HFDX COOKIES POLICY

1. INTRODUCTION

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website or access online services. Cookies and similar technologies are widely used to enable functionality, enhance user experience, analyze usage, and support marketing activities.

HFDX uses cookies in a limited and proportionate manner consistent with the decentralized and non-custodial nature of the Protocol.

2. SCOPE OF THIS POLICY

This Cookies Policy applies only to cookies and similar technologies used on:

• The HFDX website
• Web-based user interfaces
• Documentation portals
• Marketing and informational pages

This policy does not apply to blockchain transactions, smart contracts, or on-chain activity, which are publicly recorded on distributed ledgers and are not subject to cookie-based tracking.

3. TYPES OF COOKIES USED

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation and security of the Platform. They enable core functionality such as:

• Page navigation
• Load balancing
• Interface security
• Session continuity

Without these cookies, the Platform may not function properly.

3.2 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the Platform to remember user preferences and settings, such as:

• Language selection
• Interface preferences
• Display settings

These cookies enhance usability but are not strictly necessary for basic operation.

3.3 Analytics and Performance Cookies

Analytics cookies are used to collect aggregated and anonymized information about how users interact with the Platform, including:

• Page visits
• Traffic sources
• Usage patterns
• Performance metrics

This information helps HFDX understand how the Platform is used and improve functionality, reliability, and content.

Analytics data does not directly identify individual users.

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

HFDX may use marketing and advertising cookies to:

• Measure the effectiveness of paid and organic marketing campaigns
• Understand engagement with promotional content
• Prevent repetitive or irrelevant advertising

Marketing cookies may be placed by HFDX or by third-party service providers acting on HFDX’s behalf.

Marketing activities are general, non-targeted, and informational in nature and are not intended to constitute personalized financial promotion or solicitation.

4. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

Some cookies may be placed by third-party service providers, such as analytics providers, content delivery networks, or advertising platforms.

HFDX does not control the operation of third-party cookies and encourages users to review the relevant third-party privacy and cookies policies.

Third-party services may process data in accordance with their own policies and applicable laws.

5. COOKIE CONSENT AND CONTROL

Depending on your location, you may be presented with options to manage or consent to certain categories of cookies.

You may also control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the Platform.

Instructions for managing cookies are typically available within your browser’s help or settings menu.

6. JURISDICTIONAL NOTICE

HFDX does not represent that its use of cookies complies with cookie consent or notification requirements in every jurisdiction.

You are solely responsible for determining whether your use of the Platform and acceptance of cookies complies with applicable laws in your jurisdiction.

Nothing in this Cookies Policy constitutes a representation of compliance with specific regulatory regimes, including but not limited to GDPR, UK GDPR, or similar frameworks.

7. NON-CUSTODIAL AND ON-CHAIN CLARIFICATION

Cookies are not used to:

• Track on-chain transactions
• Access private keys or wallets
• Identify blockchain addresses
• Monitor smart contract interactions

All blockchain activity occurs independently of cookies and browser-based technologies.

8. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIES POLICY

HFDX may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or Platform functionality.

Any updates will be posted on the Platform, and continued use constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions regarding this Cookies Policy, please refer to the contact details provided in the Privacy Policy.