Compliance & Trust
Last updated: 31 January 2026
This document contains Tiktaalik AI’s Cookie Notice, Data Processing Addendum (DPA), and Security & Trust Overview. It is intended to support public website compliance and early enterprise trust conversations.
1. Cookie Notice
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are commonly used to ensure websites function correctly and securely.
How We Use Cookies
Tiktaalik AI uses only essential and limited analytics cookies.
We use cookies to:
- Enable core website functionality
- Maintain language and theme preferences
- Understand aggregate website usage to improve performance
We do not use cookies for:
- Advertising
- Cross-site tracking
- Behavioral profiling
Managing Cookies
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
2. Data Processing Addendum (DPA)
This Data Processing Addendum applies where Tiktaalik AI processes personal data on behalf of a customer as part of its services.
Customer
Data Controller
Tiktaalik AI
Data Processor
Scope of Processing
Tiktaalik AI processes personal data solely to:
- Deliver agreed services
- Operate and secure AI systems
- Provide oversight and stewardship as contracted
Processing Principles
Tiktaalik AI commits to:
- Process data only on documented customer instructions
- Limit processing to what is necessary
- Ensure confidentiality of all personal data
- Implement appropriate technical and organizational safeguards
Sub-processors
Tiktaalik AI may engage vetted sub-processors (e.g., cloud infrastructure providers) solely to support service delivery. Sub-processors are contractually bound to equivalent data protection obligations.
Data Subject Rights
Tiktaalik AI will assist customers in fulfilling data subject requests, where applicable, in accordance with law.
Data Retention
Personal data is retained only for the duration required to fulfill contractual obligations, unless otherwise required by law.
Security Measures
Security controls are described in the Security & Trust section below.
3. Security & Trust Overview
Tiktaalik AI approaches security as a systems responsibility, not a checklist.
Security Principles
- Least privilege by default
- Defense in depth
- Explicit ownership of systems and access
- Continuous improvement over static compliance
Technical Controls
Depending on engagement scope, controls may include:
- Secure cloud infrastructure
- Role-based access control (RBAC)
- Encrypted communication (TLS)
- Environment separation (development / production)
- Secure secrets management
Organizational Controls
- Limited internal access to customer systems
- Access reviewed and revoked when no longer required
- Security considerations embedded in system design
Incident Handling
Tiktaalik AI maintains internal procedures to:
- Detect and assess security incidents
- Contain and mitigate impact
- Notify affected customers without undue delay where required
Trust Philosophy
Tiktaalik AI does not rely on compliance theater. We prioritize:
- Transparency
- Clear ownership
- Systems that can be reasoned about
Trust is earned through how systems behave over time, not through claims.
Contact
For questions related to privacy, data processing, or security:
Tiktaalik AI
trust@tiktaalik.aiThis document is intended as a baseline. Contractual engagements may include customized or expanded data protection and security terms.
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