KYC / AML Policy

Ether Coin Exchange & Trading Platform

Last Updated: January 12, 2026

This KYC / AML Compliance Policy outlines the procedures implemented by Ether Coin (“Company”, “Platform”, “We”, “Us”) to prevent money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, identity theft, and illegal financial activities. Our policies comply with international standards, including FATF Guidelines and AML/CFT Regulations.

1 Purpose of KYC / AML Policy

The main objectives are:

  • Verify the identity of every user
  • Prevent illegal or fraudulent activities
  • Protect users and the platform
  • Ensure transparency in financial transactions
  • Comply with national and international legal frameworks

2 Mandatory KYC Requirement

To use the platform’s main features—especially P2P trading, withdrawals, and rewards—users must complete KYC verification.

2.1 KYC is required for:

  • Account activation
  • P2P buy/sell
  • Token withdrawal
  • Referral rewards
  • Mutual trading participation
  • Level commission eligibility

2.2 Accepted KYC Documents:

For Indian Users

  • Aadhaar Card
  • PAN Card
  • Passport (optional)
  • Bank Account & UPI Details
  • Selfie & Mobile OTP

For International Users

  • National ID
  • Passport
  • Residence proof
  • Bank details

3 Information Collected During KYC

We collect: Full legal name, Date of birth, Residential address, Government-issued ID proof, Photograph / Selfie, Mobile number & email verification, Bank/UPI payment details, IP address & device information.

4 AML (Anti-Money Laundering) Procedures

4.1 Identity Verification

All users must provide genuine, valid documents. Fake or edited documents will lead to account suspension.

4.2 Transaction Monitoring

We continuously monitor suspicious activities, sudden unusual withdrawals, abnormal trading volumes, multiple account usage, and P2P fraud patterns.

4.3 Risk-Based Assessments

Every user is assigned a risk score. High-risk accounts may require additional verification.

4.4 Reporting Suspicious Activity

We reserve the right to report suspicious behavior to relevant authorities or regulatory bodies.

5 Prohibited Activities

Strictly Not Allowed:

  • Money laundering
  • Funding illegal transactions
  • Terrorism financing
  • Fraud or scam activities
  • Using someone else’s documents
  • Opening multiple accounts
  • Third-party payments
  • Chargebacks after P2P trades
  • Buying tokens with stolen funds

If detected, the platform will take action immediately.

6 Account Suspension & Termination

Your account may be suspended or permanently terminated if you fail to complete KYC, provide fake documents, engage in suspicious trading, violate AML rules, use multiple accounts, or refuse additional verification. Balances may be frozen pending investigation.

7 Additional User Verification

We may request additional documentation at any time, including video verification, live selfie, source of funds declaration, bank statements, or address re-verification. Failure to comply may result in restricted account access.

8 Data Protection & Confidentiality

All KYC data is stored securely using industry-standard practices (Encryption, Secure cloud, Restricted access). We do not sell or share user information unless required by law.

9 Record Retention Policy

We retain KYC and AML data for a minimum of 5 years after account closure, as required by compliance regulations.

10 User Responsibilities & Compliance

Users must provide true information and maintain updated details. We comply with all legal orders related to AML/CFT investigations and share necessary information with law enforcement only when legally required.

11 Policy Updates & Acceptance

Ether Coin reserves the right to update this policy without prior notice. By using Ether Coin, you agree to complete KYC honestly, follow AML guidelines, allow monitoring, and accept account suspension if rules are violated.