1. Introduction
1.1 Our Commitment to Privacy
The Network Bank and its affiliates, herein referred to as The Network Bank Group, respect your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. comprises:
- The Network Bank (The Network Bank Ltd. Co.) - International banking services (Próspera ZEDE)
- The Network Labs Ltd. Co. - Brokerage and custody services (Próspera ZEDE)
- Network Clearing LLC - US payment and money services (Montana, USA) (Collectively, the "Companies," "we," "us," "our," or the "Group")
This Privacy Policy describes:
- What information we collect about you
- How we use your information
- When and with whom we share your information
- How we protect your information
- Your rights and choices regarding your information
- How to contact us with privacy questions
1.2 Scope
This Privacy Policy applies to:
- Our websites and mobile applications
- Banking services provided by The Network Bank (The Network Bank Ltd. Co.)
- Brokerage, custody, and exchange services provided by The Network Labs Ltd. Co.
- US payment and money services provided by Network Clearing LLC
- All related services and communications provided by entities within The Network Bank Group
1.3 Acceptance
By using our services, creating an account, or providing us with your information, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.
1.4 Changes to this Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other reasons. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date
- Sending notice to your registered email address
- Displaying a notice on our Platform Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide to Us
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
2.1.1 Account Registration Information
- Full legal name
- Date of birth
- Gender
- Nationality and citizenship
- Country of residence
- Email address
- Phone number
- Mailing address
- Tax identification number or equivalent
- Employment information (occupation, employer name)
- For entities: legal name, registration number, formation documents, beneficial owners, authorized representatives
2.1.2 Identity Verification Information
- Government-issued identification documents (passport, national ID, driver's license)
- Proof of address documents (utility bills, bank statements)
- Photographs or biometric information (facial recognition, fingerprints)
- Video verification recordings
2.1.3 Financial Information
- Bank account details (account numbers, routing numbers, IBAN, SWIFT/BIC codes)
- Payment card information (card numbers, expiration dates, CVV)
- Cryptocurrency wallet addresses
- Source of funds and source of wealth information
- Financial statements, tax returns, or other financial documentation
- Income, net worth, assets, and liabilities
- Credit history or credit reports (if applicable)
2.1.4 Transaction Information
- Details of deposits, withdrawals, transfers, and trades
- Order history and execution details
- Payment instructions and beneficiary information
- Blockchain transaction hashes and addresses
2.1.5 Communication Information
- Customer support inquiries and correspondence
- Feedback, reviews, or survey responses
- Messages sent through our Platform
- Phone call recordings (with your consent where required)
2.1.6 Profile and Preference Information
- Investment experience and objectives
- Risk tolerance and preferences
- Communication preferences
- Language preferences
- Profile settings and customizations
2.2 Information We Collect Automatically
When you use our services, we automatically collect certain information:
2.2.1 Device and Usage Information
- Device type, model, and operating system
- Browser type and version
- IP address and geolocation data
- Device identifiers (UDID, advertising ID)
- Mobile network information
- Time zone and language settings
2.2.2 Platform Usage Information
- Pages viewed and features used
- Time spent on pages or features
- Click paths and navigation patterns
- Search queries
- Login dates and times
- Session duration and frequency
2.2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
- Cookies (small text files stored on your device)
- Web beacons and pixel tags
- Local storage objects
- Session replay data For more information about cookies, please see our Cookies Policy.
