Ridgeline Mining's Privacy Policy
Effective Date: July 1, 2025
Ridgeline Mining LLC ("Ridgeline Mining", "we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data you provide through our website, [https://www.ridgelinemining.com] (the "Site"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information, and your rights regarding that information.
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
Information We Collect
We collect information in the following ways:
Personal Information You Provide Directly
When you voluntarily submit data to us—such as when applying for early access, submitting a contact form, or transacting—we may collect:
Full name
Email address
Country or region
Wallet address or transaction data (for Bitcoin/Lightning payouts)
Any other information you choose to provide
Note: We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., government-issued ID numbers) unless required by law or regulation (e.g., KYC obligations).
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Site, we or our third-party providers may automatically collect:
IP address
Browser type and settings
Device type and operating system
Referring URLs
Usage activity (e.g., pages visited, session duration)
This data helps us operate and improve the Site and may be collected using cookies and similar technologies (see Section 5).
How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected for the following purposes:
To provide and operate our services
To process payments and remit mining rewards
To respond to inquiries or provide customer support
To communicate updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (with opt-out available)
To comply with legal obligations and prevent fraud or abuse
To analyze usage and optimize website performance
We rely on the following legal bases for processing data (where applicable):
Your consent (e.g., email sign-ups)
Our contractual obligations (e.g., providing mining services)
Legitimate interests (e.g., site analytics, fraud prevention)
Legal compliance (e.g., tax or regulatory reporting)
Sharing and Disclosure of Information
We do not sell your personal information.
We may share your data with:
Service Providers: Such as hosting, analytics, marketing, email delivery, and payment processors, under contractual confidentiality obligations
Legal Authorities: When required by applicable law, subpoena, court order, or to protect our legal rights
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, asset sale, or restructuring, subject to confidentiality requirements
Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location (e.g., California, EU/EEA), you may have certain rights:
Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate data
Deletion: Request erasure of your data (subject to legal retention)
Opt-Out: Withdraw consent for marketing or other purposes
Data Portability: Request transfer of your data in a readable format
Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights
To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@ridgelinemining.com. We may request additional verification of identity to process your request.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking tools to:
Enable core website functionality
Track website analytics and performance
Personalize your experience
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:
Provide the services requested
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Resolve disputes
Enforce our agreements
When no longer needed, data is securely deleted or anonymized.
Data Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your data against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, no transmission method over the Internet or storage method is 100% secure. Use the Site at your own risk.
Third-Party Links
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of such websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies separately.
Children’s Privacy
The Site is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we learn that we have collected data from a minor without parental consent, we will delete it promptly.
International Users
If you access the Site from outside the United States, you acknowledge that your data will be processed and stored in the U.S. or in jurisdictions where our service providers operate. By using the Site, you consent to such transfers.
Policy Updates
We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with a new “Effective Date.” We encourage you to review this Policy periodically. Continued use of the Site after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Contact Us
For questions, concerns, or data requests, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@ridgelinemining.com