# Privacy Policy

### Introduction <a href="#introduction" id="introduction"></a>

MesoReefDAO Foundation A.C. ("we," "us," or "our"), a civil association under Mexican law operating as a decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) focused on coral reef conservation through DeSci, is committed to protecting the privacy of our users ("you" or "your"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you interact with our platform, website, services, smart contracts, on-chain governance, and community contributions. By using our Services, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our [Terms of Use](https://mesoreefdao.gitbook.io/terms-and-conditions/).

### Information We Collect <a href="#information-we-collect" id="information-we-collect"></a>

We may collect:

* **Personal Information**: Name, email, wallet address, KYC data (ID, proof of address) required for compliance with Mexico's LFPIORPI (anti-money laundering law).
* **Usage Data**: IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent, on-chain interactions.
* **Transaction Data**: Crypto donations, token transactions, governance votes.
* **Governance Data**: Proposals, votes cast with legitimate tokens.

### How We Use Your Information <a href="#how-we-use-your-information" id="how-we-use-your-information"></a>

We use information to:

* Operate the platform and execute mission-aligned projects.
* Process crypto donations (reporting to SAT/UIF per Mexican law).
* Facilitate decentralized governance and consensus decision-making.
* Verify identity for transactions exceeding UIF thresholds.
* Comply with LFPIORPI, Ley Fintech, and LFFAOSC regulations.
* Communicate DAO updates via Discord/Telegram/GitBook.

### Information Sharing and Disclosure <a href="#information-sharing-and-disclosure" id="information-sharing-and-disclosure"></a>

We share information:

* With verified DAO members for governance transparency.
* Licensed service providers (hosting, blockchain analytics) bound by confidentiality.
* Mexican authorities (UIF/SAT/CNBV) for legal compliance or suspicious activity reports.
* Affiliated Delaware entities (DAO wrapper) for token/crowdfunding operations.

### User Rights and Responsibilities <a href="#user-rights-and-responsibilities" id="user-rights-and-responsibilities"></a>

Per Mexico's LFPDPPP and your obligations under our Terms:

* **Your Rights**: Access, correct, delete, or withdraw consent for your data.
* **KYC/AML**: Provide truthful information; unverified users may be denied access.
* **Prohibited**: No use for illegal activities, fraud, or money laundering.

### Data Security and Liability <a href="#data-security-and-liability" id="data-security-and-liability"></a>

We implement reasonable security for on-chain/off-chain data. However, blockchain transactions are public/immutable. We follow Terms limitations: no liability for technical failures, token volatility, hacks, or indirect damages per LFPIORPI/Ley Fintech limits.

### Governing Law and Dispute Resolution <a href="#governing-law-and-dispute-resolution" id="governing-law-and-dispute-resolution"></a>

Mexican law applies (Mexico jurisdiction). Disputes follow consensus approaches first, then formal litigation per Terms.

### Changes to Policy <a href="#changes-to-policy" id="changes-to-policy"></a>

Updates notified via Discord/Telegram/GitBook/website with DAO member vote per Terms. Continued use = acceptance.

### Contact <a href="#contact" id="contact"></a>

<info@mesoreefdao.org>, [Discord](https://discord.com/invite/UhGbd3cHcU), [Telegram](https://t.me/+INdKd7fC0XI0YjMx), [GitBook](https://mesoreefdao.gitbook.io/mesoreefdao/), [X](https://x.com/MesoReefDAO).


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