2.3 Information from Third Parties
We may collect information about you from third parties, including:
2.3.1 Identity Verification Services
- Background checks and identity verification services
- Credit bureaus or credit reporting agencies
- Sanctions lists and watchlists
- Politically Exposed Person (PEP) databases
- Adverse media screening services
2.3.2 Blockchain and Public Sources
- Publicly available blockchain transaction data
- Wallet address activity and balances
- Public records and business registries
- Social media profiles (if you link them)
2.3.3 Service Providers
- Payment processors
- Sub-custodians and brokers
- Market data providers
- Analytics providers
2.3.4 Affiliates and Partners
- The Network Bank shares information with The Network Labs and vice versa
- Affiliated companies within our corporate group
- Business partners with whom we offer co-branded services
2.4 Inferences and Derived Information
We may create inferences or derived data based on the information we collect, including:
- Risk profiles and scores
- Investment preferences and patterns
- Behavior analysis and predictions
- Credit or suitability assessments
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Service Delivery
We use your information to provide, operate, and maintain our services, including:
- Opening and managing your account
- Verifying your identity and eligibility
- Processing transactions and orders
- Executing trades and transfers
- Providing custody and safekeeping of assets
- Calculating and collecting fees
- Providing customer support
- Communicating with you about your account and transactions
- Generating account statements and tax documents
3.2 Compliance and Legal Obligations
We use your information to comply with legal and regulatory requirements, including:
- Anti-money laundering (AML) and know-your-customer (KYC) compliance
- Sanctions screening and monitoring
- Suspicious activity detection and reporting
- Tax reporting and withholding
- Responding to legal process (subpoenas, court orders)
- Regulatory reporting and audits
- Record-keeping requirements
3.3 Risk Management and Security
We use your information to protect our services and users, including:
- Detecting and preventing fraud, money laundering, and illegal activity
- Monitoring transactions for suspicious patterns
- Verifying the authenticity of transactions
- Preventing unauthorized access
- Investigating security incidents
- Enforcing our terms and conditions
- Recovering debts or resolving disputes
3.4 Product Development and Improvement
We use your information to improve and develop our services, including:
- Analyzing usage patterns and trends
- Improving Platform features and functionality
- Developing new products or services
- Conducting research and data analysis
- Testing and quality assurance
3.5 Marketing and Communications
With your consent where required, we use your information to:
- Send promotional offers and product announcements
- Provide personalized recommendations
- Conduct market research and surveys
- Inform you of events, webinars, or educational content
You may opt out of marketing communications at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions in emails or updating your preferences in your account settings.
3.6 Corporate Transactions
We may use your information in connection with:
- Mergers, acquisitions, or sales of assets
- Financing or investment transactions
- Corporate restructuring
- Due diligence processes
3.7 Legal Purposes
We may use your information for legal purposes, including:
- Establishing, exercising, or defending legal claims
- Protecting our rights and property
- Enforcing agreements
- Complying with court orders or legal obligations
4. How We Share Your Information
4.1 Within The Network Bank Group
We share information freely between The Network Bank (The Network Bank Ltd. Co.), The Network Labs Ltd. Co., and Network Clearing LLC, as well as with other affiliated companies within The Network Bank Group, for:
- Providing integrated services across multiple entities
- Compliance and risk management
- Operational efficiency
- Product development
- Analytics and reporting
- Customer support and service delivery
- Fraud prevention and security
If you have accounts or services with multiple entities within The Network Bank Group, all entities will have access to your information as necessary to provide services.
4.2 Service Providers
We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:
- Identity verification and KYC providers
- Payment processors and correspondent banks
- Sub-custodians and brokers
- Technology infrastructure providers (cloud hosting, data centers)
- Customer support platforms
- Analytics and data processing services
- Marketing and communication platforms
- Legal, accounting, and auditing services
Service providers are contractually required to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
4.3 Regulatory Authorities and Law Enforcement
We may disclose information to:
- Regulatory authorities supervising our activities
- Law enforcement agencies investigating crimes
- Tax authorities for tax reporting and compliance
- Government agencies pursuant to legal obligations
- Courts or tribunals in response to legal process We disclose only the information required by law or legal process.
4.4 Fraud Prevention and Security
We may share information with:
- Fraud prevention services and databases
- Cybersecurity providers
- Other financial institutions to prevent and detect fraud
4.5 Blockchain Networks
When you conduct transactions involving Digital Assets:
- Transaction details are publicly visible on the blockchain, including transaction amounts, sender and recipient addresses, and timestamps
- While addresses are pseudonymous, it may be possible to link them to your identity
- We have no control over blockchain transparency or data visibility
4.6 Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, sale of assets, bankruptcy, or other corporate transaction:
- We may transfer your information to the successor entity
- Your information may be disclosed during due diligence
- The successor entity will be bound by this Privacy Policy (or will notify you of changes)
4.7 With Your Consent
We may share your information with third parties when you provide express consent, such as:
- Linking your account to third-party services
- Participating in co-branded offers or partnerships
- Authorizing specific disclosures
4.8 Aggregated and Anonymized Data
We may share aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified data that does not identify you personally, including:
- Statistical information about Platform usage
- Market research data
- Industry reports and analysis
4.9 No Sale of Personal Information
We do not sell your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.
