Privacy Policy

Data We Collect

stepd collects personal information required for account registration and identity verification — including your name, email address, government-issued ID, and proof of address.

We also collect transactional data such as trade history, deposit and withdrawal records, and API usage logs. This data is stored securely and never sold to advertisers.

How We Use Your Data

Your data is used to operate your account, process transactions, comply with KYC and AML regulations, and improve platform performance. stepd does not use personal data for targeted advertising.

Cookies

stepd uses functional cookies to keep you logged in and remember your trading preferences. Analytics cookies help us understand how traders use the platform so we can fix friction points faster.

You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings at any time. Disabling functional cookies may affect platform performance and session persistence.

Data Sharing

stepd shares data with identity verification providers, payment processors, and regulatory authorities where legally required. No personal data is sold or shared with marketing third parties.

Data Security

All personal data on stepd is encrypted at rest using AES-256 and in transit via TLS 1.3. Access to user data is restricted to authorized personnel and logged for audit purposes.

stepd conducts annual third-party security audits covering both infrastructure and data handling practices. Audit summaries are available on request.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal data at any time. Submit a data request through the account settings panel or email the stepd p info@stepd.finance rivacy team directly.

Third-Party Integrations

stepd integrates with TradingView, CoinGecko, and payment gateway providers. These third parties operate under their own privacy policies, which we recommend reviewing independently.

Data Retention

stepd retains transaction records and identity data for a minimum of 5 years to comply with financial regulations. Account closure does not result in immediate deletion of legally required records.

Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically. Changes take effect upon publication on the stepd platform. The current version was last updated in 2026.