PRIVACY POLICY

RaccoonLine VPN ("RaccoonLine" or "we") is a decentralized VPN application committed to protecting user privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what minimal information we collect, how we use and secure it, and your rights regarding that information. Importantly, RaccoonLine does not require user accounts or any personal details to use the service. By using RaccoonLine VPN, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

We design our service to collect as little data as possible. You can use RaccoonLine without creating an account or providing personal information. We do not collect any personally identifiable information (PII) such as your name, email address, physical address, or payment details. The information that RaccoonLine may collect is strictly limited to operational necessities and is fully anonymized. In particular:

• No Personal Data: We do not require registration, so you do not need to provide a username, email, or any identity information to use the VPN. The app operates without tying activity to an individual user.

• No Activity or Connection Logs: RaccoonLine maintains a strict no-logs policy. We do not monitor or record your browsing activity, websites you visit, data content, DNS queries, timestamps of connections, IP addresses (source or VPN-assigned), or any other network traffic details while you use the VPN. Our decentralized design makes user monitoring technically impossible (VPN Risks Exposed: RaccoonLine dVPN - Crypto Privacy Fix), meaning we have no logs of your online sessions.

• Anonymized Usage Statistics: The only data the application collects is basic usage metrics needed to maintain and improve the service. This includes aggregate statistics like total bandwidth consumed, network performance metrics, and node uptime or latency information. These usage stats are collected without any identifiers — they cannot be traced back to you or your device. For example, we might measure overall data throughput on the network or count how many users are online, but this data is not linked to any personal identity or account.

• No Third-Party Trackers: The app does not use cookies, analytics services, or embedded third-party tracking tools that collect your information. We do not integrate any external services that could harvest user data in the background. (See Data Sharing and Third Parties below for more details.)

In summary, the information we have is extremely limited. We aim to know nothing about your individual usage. If an item of data is not explicitly listed above, that means we do not collect it.

Since we collect only anonymized and minimal data, we use it solely to ensure the VPN service runs smoothly and to improve it over time. We do not and cannot use data to identify or profile you. Specifically, any information we gather is used for the following purposes:

• Service Operation and Improvement: Anonymized usage statistics help us understand network health and performance. For example, knowing overall bandwidth usage or connection success rates allows us to optimize server node distribution and improve connection reliability. We analyze these metrics in aggregate form to fix technical issues, enhance speeds, and ensure a quality user experience.

• Network Maintenance and Security: We may use aggregate data to detect and address network problems or potential abuse. For instance, if a particular node is causing connectivity issues, aggregated performance data helps us troubleshoot without revealing any user’s identity. All such analysis is done without accessing any personal user traffic or activity

• Research and Development: The anonymous data helps us develop new features and refine the decentralized infrastructure. Usage patterns (in aggregate) can inform improvements to our routing algorithms or encryption techniques, making the VPN more efficient and secure for everyone.

• Legal Compliance (if applicable): We do not centrally store personal data, but if we are ever required to comply with a lawful request or regulation, we would only be able to provide the extremely limited information we have. In practice, because we keep no activity logs or personal identifiers, there is little to disclose. We will always adhere to applicable laws and cooperate with authorities if legally obligated, but our no-logs architecture means we generally have no personal data available to share.

No usage data is used for marketing or advertising purposes. We do not sell, rent, or trade any information about our users. Because we don’t collect personal profiles, we also do not engage in any automated decision-making or profiling of users. Our use of data is strictly confined to running and improving the RaccoonLine service itself.

Your privacy is further protected by the fact that RaccoonLine does not share your information with third parties. We have no third-party service integrations in our application that would compromise your data. This means:

• No Third-Party Analytics or Ads: We do not use services like Google Analytics, Firebase, or any advertising networks in the app. There are no external trackers collecting usage data on our behalf. All analytics are done in-house on anonymized data, and there are no ads in the app that would harvest data.

• No Data Sale or Disclosure: We will never sell or rent any data about our users, anonymized or otherwise. We do not disclose user information to any outside company, individual, or organization. Since we do not collect personal data or logs, there is nothing to share inadvertently

• Decentralized Infrastructure: The VPN service is run over a community-driven network of nodes rather than centralized servers. While your internet traffic is relayed through other nodes, it is fully encrypted and anonymized, so even those who power the network cannot snoop on your content. RaccoonLine’s decentralized architecture ensures there is no central authority or third-party company in possession of your browsing data (RaccoonLine). All participating nodes only handle encrypted fragments of traffic and do not learn who you are or what you are doing.

• Legal Exceptions: The only scenario in which we might share data is if we are compelled by law (such as a court order or other legal requirement) to disclose information. As noted, due to our no-log policy, we typically do not have any personally identifying data to provide. If we ever receive a legal request, we will adhere to it only to the extent of information we actually have, and we will inform users if possible (unless prohibited by law).

