Privacy Policy — Bitcoin Gate

Hey there — we're Bitcoin Gate, and we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how we use it, and what choices you have. We've tried to keep things clear and human-readable, but this is still a legal document, so please read it carefully.

By using Bitcoin Gate (the "Platform"), you agree to the practices described below.

1. Who We Are

Bitcoin Gate (bitcoingate.net) is a Bitcoin education and financial planning platform. When we say "we," "us," or "our," we mean Bitcoin Gate and its operators. When we say "you" or "user," we mean you — the person using our website, tools, calculators, courses, or any other part of the Platform.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account information — When you sign up, we collect your email address and any profile details you choose to provide (such as a display name).
Communications — If you contact us, subscribe to our newsletter, or participate in surveys, we collect the information you share in those interactions.
Course and tool usage — When you use our calculators, courses, or other interactive tools, we may collect the inputs you provide (e.g., savings targets, DCA parameters) to deliver results and improve our services.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit or use the Platform, we automatically collect certain technical and usage data, including:

Device and browser information — Browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and language preferences.
Log data — IP address, pages visited, referring/exit pages, timestamps, and clickstream data.
Cookies and similar technologies — We use cookies, local storage, and similar tracking technologies to remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and understand how you use the Platform. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect functionality.

2.3 Analytics and Third-Party Tools

We use analytics services and third-party integrations to understand how the Platform is used and to improve your experience. These currently include, but are not limited to:

Google Analytics (GA4)— For website traffic analysis, user behaviour insights, and performance measurement. Google Analytics may collect data such as your IP address (anonymised where applicable), pages visited, session duration, and demographic/interest data. Google's privacy policy applies to data they process: https://policies.google.com/privacy.
Google Search Console — For understanding how users find us through search engines.
Supabase — Our backend and authentication provider. Your account data and usage data are stored on Supabase infrastructure.
Vercel — Our hosting provider, which may collect server logs and performance metrics.
Beehiiv — Our newsletter platform, which processes your email address and engagement data (opens, clicks) when you subscribe.

We may add, remove, or change analytics tools and integrations at any time. We will update this policy accordingly, but the general principle remains: we use third-party services to operate, analyse, and improve the Platform, and those services may process your data according to their own privacy policies.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide and operate the Platform — Deliver our tools, calculators, courses, and content to you.
Create and manage your account — Authenticate you, maintain your profile, and track your progress (e.g., course completion, points earned).
Send marketing communications — When you create an account on Bitcoin Gate, you agree to receive marketing emails from us, including newsletters, product updates, educational content, promotions, and information about our partners and affiliates. Every marketing email includes a clear and easy unsubscribe option, and you can opt out at any time — no hard feelings.
Send transactional communications — Account confirmations, password resets, security alerts, and other service-related messages. These are not marketing and are necessary for the operation of your account.
Analyse and improve — Understand usage patterns, diagnose technical issues, measure the effectiveness of our content, and improve the Platform.
Personalise your experience — Tailor content, recommendations, and features based on your usage and preferences.
Comply with legal obligations — Respond to lawful requests, enforce our Terms, and protect our rights.

4. Marketing Communications and Your Consent

By creating an account on Bitcoin Gate, you consent to receive marketing communications from us via email. This includes newsletters, educational content, product announcements, promotional offers, and information about our affiliate partners' products and services.

You can withdraw this consent at any time by:

Clicking the unsubscribe link in any marketing email.
Updating your communication preferences in your account settings.
Contacting us directly at the email address listed below.

We will process your opt-out request promptly. Please note that opting out of marketing communications does not affect transactional emails necessary for your account.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

Essential functionality — Authentication, security, and remembering your preferences.
Analytics — Understanding how you use the Platform so we can improve it.
Marketing — Measuring the effectiveness of our content and affiliate partnerships.

Third-party services we integrate with (such as Google Analytics) may also set their own cookies. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some features of the Platform may not work properly without them.

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

Service providers — With third-party providers who help us operate the Platform (hosting, analytics, email delivery, authentication). These providers process data on our behalf and are contractually required to protect it.
Affiliate partners— If you click an affiliate link and are redirected to a third-party service (such as Binance, Trezor, or others), that service's privacy policy governs the data they collect. We may share anonymised or aggregated data with affiliate partners for reporting purposes, but we do not share your personal information with them unless you directly provide it to them.
Legal requirements — If required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request.
Protection of rights — To enforce our Terms, protect the safety and security of our users, or protect our legal rights.
Business transfers — In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred as part of the transaction.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you with our services. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymise your personal data within a reasonable timeframe, except where we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes (e.g., fraud prevention, dispute resolution, or compliance with financial regulations).

Analytics data may be retained in aggregated, anonymised form indefinitely.

8. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (HTTPS), secure authentication, and access controls. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for keeping your account credentials confidential.

9. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

Access the personal data we hold about you.
Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
Delete your personal data (subject to legal retention requirements).
Restrict or object to certain processing of your data.
Data portability — Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
Withdraw consent — Where processing is based on consent (e.g., marketing emails), you may withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.

10. International Data Transfers

The Platform is operated using services located in various jurisdictions. Your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including countries that may not provide the same level of data protection. By using the Platform, you consent to such transfers.

11. Children's Privacy

Bitcoin Gate is not directed at anyone under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 18, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top. If changes are material, we will notify you via email or a prominent notice on the Platform. Your continued use of the Platform after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us at:

Email: hello@bitcoingate.net
Website: https://www.bitcoingate.net