Team Solana — Build the Next Generation on Solana

Overview

Team Solana ("Team Solana," "we," "us," or "our") operates the website located at teamsolana.com and related digital properties (collectively, the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect information about you when you visit our Site, submit a project inquiry, apply to our developer network, or otherwise interact with us.

By using the Site, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Site.

This Privacy Policy does not apply to third-party websites, applications, or services that may be linked from our Site. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access.

Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us and information collected automatically when you use the Site.

Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

•Submit a project inquiry or application through our contact or project submission forms
•Apply to join the Team Solana developer network
•Subscribe to our newsletter or update list
•Contact us for any reason

This information may include your name, email address, phone number, company name, country, professional background, portfolio links, project descriptions, and any other information you choose to provide.

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Site, we may automatically collect certain technical information, including:

•IP address and approximate geographic location
•Browser type and version
•Operating system
•Pages visited and time spent on each page
•Referring URL
•Device type and screen resolution
•Interaction data such as clicks and scroll depth

We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to collect this information. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

- **To respond to inquiries.** We use contact information to respond to project submissions, developer applications, partnership inquiries, and general questions.

•To send communications. With your consent, we send newsletters, project updates, development announcements, and community information. You may unsubscribe at any time.
•To evaluate applications. We use developer and project application information to assess qualifications, technical fit, and project feasibility.
•To improve the Site. We use analytics data to understand how visitors use the Site and to improve its content, structure, and performance.
•To comply with legal obligations. We may use or disclose information as required by applicable law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
•To protect our rights. We may use information to detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions, abuse, and other illegal activities.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

Service Providers. We may share information with third-party vendors and service providers that perform services on our behalf, such as email delivery, analytics, hosting, and customer support. These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only as directed by us and in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Business Transfers. If Team Solana is involved in a merger, acquisition, reorganization, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have.

Legal Requirements. We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities, including to meet national security or law enforcement requirements.

Protection of Rights. We may disclose information when we believe disclosure is necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Team Solana, our users, or others.

With Your Consent. We may share your information for any other purpose with your explicit consent.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

Project inquiry and application information is retained for the duration of our evaluation process and for a reasonable period thereafter to support follow-up communications and record-keeping.

Newsletter subscriber information is retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

Analytics and technical data is retained in accordance with the data retention policies of our analytics providers.

You may request deletion of your personal information at any time by contacting us at the address provided below. We will respond to deletion requests within a reasonable time, subject to any legal obligations to retain certain records.

Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, and destruction.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your information. You transmit information to us at your own risk.

If you believe your information has been compromised, please contact us immediately at the address provided below.

Third-Party Services and Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites, applications, and services, including blockchain explorers, wallet providers, development tools, and social media platforms. These third-party services operate independently and are not governed by this Privacy Policy.

We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through links on our Site.

We may use third-party analytics services, including but not limited to Google Analytics, to collect and analyze usage data. These services may collect information about your use of the Site and other websites. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:

- **Access.** The right to request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

•Correction. The right to request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal information.
•Deletion. The right to request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.
•Opt-Out. The right to opt out of receiving marketing communications from us at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or by contacting us directly.
•Data Portability. In certain circumstances, the right to receive your personal information in a structured, machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable time and in accordance with applicable law.

Residents of the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and California may have additional rights under applicable data protection laws. Please contact us for more information.

Children's Privacy

The Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 18, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will post the updated Privacy Policy on this page with a revised effective date.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

If we make material changes to this Privacy Policy, we will provide notice through the Site or by other means as required by applicable law.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our Contact page or by submitting an inquiry through the Site.

Team Solana is an independent development and community organization. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or operated by Solana Labs or the Solana Foundation.