1. Transactional Integrity

• Fund Security: All funds entering the platform are held in a secure EquitablesBank escrow account.

• Release Conditions: Funds are strictly released only after all parties confirm that the agreed-upon terms have been met.

• Milestone Compliance: For business and construction contracts, payments are released in stages as specific milestones are verified.

2. Fraud and Security Protocols

• Verification Process: Every transaction undergoes parallel fraud and compliance checks during the delivery phase.

• Dispute Handling: In the event of a dispute or suspicious activity, funds enter a "protected review" phase and remain restricted while investigations occur.

• Regulatory Compliance: EquitablesBank operates under strict legal oversight to prevent money laundering and chargeback fraud.

3. Data and Privacy Rules

• Information Use: We collect personal and financial data solely to process transactions, provide support, and meet legal obligations.

• Non-Disclosure: We do not sell user data; it is only shared with authorized financial or regulatory institutions required to complete the escrow process.

• Account Security: Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their login activity and device access.

4. Asset Specific Rules

• Digital Assets: For domain transfers or source code escrow, assets are only released once payment is fully secured and verified.

• International Trade: Cross-border transactions must comply with international supplier risk protocols to ensure both buyer and seller protection.