5. International Data Transfers
5.1 Global Operations
Our operations are international, and your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including:
- Próspera ZEDE
- Countries where our service providers are located
- Countries where our servers or data centers are located
- Countries where our affiliates operate
5.2 Data Protection Standards
We implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information during international transfers, including:
- Standard contractual clauses
- Data processing agreements with service providers
- Security measures and encryption
- Compliance with applicable data protection laws
5.3 Consent to Transfer
By using our services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your country of residence. Some countries may not provide the same level of data protection as your home country. We take reasonable steps to ensure your information receives adequate protection wherever it is processed.
6. Data Security
6.1 Security Measures
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including:
- Encryption: Data is encrypted in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
- Access Controls: Restricted access to information on a need-to-know basis
- Multi-Factor Authentication: Required for account access and sensitive operations
- Firewalls and Network Security: Protection against unauthorized access
- Monitoring and Logging: Continuous monitoring for security incidents
- Regular Security Audits: Periodic assessments and penetration testing
- Employee Training: Security awareness and data protection training
- Incident Response Plan: Procedures for detecting and responding to breaches
6.2 Your Responsibilities
You play a critical role in protecting your information:
- Use strong, unique passwords for your account
- Enable multi-factor authentication when available
- Keep your login credentials confidential and do not share them
- Be vigilant against phishing and social engineering attacks
- Monitor your account regularly for unauthorized activity
- Report suspicious activity to us immediately
6.3 No Absolute Security
No security system is impenetrable. Despite our efforts, we cannot guarantee absolute security of your information. You acknowledge and accept the risk of unauthorized access, data breaches, or other security incidents.
6.4 Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that compromises your information, we will:
- Investigate the breach and take remedial action
- Notify affected individuals as required by applicable law
- Notify relevant regulatory authorities if required
- Provide information about the breach and steps you can take to protect yourself
7. Data Retention
7.1 Retention Period
We retain your information for as long as:
- Your account is active
- Necessary to provide services to you
- Required by law or regulation (typically 7+ years for financial records)
- Necessary for legitimate business purposes (compliance, dispute resolution, enforcement)
7.2 Deletion After Retention Period
After the retention period expires, we will:
- Securely delete or anonymize your information
- Destroy physical records
- Remove your information from active systems Some information may be retained in backup systems for a limited period before permanent deletion.
7.3 Legal Holds
If your information is subject to legal proceedings, investigations, or disputes, we may retain it beyond the standard retention period until the matter is resolved.
8. Your Rights and Choices
8.1 Access to Your Information
You have the right to:
- Access your personal information we hold
- Request a copy of your information in a portable format
- Verify the accuracy of your information
To request access, contact us at privacy@thenetworkbank.com.
8.2 Correction and Updates
You have the right to:
- Correct inaccurate information
- Update outdated information
- Complete incomplete information
You can update most information directly in your account settings. For other changes, contact us at privacy@thenetworkbank.com.
8.3 Deletion Requests
You may request deletion of your information, subject to:
- Legal retention requirements: We cannot delete information we are required to retain by law
- Ongoing obligations: We cannot delete information necessary for open transactions or obligations
- Legitimate business purposes: We may retain information for fraud prevention, dispute resolution, or legal compliance
To request deletion, close your account and contact us at privacy@thenetworkbank.com.
8.4 Objection and Restriction
You may object to or request restriction of certain processing activities, such as:
- Marketing communications (you may opt out at any time)
- Automated decision-making (if applicable and to the extent permitted by law)
- Certain data processing activities (subject to legal or contractual requirements)
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@thenetworkbank.com.
8.5 Marketing Opt-Out
You may opt out of marketing communications by:
- Clicking "unsubscribe" in marketing emails
- Updating your communication preferences in your account settings
- Contacting us at privacy@thenetworkbank.com
Note: Even if you opt out of marketing, we will still send transactional and account-related communications.
8.6 Cookie Choices
You can control cookies through your browser settings. See our Cookies Policy for details.
8.7 Limitations on Your Rights
Your rights may be limited by:
- Legal or regulatory obligations that require us to retain or process information
- Overriding legitimate business interests
- The rights and freedoms of others
- Technical feasibility
8.8 Response Timeframe
We will respond to your requests within a reasonable timeframe, typically within 30 days. If we need more time, we will notify you of the delay.
