Legal Notice / Imprint

Operator & Corporate Identity

BalancerTrade LLC is the entity operating the platform accessible at balancertrade.com and providing smart portfolio management and liquidity pool services through the Balancer DeFi Protocol.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 212 739 8240

Business Registration

BalancerTrade LLC is a limited liability company duly organized and validly existing under the laws of the State of New York, United States of America.

Regulatory & Compliance References

BalancerTrade LLC operates as a software technology provider facilitating user interaction with decentralized finance protocols. The platform does not act as a broker, exchange, custodian, or financial advisor under U.S. federal or state law. Users retain full control of their digital assets at all times.

For inquiries regarding regulatory compliance or licensing, please contact our compliance team at [email protected].

Authorized Representatives

The following individuals are authorized to represent BalancerTrade LLC in legal, regulatory, and commercial matters:

Supervisory & Oversight Bodies

While BalancerTrade LLC is not directly regulated as a financial institution, the company voluntarily adheres to best practices and reporting standards in line with the following frameworks and authorities:

• ▸ FinCEN – Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (USA) – registered MSB pending status
• ▸ NYDFS – New York State Department of Financial Services – virtual currency business activity framework (BitLicense) – application under review
• ▸ SEC – U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission – compliance with digital asset securities guidance
• ▸ FATF – Financial Action Task Force – travel rule and AML/CFT standards adherence

The above references do not imply endorsement or active supervision by any listed body. For a complete overview of our compliance posture, please refer to our Disclaimer and Terms of Service.

Dispute Resolution & Governing Law

Any disputes arising from or related to the use of the BalancerTrade platform or these legal terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

The parties agree to attempt to resolve any dispute through good-faith negotiation before initiating formal proceedings. If negotiation fails, disputes shall be submitted to confidential binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) in New York County, New York, in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules.

Contact for legal notices: [email protected]

Intellectual Property & Copyright

All content, design, code, and materials published on balancertrade.com are the exclusive intellectual property of BalancerTrade LLC unless otherwise stated. This includes but is not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, software, data compilations, and the overall visual appearance of the platform.

Users are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the platform for its intended purpose. No part of the website or its underlying technology may be reproduced, distributed, modified, reverse-engineered, or exploited for commercial purposes without prior written consent from BalancerTrade LLC.

The BalancerTrade name, logo, and related marks are pending trademark registration with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Unauthorized use of these marks is strictly prohibited.

For licensing inquiries or permissions, contact [email protected].

Limitation of Liability & Disclaimer

BalancerTrade LLC provides its platform on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any warranty of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. The company does not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free operation, or the security of user data against all threats.

Under no circumstances shall BalancerTrade LLC, its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to the use of the platform, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, digital assets, or business opportunities, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

Users acknowledge that decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, including Balancer, involve inherent risks such as smart contract vulnerabilities, impermanent loss, market volatility, and regulatory uncertainty. Past performance of any protocol or strategy does not guarantee future results. BalancerTrade LLC does not provide financial, investment, or legal advice.

This limitation of liability applies to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law in the State of New York and under U.S. federal law.

Data Protection & Privacy

BalancerTrade LLC processes personal data in accordance with its Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. As a company operating in the United States and serving users globally, we adhere to applicable data protection laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and, where relevant, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for users in the European Economic Area.

Our Data Protection Officer can be reached at [email protected]. Users have the right to access, rectify, delete, or port their personal data, as well as to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent. For more details, please consult our full Privacy Policy.

Anti-Money Laundering & Counter-Terrorist Financing

BalancerTrade LLC maintains a comprehensive Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorist Financing (CTF) program in accordance with the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and applicable FinCEN regulations. Our program includes risk-based customer due diligence, ongoing transaction monitoring, and suspicious activity reporting.

While the platform facilitates non-custodial interactions with decentralized protocols, we implement Know Your Customer (KYC) verification for certain services as required by law. Users may be asked to provide government-issued identification, proof of address, and other information to verify their identity before accessing specific features.

Our AML/CTF program is overseen by our Chief Compliance Officer and is subject to periodic independent review. We cooperate fully with law enforcement and regulatory authorities in investigations related to financial crime. For reporting suspicious activity, contact [email protected].

Sanctions Compliance

BalancerTrade LLC strictly adheres to economic sanctions programs administered by the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) and similar authorities in other jurisdictions. The platform and its services are not available to individuals or entities:

• ▸ Listed on OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list
• ▸ Located in or residents of comprehensively sanctioned jurisdictions (including but not limited to Iran, North Korea, Syria, Cuba, and the Crimea region of Ukraine)
• ▸ Subject to other applicable sanctions or trade embargoes

We employ automated screening tools and manual review processes to ensure compliance with these obligations. Users found to be in violation of sanctions policies will have their access terminated and may be reported to relevant authorities.

Third-Party Services & Integrations

The BalancerTrade platform integrates with various third-party services, including but not limited to blockchain infrastructure providers, data aggregators, wallet interfaces, and payment processors. These third parties operate independently and have their own terms of service and privacy policies.