In essence, using RaccoonLine means you are not trusting your data with any third-party platform or centralized service. Your data remains yours, and even we have very little insight into your usage.

We take security seriously and implement strong measures to safeguard your data. RaccoonLine’s very design — decentralized and encrypted — is built to protect user privacy and security from the ground up. Here are some of the key security features and practices:

• End-to-End Encryption: All VPN traffic through RaccoonLine is secured with end-to-end encryption. This means that data leaving your device is encrypted and remains encrypted until it exits through an endpoint node to the public internet. We use robust encryption protocols and modern cryptographic techniques (including elliptic-curve cryptography and unique session key exchanges) to ensure that no intermediary can decipher your traffic (RaccoonLine). In other words, only you and the intended destination can read your data, protecting it from eavesdropping or illegal access (RaccoonLine).

• Decentralized Network (No Single Point of Attack):: Unlike traditional VPNs, RaccoonLine does not rely on centralized servers to tunnel your traffic. Instead, your connection is routed through a dynamic network of distributed nodes, each adding an additional layer of encryption (RaccoonLine dVPN (ROCC) Allows Users to Monetize Unused Internet Bandwidth via Crypto). This multi-hop routing creates an ever-changing path for your data that is exceedingly difficult to trace or intercept (RaccoonLine dVPN (ROCC) Allows Users to Monetize Unused Internet Bandwidth via Crypto). There is no central server storing your information, which eliminates the risk of a single data breach exposing all users. The lack of a central logging server means there’s no trove of user data for hackers or governments to target.

• Anonymous, Encrypted Metadata: Any minimal metadata or usage statistics collected (as described above) are handled securely. Such data is either stored on decentralized ledger systems or secure servers with strong encryption at rest. Additionally, because this data is anonymized, even in the unlikely event of unauthorized access, it cannot be linked back to any individual.

• Device Security: The RaccoonLine application itself is designed with security in mind. For example, unique session keys are used each time you connect to the network (RaccoonLine), ensuring that even if one session could hypothetically be compromised, it would not affect any future session. The app also uses industry best practices to protect against common vulnerabilities, and we regularly update the software to address security patches.

• Organizational Measures: Internally, we enforce strict access controls. Only authorized RaccoonLine developers (if any) can access systems that store anonymized usage data, and even then, this data is not personally identifiable. We also conduct periodic security audits and leverage community feedback (via our bug bounty program) to continually strengthen our privacy and security posture.

While we strive to use the most advanced security measures and the inherent architecture greatly limits risk, it’s important to note that no system can be 100% infallible. However, due to our minimal data collection and decentralized encryption, the exposure in case of any security incident is dramatically reduced. We have no central database of user personal information, and all VPN traffic is indecipherable to outsiders. RaccoonLine is built to be a privacy-first service by design.

We respect the privacy rights of all users, and we comply with applicable data protection laws, including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Because we intentionally limit the personal data we collect, many typical user rights either do not apply or are automatically fulfilled. Nevertheless, we outline your rights below and how you can exercise them:

• Right to Be Informed: You have the right to know what data we collect and why. This Privacy Policy is intended to provide that transparency by informing you that we only collect anonymized usage statistics and do not collect personal identifying data.

• Right of Access: You have the right to request a copy of any personal data we hold about you. Since we do not collect personal accounts or activity logs, in most cases we will not have any data that is tied to your identity. If you have ever directly provided us information (for example, by sending a support email), you may request we confirm what data we have from that interaction. We will gladly assist and provide as much detail as we are able.

• Right to Rectification: If you believe that any information we have about you is incorrect or incomplete, you have the right to request a correction. Given that we do not keep profile information, this is rarely applicable. However, if, for instance, you contacted us and we saved your email incorrectly, we will correct it upon your request.

• Right to Erasure: Also known as the “right to be forgotten,” you can ask us to delete any personal data we might have about you. RaccoonLine’s policy of not storing personal user data means there’s generally nothing to erase regarding your VPN usage. In the event that you did provide us information (such as a support inquiry email or optional feedback), you can request that we delete that correspondence from our records, and we will do so.

• Right to Restrict Processing: You have the right to request that we stop any form of processing of your personal data. Again, since we do not process identifiable data in providing the VPN service, this right is largely fulfilled by default. If you have concerns about the anonymized usage statistics, you may disable the app or cease usage; beyond that, there is no personal data processing for you to restrict.

• Right to Data Portability: You have the right to obtain any personal data you have provided to us in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format, and to transmit that data to another controller. Because RaccoonLine does not require you to provide personal data to use the service, there is no personal dataset to port. If you subscribed to any newsletter or similar (which RaccoonLine currently does not have), or provided data directly, we would assist in exporting any such data upon request.