8.9 Verification
To protect your privacy, we will verify your identity before fulfilling requests. We may request additional information or documentation to confirm your identity.
8.10 No Fee
We do not charge a fee for processing requests, except in cases of excessive or repetitive requests, in which case we may charge a reasonable administrative fee.
9. Children's Privacy
9.1 Age Restrictions
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18 (or the age of majority in their jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect information from minors. If you are under 18, do not use our services or provide any information to us.
9.2 Parental Notice
If we become aware that we have collected information from a minor without proper consent, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately at privacy@thenetworkbank.com.
10. Third-Party Links and Services
10.1 External Websites
Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
10.2 Third-Party Services
If you link your account to third-party services (e.g., social media, external wallets, analytics tools), those third parties may collect information about you. Review the privacy policies of third-party services to understand their data practices.
11. Do Not Track Signals
11.1 DNT Disclosure
Some browsers support "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. Our Platform does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no industry consensus on how to handle them.
11.2 Cookie Controls
You can control cookies through your browser settings or by using cookie management tools. See our Cookies Policy for more information.
12. Automated Decision-Making
12.1 Use of Automated Systems
We may use automated systems and algorithms to:
- Assess your risk profile
- Detect fraud or suspicious activity
- Determine suitability for certain products
- Personalize your experience
- Make credit or account decisions
12.2 Human Review
Significant decisions (such as account closure or denial of services) involving automated processing may be subject to human review.
12.3 Right to Object
If you are subject to automated decision-making with significant effects, you may have the right to:
- Request human intervention
- Express your point of view
- Contest the decision
Contact us at privacy@thenetworkbank.com to exercise this right.
13. Entity-Specific Provisions
13.1 Banking Services (The Network Bank)
For banking services provided by The Network Bank (The Network Bank Ltd. Co.):
- Your banking information is protected according to financial privacy standards
- We do not share your banking information with third parties except as necessary for service delivery, compliance, or as required by law
- Account information is subject to banking regulations and confidentiality requirements
- Banking records are retained for at least 7 years
13.2 Brokerage and Custody Services (The Network Labs)
For brokerage and custody services provided by The Network Labs (The Network Labs Ltd. Co.):
- Your trading and investment information is protected according to securities regulations
- We may share information with sub-custodians, brokers, and exchanges as necessary to provide services
- Transaction data may be visible on public blockchains (for Digital Assets)
- Brokerage records are retained for at least 7 years
13.3 US Payment Services (Network Clearing)
For US payment and money services provided by Network Clearing (Network Clearing LLC):
- Your payment information is protected in accordance with US federal and state law
- We comply with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) privacy requirements
- We share information as necessary for payment processing and compliance
- Payment records are retained for at least 7 years
13.4 Information Sharing Among Group Entities
Information may be shared among entities within The Network Bank Group to provide integrated services, manage risk, ensure compliance, and improve customer experience. By using services from multiple Group entities, you consent to this information sharing.
14. Complaints and Dispute Resolution
14.1 Privacy Concerns
If you have concerns about our privacy practices, please contact us at privacy@thenetworkbank.com. We will investigate and respond promptly.
14.2 Supervisory Authority
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may have the right to lodge a complaint with:
- The supervisory authority in Próspera ZEDE
- The data protection authority in your jurisdiction (if applicable)
14.3 Dispute Resolution
Privacy disputes are subject to the dispute resolution provisions in our Master Terms and Conditions.
15. Contact Us
15.1 Privacy Officer
For privacy-related questions, requests, or concerns, contact our Privacy Officer:
The Network Bank Group
Attn: Privacy Officer
Email: privacy@thenetworkbank.com
15.2 Response Time
We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days. If we need additional time, we will notify you.
16. Changes to This Privacy Policy
16.1 Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy with a new "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notification
- Displaying a notice on our Platform
16.2 Review
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices.
16.3 Continued Use
Your continued use of our services after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
17. Additional Information
17.1 Language
This Privacy Policy is written in English. Translations are provided for convenience only. In case of inconsistency, the English version prevails.
17.2 Entire Agreement
This Privacy Policy, together with our Master Terms and Conditions and other applicable policies, constitutes the complete agreement regarding privacy.
17.3 Jurisdiction-Specific Provisions
Depending on your location, additional privacy rights or disclosures may apply. We will provide supplemental information as required by local law.
Acknowledgment
By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.