1. Overview
This Privacy Policy (“Policy”) explains how Maximus Foundation, a Cayman Islands foundation (“Maximus,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), collects, uses, and discloses information when you (“you” or “your”) access or use:- maximus.trade, api.maximus.trade, docs.maximus.trade, and any other Maximus-branded sites, mobile-apps, or interfaces (collectively, the “Site”);
- the decentralized-exchange smart contracts deployed on the Fogo blockchain (the “Smart Contracts”); and
- Maximus’s official social channels (for example, Discord, Telegram, and X (Twitter)).
Capitalized terms not defined here have the meanings given in the Terms of Use.
2. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Policy at any time. The “Last Updated” date above shows the latest revision. Continued use of the Site after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.3. Information We Collect
Category Examples Source Public-chain data Wallet addresses, transaction history, token balances, referral codes, leaderboard scores On-chain indexing services operated by Maximus Identifiers Email address (if you voluntarily join a mailing list) • Social handle or username (Discord, Telegram, X) when you interact with us Directly from you Device & usage data Browser type, operating system, URL paths, pages viewed, time on page, timestamp, coarse IP address and geolocation (country/region-level), user-agent, error logs Automatically via cookies, HTML5 storage, and server logs We do not request or store your real name, phone number, or street address.4. How We Use Information
We process this information to:- Operate, maintain, and improve the Site and Smart Contracts
- Provide analytics, referral-program dashboards, and leaderboards based on public-chain data
- Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, abuse, or security incidents
- Enforce compliance and restricted-territory access controls (see Section 11)
Communicate service updates or security notices through official public channels (see Section 10) - Respond to lawful requests from regulators or law-enforcement agencies
- Fullfil other purposes compatible with these uses and permitted by applicable law
5. Sharing of Information
Scenario Recipients Notes Service provision Analytics and cloud-hosting providers (e.g., Google Analytics, AWS) Receive pseudonymised IP and event data under appropriate transfer safeguards Legal or compliance Regulators or law-enforcement authorities Only when required by law or valid order Corporate events Successors (e.g., merger or reorganization) Transfers remain subject to this Policy Aggregated / de-identified General public Data cannot reasonably identify you With your direction Any third party you explicitly authorize e.g., a partner integration We do not share analytics data with advertisers.6. Cookies & Local Storage
We use:- First-party cookies (Google Analytics) for page-view and engagement metrics — set only after you click “Accept Analytics” on the consent banner shown to EEA/UK/Swiss visitors.
- HTML5 localStorage / sessionStorage to remember preferences, secure sessions, improve load times, and enable referral or leaderboard features.
7. Data Retention
Data Type Retention Period On-chain public data Permanent (on Fogo blockchain) Google Analytics logs Google’s default (14 months, subject to change) Mailing-list emails Until you unsubscribe or the list is discontinued Referral / leaderboard snapshots As long as the program is active8. Security
We employ industry-standard safeguards including HTTPS in transit, role-based access controls, least-privilege permissions, and periodic security reviews of infrastructure and Smart Contracts. We perform occasional third-party audits of critical code. Report vulnerabilities to info@maximus.trade. No online service can guarantee absolute security, but we strive to protect information within our control.9. Your Rights & Choices
Where applicable law grants you rights (e.g., access, correction, erasure, restriction, portability, objection, withdrawal of consent), Maximus will honor those rights to the extent legally required and technically feasible. To make a request, email info@maximus.trade or message us through our official social channel from the wallet or account associated with your request. We may ask for proof of control (e.g., a signed wallet message). We cannot alter or delete information stored on public blockchains.10. Security Incident Notification
If Maxmius becomes aware of a data-security incident affecting information within our control, we will notify users through official public channels (such as the Maximus Discord, Telegram, or X account) without undue delay, subject to any law-enforcement constraints.11. Sanctioned & Restricted Jurisdictions
As stated in the Terms of Use, Maximus blocks or restricts access from certain jurisdictions (including the United States and other OFAC-sanctioned regions). We use coarse IP-based geolocation and other technical signals solely to enforce these restrictions. This is not used for profiling or advertising.12. International Transfers
Where analytics or infrastructure providers process data outside your region, we use appropriate safeguards such as the EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) and, for the UK, the UK Addendum / IDTA. Copies are available upon request.13. Additional Notice for EEA, United Kingdom & Switzerland Residents
Data Controller: Maximus Foundation (Cayman Islands) — info@maximus.trade Purpose Legal Basis Site operation and Smart-Contract interaction Performance of a contract (our Terms of Use) Security logging and abuse prevention Legitimate interests Analytics cookies Consent (via banner) International transfers: Analytics data may be processed outside your region under SCCs or the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (as applicable to the provider). Your rights: Access • Rectification • Erasure • Restriction • Portability • Objection • Withdraw consent (see Section 9). Cookies: Strictly necessary storage runs by default; analytics cookies load only after opt-in and can be withdrawn anytime via “Cookie Settings” in the Site footer.14. Use by Minors
The Site is not directed to individuals under 18 years of age (or the age of majority in their jurisdiction, if higher). We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe a child has provided personal information, contact us at info@maximus.trade, and we will delete it.15. No Advisory Relationship
Communications through the Site or our social channels are informational only and do not constitute investment, legal, or tax advice. No fiduciary relationship is created.16. Contact
- Privacy: info@maximus.trade