BalancerTrade LLC does not endorse, guarantee, or assume liability for the performance, security, or accuracy of any third-party service integrated into the platform. Users are encouraged to review the terms and policies of any third-party service they interact with through the platform.

Notable integrations include the Balancer Protocol (balancer.fi), Ethereum and Polygon network RPC providers, and various decentralized exchange aggregators. For a complete list of current integrations, please refer to our technical documentation or contact support.

Changes to This Legal Notice

BalancerTrade LLC reserves the right to update or modify this Legal Notice at any time without prior notice. Changes become effective immediately upon posting to the website. Users are encouraged to review this page periodically for any updates.

Material changes will be communicated via a prominent notice on the platform or through email notification to registered users. Continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Last updated: May 15, 2025

Risk Disclosure & User Acknowledgment

By accessing or using the BalancerTrade platform, you acknowledge and accept the following material risks associated with decentralized finance (DeFi) and smart portfolio management:

• ▸ Smart Contract Risk: The Balancer protocol and related smart contracts may contain vulnerabilities, bugs, or exploits that could result in total loss of funds. No smart contract is immune to failure.
• ▸ Impermanent Loss: Liquidity providers in automated market maker (AMM) pools may experience impermanent loss relative to holding assets outside the pool, particularly during periods of high volatility.
• ▸ Market Volatility: Digital asset prices are highly volatile and can fluctuate dramatically within short periods. Past price movements do not predict future performance.
• ▸ Regulatory Uncertainty: The legal and regulatory status of DeFi protocols, digital assets, and related services remains uncertain and may change rapidly, potentially affecting platform availability or user obligations.
• ▸ Liquidity Risk: Certain pools or assets may experience reduced liquidity, making it difficult to execute transactions at desired prices or within reasonable timeframes.

You confirm that you have sufficient understanding of these risks and that you are solely responsible for any financial decisions made through the platform. BalancerTrade LLC does not provide investment advice and recommends consulting with a qualified financial professional before engaging with DeFi services.

Communication & Notifications

All official communications from BalancerTrade LLC will be sent to the email address provided during account registration or through notices posted on the platform. Users are responsible for maintaining accurate contact information and regularly checking for updates.

Legal notices, regulatory filings, and other formal correspondence should be directed to our registered agent or sent via certified mail to our office address. Electronic communications sent to [email protected] are considered received upon confirmation of delivery.

Please note that BalancerTrade LLC will never request private keys, seed phrases, or passwords via email, phone, or direct message. Any such request should be reported immediately to [email protected].

Severability & Entire Agreement

If any provision of this Legal Notice is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable while preserving the original intent.

This Legal Notice, together with the Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, and Disclaimer, constitutes the entire agreement between you and BalancerTrade LLC regarding your use of the platform. No waiver of any term shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or any other term.

Contact & Support Channels

For general inquiries, technical support, or account-related questions, please use the following channels:

Our support team is available Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time (ET), excluding major U.S. holidays. Emergency security issues should be reported via the security email address above and will be acknowledged within 24 hours.

For physical correspondence, please use our registered office address: 350 Fifth Avenue, Suite 3304, New York, NY 10118, United States. All mail is processed during regular business hours and forwarded to the appropriate department.

Platform Availability & Maintenance

BalancerTrade LLC strives to maintain high availability of its platform but does not guarantee uninterrupted access. Scheduled maintenance, emergency updates, network congestion, blockchain-related issues, or force majeure events may temporarily affect platform functionality.

Users will be notified of scheduled maintenance at least 24 hours in advance via email and platform notifications whenever reasonably possible. Emergency maintenance may be performed without prior notice to address critical security vulnerabilities or system integrity issues.

We recommend that users refrain from executing time-sensitive transactions during announced maintenance windows. BalancerTrade LLC shall not be liable for any losses incurred due to platform unavailability, including but not limited to missed trading opportunities, failed transactions, or price slippage.

Fees & Compensation Structure

BalancerTrade LLC charges fees for certain platform services, including but not limited to premium portfolio management tools, advanced analytics, and priority support. All applicable fees are clearly disclosed before any transaction or subscription is confirmed.

Fees may include:

• ▸ Platform Access Fees: Monthly or annual subscription fees for premium tiers, as published on the pricing page.
• ▸ Transaction Fees: Fees applied to certain automated portfolio rebalancing or liquidity management actions, expressed as a percentage of the transaction value.
• ▸ Performance Fees: Where applicable, a share of positive returns generated through managed strategies, clearly capped and disclosed in the relevant service agreement.

BalancerTrade LLC does not charge hidden fees. Users are encouraged to review the full fee schedule on the Services page or contact support for detailed information. We reserve the right to modify fees with 30 days' notice to affected users.

Referral & Affiliate Program Terms

BalancerTrade LLC offers a referral and affiliate program that allows users to earn rewards for introducing new clients to the platform. Participation in this program is subject to the following terms and conditions:

• ▸ Rewards are paid only for verified, non-duplicate referrals who complete the required onboarding steps as defined in the program terms.
• ▸ Self-referrals, fake accounts, or any attempt to game the referral system will result in forfeiture of all rewards and potential account suspension.
• ▸ Referral rewards are not guaranteed future income and may be modified, suspended, or discontinued at any time at the sole discretion of BalancerTrade LLC.
• ▸ Affiliates must comply with all applicable advertising and marketing laws, including FTC endorsement guidelines and state-specific disclosure requirements.

