Effective Date: April 21, 2025

1. Introduction

Vessel Tech Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, use our applications, or interact with our services (collectively, the "Services"). We value your trust and strive to maintain transparent practices regarding your personal information. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully to understand our practices regarding your personal data and how we will treat it. By accessing or using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Services.

2. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information from and about users of our Services, including:

2.1 Personal Information

Personal information is data that can be used to identify you directly or indirectly. The personal information we may collect includes: Identity Information: Your name, date of birth, username, account credentials, and other identifiers you may use on our Services

Contact Information: Email address, mailing address, phone number, and other contact detailsProfessional Information: Company name, job title, industry, and professional affiliations

Financial Information: Billing address, payment method details, and transaction historyTechnical Identifiers: IP address, cookie IDs, device IDs, and other online identifiers

2.2 Non-Personal Information

We also collect information that does not directly identify you, including:

Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device type, screen resolution.

Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, links clicked, features used, session duration, referring.

URLsLocation Information: General geographic location based on IP address or more precise location if permitted by you.

Inferences: Data derived from your use of our Services to create a profile about your preferences and characteristics.

2.3 Information Collection Methods

We use various methods to collect information, including:

Direct Collection: Information you provide when you register, fill out forms, communicate with us, or otherwise interact with our Services.

Automated Technologies: Cookies, web beacons, pixels, server logs, and other tracking technologies (see our Cookie Policy for more details).

Third-Party Sources: Business partners, analytics providers, social media platforms, and other public sources.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

3.1 Service Provision and Improvement

Providing, maintaining, and improving our Services.

Processing transactions and fulfilling orders.

Personalizing your experience and delivering content relevant to your interests.

Developing new products, services, features, and functionality.

Conducting research and analysis to better understand our users.

3.2 Communication and Support

Responding to your requests, questions, and feedback. Providing customer service and technical support. Sending administrative information, such as updates to our Terms, Privacy Policy, or security alerts. With your consent, sending marketing communications about our products, services, or promotions.

3.3 Security and Protection

Protecting our Services and users from fraud, security threats, and illegal activities. Verifying your identity and preventing unauthorized access to your account. Debugging to identify and fix errors in our Services. Enforcing our Terms of Use and other legal rights.

3.4 Compliance and Legal Requirements

Complying with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or enforceable governmental requests. Responding to legal claims and preventing harm to rights, property, or safety.

4. Legal Basis for Processing (for EEA, UK, and Similar Jurisdictions)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or similar jurisdictions, we collect and process your personal information based on one or more of the following legal grounds:

Contract Performance: Processing necessary to perform a contract with you or to take steps at your request before entering into a contract.

Legitimate Interests: Processing necessary for our legitimate interests or those of a third party, provided your interests and fundamental rights do not override those interests.

Legal Obligation: Processing necessary to comply with our legal obligations.

Consent: Processing based on your specific consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

We share information with third-party vendors, consultants, and other service providers who need access to such information to carry out work on our behalf. These service providers include: Hosting and cloud computing providers (e.g., Amazon Web Services). Payment processors (e.g., Stripe). Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics). Customer support tools (e.g., Zendesk, Intercom). Marketing and email service providers (e.g., Mailchimp).

5.2 Business Transfers

If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, financing due diligence, reorganization, bankruptcy, receivership, sale of company assets, or transition of service to another provider, your information may be transferred as part of such a transaction. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control of your personal information.

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

5.4 Protection of Rights

We may disclose your information when we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.

5.5 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us your consent to do so.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security of your personal information and to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk. These measures include: Encryption of data in transit using SSL/TLS protocols. Regular security assessments and vulnerability testing. Access controls and authentication mechanisms. Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures. Employee training on data security and privacy best practices. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your personal information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. The criteria used to determine our retention periods include: The length of time we have an ongoing relationship with youWhether there is a legal obligation to which we are subject. Whether retention is advisable in light of our legal position (such as for statutes of limitations, litigation, or regulatory investigations). When we no longer need to use your information, we will take steps to securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Your Privacy Rights

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

8.1 For European Economic Area, United Kingdom, and Similar Jurisdictions

Right to Access: You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Rectification: You can request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of your personal information in certain circumstances.

Right to Restriction of Processing: You can request restriction of processing of your personal information.

Right to Data Portability: You can request transfer of your personal information in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

Right to Object: You can object to our processing of your personal information.

Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

8.2 For California ResidentsUnder the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), you have the right to:

Know what personal information we collect, use, disclose, and sell. Delete your personal information (with certain exceptions). Opt-out of the sale or sharing of your personal information. Non-discrimination for exercising your rights. Limit use and disclosure of sensitive personal information.

