Privacy Policy for OldNFT.com

Last Updated: May 6, 2026

At OldNFT.com, we operate as a dedicated research archive and digital museum focused on the preservation and provenance of historical NFT projects. We understand that trust is the foundation of any historical archive. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect the information of our visitors as they interact with our institutional research platform.

By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Our Commitment to Data Minimalization

As an archival institution, our philosophy is “Data Minimalization.” We believe that an archive should be a safe harbor for historical research. Unlike commercial platforms, we do not monetize user data. We collect only what is strictly necessary to maintain the integrity of our records, the security of our infrastructure, and the accuracy of our historical data.

1. Information We Collect

Because OldNFT.com functions primarily as an informational research repository, we differentiate clearly between public blockchain data (which is immutable and transparent) and personal user data (which we protect).

  • Log Data: Like most archival research platforms, our servers automatically record information when you visit our site. This includes your IP address, browser type, the pages you visit (such as our specific project guides on CryptoKitties or Namecoin), the time spent on those pages, and the referring URL.
  • Usage Data: We utilize analytical tools to understand how our community interacts with our catalog. This allows us to determine which archival entries are of the highest value to researchers, helping us focus our future documentation efforts on projects of greatest historical importance.
  • Communication Data: If you contact our team via email or our intake forms regarding an archival contribution, we collect the personal information you voluntarily provide (such as your name, contact details, and any whitepapers or documentation you share). This is used solely for the purpose of verifying archival accuracy and professional correspondence.

2. The Nature of Blockchain and Provenance Data

It is critical to distinguish between our privacy practices and the public nature of the blockchain.

  • Public Record: Transactions, wallet addresses, and metadata associated with NFTs are part of a public, immutable ledger. This information is not controlled by OldNFT.com.
  • Our Indexing: When we catalog provenance, we index this public information to create a research-friendly interface. We do not “track” you through the blockchain. We simply provide a readable layer over public, decentralized data.

3. How We Use This Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your data to third-party marketing entities. Our usage is limited to the following institutional purposes:

  • Enhancing the Archive: By analyzing aggregated traffic patterns, we optimize our database structure to ensure our “Collections Hub” remains performant and easy to navigate for researchers worldwide.
  • Site Security and Integrity: We monitor traffic to protect our museum database against automated bots, scraping, and malicious denial-of-service attempts that could compromise our archival records.
  • Archival Collaboration: When users reach out to correct a record or submit new historical data, we use their provided information to verify the contributor’s intent and maintain the integrity of our historical “About Us” records.

4. Cookies and Technical Tracking

OldNFT.com uses cookies—small, non-invasive text files—to facilitate a professional user experience. These cookies allow our server to recognize your device, ensuring that your navigation through our multi-era archives (from Proto-NFT to Ethereum Genesis) remains seamless.

  • Session Cookies: Essential for site navigation.
  • Preference Cookies: Used to remember your site preferences (e.g., dark mode settings).
  • Control: You may disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain interactive archive features.

5. Third-Party Links and External Provenance

Our site functions as a gateway to digital history. We provide links to external marketplaces, academic journals, blockchain explorers (like Etherscan), and external historical databases.

  • External Responsibility: When you click these links, you leave the OldNFT.com domain. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those external entities.
  • Due Diligence: We curate our links based on reputation, but we strongly encourage all collectors and researchers to review the privacy policies of any site that claims to hold digital asset provenance.

6. Data Security Standards

We treat our digital archive as a high-security environment. We employ industry-standard encryption (SSL/TLS) to ensure that all data transmitted between your browser and our servers remains encrypted. While no method of digital transmission over the internet is 100% secure, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of archival security to prevent unauthorized access or disclosure of your information.

7. International Data Privacy

OldNFT.com respects the diverse legal frameworks governing the internet, including GDPR (Europe) and CCPA (California).

  • Access and Deletion: If you have shared data with us (such as through a contribution inquiry), you have the right to request access to this information or ask us to delete it from our records.
  • Neutrality: We ensure that our data handling practices are consistent with our role as an impartial research museum.

8. Policy Updates

As our digital museum grows and our research capabilities evolve, we may update this Privacy Policy to reflect new technologies or changes in archival standards. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to check this page periodically.

Navigate the Archive

We value our visitors and the integrity of our archival research. If you have questions regarding our documentation, require a correction, or wish to contribute to the archive, please use the links below to navigate our site structure.