BalancerTrade LLC reserves the right to audit referral activity and claw back rewards obtained through fraudulent or non-compliant means. The full affiliate agreement is available upon request from [email protected].

Force Majeure

BalancerTrade LLC shall not be held liable for any delay, failure, or interruption in the performance of its obligations under this Legal Notice or related agreements resulting directly or indirectly from causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to:

• ▸ Acts of God, natural disasters, pandemics, or public health emergencies
• ▸ War, terrorism, civil unrest, or government actions
• ▸ Blockchain network failures, forks, or attacks (including 51% attacks, reorgs, or consensus failures)
• ▸ Internet outages, power failures, or telecommunications disruptions
• ▸ Regulatory changes, court orders, or legal prohibitions affecting platform operations

In the event of a force majeure event, BalancerTrade LLC will use reasonable efforts to resume performance as soon as practicable. The affected obligations shall be suspended for the duration of the force majeure event, and any timeframes for performance shall be extended accordingly.

Electronic Signatures & Records

By using the BalancerTrade platform, you consent to the use of electronic signatures, records, and communications for all agreements, disclosures, and notices related to your use of the platform. You agree that electronic records satisfy any legal requirement that such documents be in writing, to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, including the U.S. Electronic Signatures in Global and National Commerce Act (ESIGN) and the New York State Electronic Signatures and Records Act (ESRA).

You may request a paper copy of any electronic record by contacting [email protected]. BalancerTrade LLC may charge a reasonable fee for producing and mailing such copies. To withdraw your consent to electronic records, you must notify us in writing and discontinue use of the platform.

Language & Translation

This Legal Notice is originally drafted in English. Any translations provided are for convenience only and do not constitute official versions. In the event of any discrepancy or conflict between the English version and a translated version, the English version shall prevail and govern all rights and obligations.

Communications with BalancerTrade LLC, including legal notices and official correspondence, should be conducted in English unless otherwise agreed in writing by both parties. BalancerTrade LLC may communicate in other languages at its discretion but is not obligated to do so.

Tax Reporting & Compliance

BalancerTrade LLC does not provide tax advice, and users are solely responsible for determining and fulfilling their tax obligations arising from the use of the platform. Depending on your jurisdiction, activities such as trading digital assets, providing liquidity, earning rewards, or realizing gains may be taxable events.

Users may have reporting obligations to tax authorities including but not limited to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the United States. BalancerTrade LLC may be required to report certain transactions to tax authorities as mandated by applicable law, including under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) broker reporting rules if and when they take effect.

We recommend consulting with a qualified tax professional familiar with digital asset taxation in your jurisdiction. BalancerTrade LLC may provide transaction history reports and tax summary tools as a convenience, but these should not be relied upon as definitive tax documentation.

Account Termination & Suspension

BalancerTrade LLC reserves the right to suspend, restrict, or terminate access to the platform, in whole or in part, at any time and without prior notice, for any reason including but not limited to:

• ▸ Violation of these terms or any applicable policy
• ▸ Suspicion of fraudulent, illegal, or unauthorized activity
• ▸ Failure to complete required KYC/AML verification
• ▸ Risk of harm to the platform, its users, or third parties
• ▸ Legal or regulatory requirement

In the event of termination, users retain the ability to withdraw any digital assets held in non-custodial wallets through the underlying blockchain. BalancerTrade LLC does not hold user funds and cannot block on-chain transactions. Users should ensure they maintain their own private key backups and seed phrases independently of the platform.

Terminated users may request a copy of their personal data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. BalancerTrade LLC may retain certain data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes even after account termination.

Feedback & User Submissions

Any suggestions, ideas, feedback, or other submissions provided by users to BalancerTrade LLC regarding the platform or its features (collectively, "Feedback") shall become the exclusive property of BalancerTrade LLC. By submitting Feedback, you automatically assign all rights, title, and interest in such Feedback to BalancerTrade LLC without any compensation or obligation.

BalancerTrade LLC may use, modify, distribute, and commercialize Feedback for any purpose without restriction or attribution. Users are not entitled to any royalties or other compensation for Feedback. If you do not wish to assign your rights, please do not submit Feedback.

This section does not apply to personal data, which is governed by our Privacy Policy. For feature requests or suggestions, please contact [email protected].

Waiver & Cumulative Remedies

No failure or delay by BalancerTrade LLC in exercising any right, power, or remedy under this Legal Notice shall operate as a waiver thereof. A single or partial exercise of any right, power, or remedy shall not preclude any other or further exercise thereof or the exercise of any other right, power, or remedy.

The rights and remedies provided in this Legal Notice are cumulative and are not exclusive of any rights or remedies provided by law. Any waiver must be in writing and signed by an authorized representative of BalancerTrade LLC to be effective.

If BalancerTrade LLC waives a breach of any provision, such waiver shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other provision.