8.3 For Other Jurisdictions

Additional rights may be available under local laws. Please contact us to inquire about rights that may apply to you.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information without appropriate parental consent, please contact us, and we will take steps to remove such information and terminate the child's account.

10. International Data Transfers

We are headquartered in the United States and may process and store your information in the United States and other countries. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from those of your country of residence.If we transfer personal information from the European Economic Area, United Kingdom, or similar jurisdictions to countries that have not been deemed to provide an adequate level of protection, we use appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, to protect your information.

11. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. For more information on the types of cookies we use, their purposes, and how to manage them, please see our Cookie Policy.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. If we make material changes, we will notify you by email (if you have provided one) or by posting a notice on our website prior to the changes becoming effective. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for the latest information on our privacy practices.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at: Vessel Tech Inc.

2487, 447 Broadway, 2nd Floor

New York, NY 10013

United States

Email: compliance@vessel.nyc

Phone: +1 (848) 313-9872

If you are located in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom and have concerns about our processing of your personal data that we are not able to resolve, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the data privacy authority where you reside.

Cookie Policy

Effective Date: April 21, 20251.

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Vessel Tech Inc. ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, use our applications, or interact with our services (collectively, the "Services"). This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and provide personalized content. This policy provides detailed information about how and why we use these technologies and the choices you have regarding their use.

2. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?

2.1 Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your browser or device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions on the site.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:

Persistent cookies remain on your device even after you close your browser, until they expire or you delete them. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser.

2.2 Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar technologies, including:

Web beacons (also known as "clear GIFs" or "pixel tags"): Small graphics that contain a unique identifier, allowing us to recognize when someone has visited our Services or opened an email we sent.

Local storage: Browser web storage that allows websites to store data locally on your device

Fingerprinting: Collection and analysis of information from your device, such as browser type, screen resolution, and installed fonts, to create a unique profile.

Software Development Kits (SDKs): In our mobile applications, we may use SDKs, which are blocks of code provided by our partners that may track certain usage and behaviors.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies for the purposes described below:

3.1 Essential/Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the functioning of our Services and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the Services may not work properly.

Examples include:

Authentication cookies that verify your identity when you sign inSecurity cookies that help detect and prevent security risks.

Session state cookies that remember what you've put in a shopping cart.

Load balancing cookies that distribute traffic to make our Services more efficient.

3.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Services. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors navigate our Services. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and anonymous.

Examples include:

Google Analytics cookies that track user behavior on our site. Load time measurements to improve website performance. Error logging to help us identify and fix bugs.

3.3 Functional/Preference Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization on our Services. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these features may not function properly.

Examples include: Language preference cookies. Location preferences. Font size or color scheme preferences. Last visited pages to help with navigation.

3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our Services by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but uniquely identify your browser and device. Examples include: Facebook Pixel for targeted advertisements. Google Ads cookies to show relevant ads. Retargeting cookies to show you products you've previously viewed.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties on our Services. These third parties may include:

Third Party Purpose Privacy Policy. Google Analytics. Analytics and performance measurement. LinkGoogle. AdsAdvertising and remarketingLinkFacebook/MetaSocial. Media integration and advertisingLinkStripePayment. ProcessingLinkHubSpotMarketing and analyticsLinkIntercomCustomer. Support chatLink. We do not control these third parties' cookie usage or how they may use the data they collect. Please review their privacy policies for more information about their practices.

5. Cookie Consent and Control

5.1 Consent

When you first visit our Services, you will be shown a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Preferences" link in the footer of our website. If you consent to cookies, we will place both essential and non-essential cookies on your device. If you decline, we will only place essential cookies necessary for the operation of our Services.

5.2 Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. These settings are typically found in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. You can: Delete existing cookies. Block cookies from being set. Set your browser to alert you when websites try to set cookies. Browse in "private" or "incognito" mode, which does not store browsing history or cookies after the session. Please note that if you block or delete cookies, some features of our Services may not function properly.

5.3 Specific Opt-Out Mechanisms

For third-party cookies, you can also opt out using the following mechanisms:

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): http://www.aboutads.info/choices/Network

Advertising Initiative (NAI): http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/European

Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/Google

Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on here

5.4 Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Our Services currently do not respond to "Do Not Track" signals.

6. Cookie Lifespan

Cookies have different lifespans depending on their purpose:

Cookie Type

Typical Lifespan

Session cookies: Until you close your browser.

Persistent cookies (essential) Up to 2 years

Performance/Analytics cookies1-90 days

Functional/Preference cookies1 year

Targeting/Advertising cookies30-90 days.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Effective Date" at the top of this Cookie Policy. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our cookie practices, please contact us at:

Vessel Tech Inc.

2487, 447 Broadway, 2nd Floor

New York, NY 10013

United States

Email: compliance@vessel.nyc

Phone: +1 (848) 313-9872