• Right to Object: You may object to our processing of your personal data if you feel it impacts your rights. Since our processing is minimal and not based on profiling or marketing, this is unlikely to be needed. Nonetheless, if you object to our collection of anonymized usage data, you have the option to stop using the service (as we do not have an alternative usage mode at this time, given that the data collected is both minimal and crucial for service integrity). We do not use any data for direct marketing

• Right not to be subject to Automated Decisions: RaccoonLine does not engage in automated decision-making or profiling based on user data. There are no algorithms making decisions about individuals in our service.

• Right to Withdraw Consent: In scenarios where we rely on your consent to process data, you have the right to withdraw that consent at any time. Currently, use of RaccoonLine does not require consent for personal data processing, because we do not process personal data. If that changes (for example, if we introduce an optional feature that collects data based on consent), you can withdraw consent easily and we will stop that processing.

We extend the above rights to all users where applicable, not just those in the European Economic Area. To exercise any of these rights or if you have privacy-related requests, please contact us (see Contact Us at the end of this policy). We may need to verify your identity for security purposes before fulfilling certain requests (given that we typically do not have account information, we will handle verification in a way that respects your anonymity while ensuring we act on legitimate requests only). We will respond to inquiries or requests as soon as possible and no later than required by applicable law.

Furthermore, if you believe we are handling your data in a way that violates your rights or privacy laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority. We encourage you to contact us first, so we can address your concerns directly.

Due to legal and regulatory considerations, RaccoonLine VPN is not available to users in certain jurisdictions. In particular, if you are located in the United States or France, you are not permitted to download or use RaccoonLine VPN. We explicitly prohibit use of our application and service by residents or individuals physically present in these countries.

• United States: Users in the U.S. are not allowed to use RaccoonLine. This restriction may be due to compliance with U.S. regulations and our business decisions to avoid certain legal obligations that come with offering the service in the U.S. We do not market or provide the service in the United States. If you are a U.S. resident or currently in the U.S., you must refrain from using the app. Any usage from the U.S. is unauthorized and violates our terms.

• France: Users in France are also not allowed to use RaccoonLine. This is due to French regulatory requirements and policies. We cannot offer the service in France under the current legal climate. If you are in France or a resident of France, do not use or attempt to use RaccoonLine VPN. We apologize for any inconvenience, but this restriction is necessary for compliance reasons.

We do not knowingly collect any data from users in these restricted jurisdictions. In fact, our policy of not collecting personal identifiers means we typically do not have the means to identify a user’s country of origin in our systems. However, we reserve the right to implement measures (such as IPbased blocking or other compliance checks) to prevent access to the service from the United States and France. If we discover that a user is from a restricted region, we may terminate their connection or use of the service immediately in line with our legal obligations.

These restrictions are subject to change if laws or our circumstances evolve. We will update this policy and our terms if we later allow or disallow additional regions. Users are responsible for complying with the laws of their jurisdiction. If you travel to or reside in a country where the service is not permitted, you should abstain from using RaccoonLine.

We may update or modify this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our service, technology, legal obligations, or for any other operational reasons. When we make changes, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of the policy. For significant changes, we will provide a prominent notice, such as via our website or within the app, to inform you of the update.

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information. Continued use of RaccoonLine VPN after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised terms. If you do not agree with the changes, you should stop using the service and can contact us if you have concerns.

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please reach out to us. Since RaccoonLine operates without user accounts, contacting us will not require you to reference an account – but please provide enough detail about your inquiry so we can assist you efficiently. You can contact us in the following ways:

• Email: Send an email to our team at support@raccoonline.org. Please include "Privacy Inquiry" in the subject line and detail your question or request.

• Website Contact Form: Visit our official website and use the Contact Us form provided. Indicate that your inquiry is related to privacy.

• Mail (if applicable): If a mailing address is provided on our website for official correspondence, you can send us a written letter. (At this time, email is the fastest and preferred contact method for privacy matters.)

We will respond to your inquiries as promptly as possible, generally within 30 days or sooner as required by law. If you are contacting us to exercise a data subject right under GDPR or another law, please clearly state the nature of your request (e.g., access request, deletion request) and any relevant details. We might ask for a bit of additional information to verify that you are the owner of the data in question (to the extent we have any data to verify against).

Thank you for trusting RaccoonLine VPN. We are dedicated to preserving your privacy and keeping your online activities secure. This Privacy Policy is meant to give you confidence that your data is in good hands — in fact, in most cases, we never even see your personal data. If anything in this policy is unclear, please contact us for clarification.