> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://stellar.gitbook.io/ambassador-program/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://stellar.gitbook.io/ambassador-program/resources/stellar-ambassador-program-privacy-notice.md). # Stellar Ambassador Program Privacy Notice ### **STELLAR AMBASSADOR PROGRAM PRIVACY NOTICE** **1. OVERVIEW** Effective Date: July 23, 2026 The Stellar Development Foundation (“**SDF**,” “**we**,” “**our**,” or “**us**”) provides this Privacy Notice to explain how we handle personal information in connection with the Stellar Ambassador Program (the “**Program**”). This notice supplements the SDF Privacy Policy () and applies to ambassadors, chapter leads, event hosts, event attendees, and other individuals who participate in or interact with the Program. Where this notice and the SDF Privacy Policy overlap, this notice controls for Program-related processing. **2. CONTROLLER** SDF is the data controller for personal information processed in connection with the Program. In certain regions, chapter leads collect personal information from Program Participants on SDF’s behalf as data processors, subject to contractual data protection obligations. **3. INFORMATION WE COLLECT** * Identity and contact information: name, email, phone number, country and city of residence, professional role, and project or company affiliation. * Online identifiers: social media handles, Discord usernames and IDs, Telegram usernames, GitHub handles, and similar platform identifiers. * Wallet information: Stellar public key addresses used to receive payments or participate in Program activities. We do not collect private keys. * Event data: attendance records, registration information, photographs, video recordings, and survey responses. * Activity and engagement data: ambassador tier and progression, content contributions, engagement metrics, event hosting records, and developer engagement activities. * KYC and compliance documentation: for paid Program participants, identity verification documents and tax forms (e.g., W-9, W-8BEN, W-8BEN-E). KYC verification is conducted through Persona Identities, Inc. (“**Persona**”), and KYC documents are collected, processed, and stored within Persona’s infrastructure. SDF does not export or locally store these documents. * Financial information: payment records and invoice details. * Communications: messages and feedback sent in connection with the Program. We collect this information directly from you, from chapter leads acting on our behalf, from Program platforms (Discord, Telegram, X/Twitter), and from Persona (verification status only). **4. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION** We use your personal information to: * Operate and administer the Program, including onboarding, tier progression, and chapter management. * Track KPIs and evaluate Program effectiveness. * Process payments and compensation. * Conduct KYC, sanctions screening, and compliance checks. * Plan, organize, and document Program events. * Communicate with you about Program activities and opportunities. * Create educational and promotional materials, which may include your name, likeness, or project information. * Enforce Program policies, including the Code of Conduct (), Brand Policy (), and Content and Events Policy. * Comply with applicable laws. **5. HOW WE SHARE YOUR INFORMATION** We may share your personal information with: * Chapter leads and service providers who administer the Program in your region, under contractual data protection obligations. * Persona, for KYC and identity verification. * Other Program Participants, where certain information (name, role, tier) is visible through Program platforms. * SDF funding programs (e.g., Stellar Community Fund), where relevant to a referral or application. * Legal and regulatory authorities, as required by law or to protect SDF's rights. * Acquirers, in connection with a corporate transaction or bankruptcy proceeding. We do not sell your personal information. **6. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS** SDF is based in the United States. Your personal information may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other jurisdictions where privacy laws may differ from those in your country of residence. Where required by applicable law, we provide appropriate safeguards for international data transfers, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission or other recognized transfer mechanisms. You may request a copy of the safeguards we rely upon by contacting . **7. DATA RETENTION** We retain personal information as long as necessary to administer the Program, comply with legal obligations, and enforce agreements. KYC data held by Persona is retained and deleted in accordance with Persona’s privacy policy (available at withpersona.com/legal/privacy-policy) and SDF’s Data Processing Addendum with Persona. SDF may request deletion of KYC data at any time, and Persona is contractually required to delete Customer Personal Data within 90 days of termination of SDF’s agreement with Persona. **8. DATA SECURITY** We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including encryption in transit and at rest, role-based access controls, and multi-factor authentication. Chapter leads who process personal information on our behalf are contractually required to maintain comparable security measures. **9. YOUR RIGHTS** Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, delete, restrict, port, or object to the processing of your personal information, or to withdraw consent where processing is consent-based. To exercise these rights, contact . We will respond in accordance with applicable law. If you are in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, you may also lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. If you are in Brazil, South Africa, Kenya, or Nigeria, you may exercise your rights under the LGPD, POPIA, Kenya Data Protection Act, or Nigeria Data Protection Act by contacting . **10. LEGAL BASES FOR PROCESSING (EEA, UK, SWITZERLAND)** * Contract: Administering your participation in the Program and processing payments. * Legitimate interests: Operating the Program, measuring engagement, enforcing policies, and protecting SDF’s systems. * Legal obligation: Sanctions screening, AML compliance, and tax reporting. * Consent: Marketing communications and use of photographs or content featuring you. You may withdraw consent at any time by contacting . **11. CHANGES TO THIS NOTICE** We may update this notice from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by updating the Effective Date at the top of this notice and, where appropriate, by providing notice through Program channels. Your continued participation in the Program after any update constitutes acknowledgment of the revised notice. **12. CONTACT US** Email: Mail: Stellar Development Foundation, P.O. Box 77105, San Francisco, CA 94107, United States