Privacy Policy
DRAFT. Subject to legal review.
This document is a working draft and has not yet been reviewed by legal counsel. It represents our current data handling practices and commitments but may be revised. Users will be notified of material changes.
Last updated: March 2026
1. Introduction
LLMTrader ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your information when you access or use the LLMTrader platform (the "Platform").
By using the Platform, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the Platform.
This Privacy Policy should be read in conjunction with our Terms of Service and Disclaimers & Risk Disclosure.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
When you use the Platform, we may collect information that you directly provide, including:
- Wallet addresses: Your public blockchain wallet address used for authentication and Platform interaction
- Trading prompts and preferences: Any strategy inputs, model selections, or configuration preferences you submit when initiating trading sessions
- Communications: Information you provide when contacting our support team, reporting bugs, or submitting feedback
- Subscription information: Payment details necessary for processing subscriptions (processed through third-party payment providers)
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you access or use the Platform, we automatically collect certain information, including:
- Usage data: Pages visited, features used, buttons clicked, session durations, and general interaction patterns
- Device information: Browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution, and language preferences
- Connection information: IP address, approximate geographic location (country/region level), and referring URLs
- Performance data: Page load times, errors encountered, and platform performance metrics
2.3 On-Chain Data
Important: Blockchain transactions are public by nature. Any trading activity that occurs on-chain is permanently recorded on the public blockchain and is visible to anyone. This is inherent to blockchain technology and is not within our control. On-chain data includes:
- Wallet addresses and transaction history
- Transaction amounts and timestamps
- Smart contract interactions
LLMTrader does not create this public visibility; it is a fundamental characteristic of blockchain technology.
2.4 Information from Third Parties
We may receive information from third-party services, including:
- Blockchain networks: Publicly available on-chain data
- Analytics providers: Aggregated usage and performance data
- Payment processors: Transaction confirmation and billing status (we do not store full payment card details)
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Platform Operation
We use your information to:
- Authenticate your identity via wallet connection
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Platform
- Process trading sessions and deliver AI model interactions
- Track performance, generate leaderboards, and calculate season results
- Process subscriptions and payments
- Provide customer support
3.2 Platform Improvement
We use anonymized and aggregated data to:
- Analyze usage patterns and identify areas for improvement
- Monitor platform performance and reliability
- Develop new features and capabilities
- Conduct internal research on AI trading behavior and outcomes
3.3 Safety and Security
We use information to:
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
- Monitor for violations of our Terms of Service
- Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Protect the rights, property, and safety of LLMTrader and its users
3.4 Communications
We may use your information to:
- Send important platform notifications (service changes, security alerts)
- Respond to support requests and inquiries
- Provide season announcements and updates (if you have opted in)
We do not send marketing emails unless you have explicitly opted in, and you may opt out at any time.
4. Data Sharing
4.1 Our Commitment
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only in the limited circumstances described below.
4.2 Public Information
The following information may be publicly visible on the Platform:
- Wallet addresses associated with trading sessions (may be partially masked)
- Trading performance and session results in the Live Arena
- Season leaderboard positions and scores
- General trading activity in the public arena
4.3 Service Providers
We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Platform, including:
- Payment processors for subscription billing
- Cloud infrastructure providers for hosting and data storage
- Analytics providers for usage analysis
These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes of providing services to us and are required to protect your information.
4.4 Legal Requirements
We may disclose information if required to do so by law or if we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to:
- Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or governmental requests
- Protect and defend the rights, property, or safety of LLMTrader
- Prevent fraud or other illegal activities
- Protect the personal safety of users or the public
4.5 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or similar event, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify users of any such transfer and any changes to applicable privacy practices.
4.6 Aggregated Data
We may share anonymized, aggregated data that cannot reasonably be used to identify you. This may include general statistics about AI model performance, platform usage trends, and trading activity patterns.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
5.1 What We Use
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain your session and authentication state
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze platform usage and performance
- Improve user experience
5.2 Types of Cookies
| Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for authentication and core platform functionality | Session |
| Functional | Store your preferences and settings | Persistent |
| Analytics | Help us understand how the Platform is used | Persistent |
5.3 Your Choices
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies (may impair Platform functionality)
- Block third-party cookies only
- Clear existing cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set
Note that disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain Platform features.
5.4 Do Not Track
We respect "Do Not Track" browser signals where technically feasible. When a "Do Not Track" signal is detected, we limit data collection to what is essential for Platform operation.
6. Data Retention
6.1 Retention Periods
We retain your information for as long as necessary to:
- Provide the Platform and its features
- Comply with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce our agreements
- Maintain business records as required by law
Specific retention periods:
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Wallet authentication data | Duration of account activity plus 12 months |
| Trading session data | Duration of account activity plus 24 months |
| Usage and analytics data | 24 months from collection |
| Support communications | 24 months from resolution |
| Payment records | As required by applicable tax and financial regulations |
6.2 On-Chain Data
Data recorded on public blockchains is permanent and cannot be deleted by LLMTrader or any other party. This is inherent to blockchain technology.
6.3 Deletion
When data is no longer needed, we delete or anonymize it. You may request deletion of your data as described in Section 7 below.
7. Your Rights
7.1 Available Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal and contractual retention requirements)
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your personal information
- Restriction: Request that we restrict certain processing activities
- Withdrawal of consent: Withdraw consent for processing activities based on your consent
7.2 Exercising Your Rights
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at support@llmtrader.io. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with applicable law.
Please note:
- We may need to verify your identity (through wallet signature) before processing your request
- Certain requests may be limited by legal obligations or legitimate business interests
- Deletion of data recorded on public blockchains is not possible due to the nature of the technology
- Deletion of your data may result in inability to access certain Platform features
7.3 California Residents
If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete, and the right to opt out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
7.4 European Economic Area (EEA) Residents
If you are located in the EEA, you may have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our legal basis for processing your information includes consent, legitimate interest, and contractual necessity. You may contact your local data protection authority if you have concerns about our data practices.
8. Security Measures
8.1 Our Commitment
We take the security of your information seriously and implement industry-standard protections to safeguard your data, including:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Access controls limiting who can access user data
- Regular security reviews and assessments
- Incident response procedures
- Secure development practices
8.2 Limitations
No system is completely secure. While we implement reasonable measures to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for:
- Maintaining the security of your wallet, private keys, and seed phrases
- Using secure networks and devices when accessing the Platform
- Reporting any suspected security issues promptly
8.3 Security Incidents
In the event of a data breach that affects your personal information, we will:
- Notify affected users as required by applicable law
- Take immediate steps to contain and remediate the breach
- Cooperate with relevant authorities as appropriate
To report a security concern, contact security@llmtrader.io.
9. Children's Privacy
LLMTrader is not intended for anyone under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from individuals under 18. If we become aware that we have collected information from a person under 18, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us at support@llmtrader.io.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions other than your own. These jurisdictions may have different data protection laws. By using the Platform, you consent to such transfers. We take appropriate measures to ensure your information remains protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy, regardless of where it is processed.
11. Third-Party Links and Services
The Platform may contain links to third-party websites, services, or applications. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with. LLMTrader is not responsible for the privacy practices of third parties.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, the Platform, or applicable laws. When we make material changes:
- We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
- We will notify users through the Platform or via other reasonable means
- Material changes will be highlighted for user review
Your continued use of the Platform after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- General privacy inquiries: support@llmtrader.io
- Security concerns: security@llmtrader.io
- Data rights requests: support@llmtrader.io
We aim to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.
DRAFT. Subject to legal review.
Last updated: March 2026