1. Local-First Platform

Hidden Value is built as a local-first portfolio intelligence platform. This means:

• no account required
• no password required
• collection data is stored locally on your device

We intentionally minimize centralized data collection.

2. Collection Data (Local Only)

Portfolio and collection information may be stored in your browser, including: cards, sealed products, purchase history, cost basis, sales history, and settings. This data is not stored on our servers.

3. Voluntarily Submitted Data

If you submit information through forms, feedback, or founder registration, we may collect name, email, founder card serial number, and feedback. This is used for communication and product improvement only.

4. Analytics

We may use Vercel Analytics and/or Google Analytics to understand usage patterns. These may collect IP address, browser/device info, page activity, and session behavior.

5. Affiliate Links

Some links may be affiliate links. Third-party sites collect their own data under their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for those policies.

6. Cookies / Local Storage

Hidden Value uses local storage and may use cookies for preferences, performance, and analytics.

7. Data Sharing

We do not sell personal information. We only share data when necessary for service operation, legal compliance, or security protection.

8. Data Retention

Local collection data remains on your device until you remove it. Submitted contact information is retained only as reasonably necessary.

9. Children

Hidden Value is intended for users 13+. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13.

10. Security

We take reasonable measures to protect submitted information. No system is guaranteed secure.

11. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy. Continued use means acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact

Marshall Russell Watson · FreeKi11 · fullstream117@gmail.com