network establishes data transfer agreements based on the applicable Standard Contractual Clauses to safeguard the transferred data. In specific instances, the platform may utilize statutory derogations for international data transfers.
If you need more information about the specific mechanisms employed when transferring personal data outside the EEA, please reach out to the Pi Network.
How Pi Network Use Information?
To Provide Services
The Pi Network uses your information to:
- Develop, operate, improve, deliver, maintain, and protect its services.
- Communicate with you by sending confirmations, technical notices, updates, and support messages.
- Monitor and analyze usage patterns.
- Personalize services by suggesting friends, customizing content, or tailoring ads.
- Enhance safety and security against fraudulent or unauthorized activities.
- Use information gathered from cookies and other technologies to improve the user experience.
To Comply with Legal Obligations
The platform utilizes your personal information as necessary to comply with applicable laws, lawful requests, and legal processes, including responding to subpoenas or requests from government authorities.
To Optimize the Platform
Your information may be used to maintain and enhance the user experience, including responding to comments and questions related to the services, as well as providing general customer service.
To Fulfill User Requests
With your consent, the Pi Network may share your personal information in accordance with your requests, such as when you instruct the platform to perform a specific action regarding your data or opt into third-party marketing communications.
Conclusion
The Pi Network’s third-party policy is designed to ensure transparency, legal compliance, and user control over personal information. By clearly outlining data transfer practices, the collection of information from other sources, and the ways in which user data is utilized, the Pi Network fosters trust among its users. Understanding these policies is essential for users to navigate their interactions with the platform confidently.
Key Takeaways
- Personal data may be transferred to the U.S., subject to differing data protection laws.
- User consent is vital for the collection, processing, and transfer of data necessary for service provision.
- The Pi Network may obtain information from other users and third-party sources to enhance services.
- Data may be used for legal compliance, service optimization, and fulfilling user requests.
- Users are encouraged to review the full privacy policy for comprehensive details on data practices.
