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Welcome to DivDesk, a global freelancing platform designed to connect clients with independent professionals. At DivDesk, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services.
Please read this policy carefully to understand how we handle your personal data.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information:
Personal Identification Information: Name, email address, phone number, postal address, and similar contact details.
Professional Information: Resume, work history, portfolio, education, and other data relevant to your qualifications.
Financial Information: Payment details such as credit card numbers and bank account information. These are handled securely via trusted third-party payment processors.
Technical Information: IP addresses, browser types, operating system, device type, access times, and user behavior on our platform.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
Create and manage your account.
Match freelancers with clients and manage project communications.
Process transactions and facilitate payments.
Respond to inquiries and provide customer support.
Improve our platform, features, and user experience.
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms & Conditions.
3. Sharing Your Information
Your data may be shared with:
Other Users: When relevant for collaboration (e.g., client-freelancer communication).
Service Providers: Including payment processors, cloud hosting, analytics, and email services.
Legal Authorities: When required by law, subpoena, or to protect rights and safety.
We do not sell, lease, or trade your personal data to third parties for marketing purposes without your explicit consent.
4. Data Security
We use industry-standard security measures (encryption, access controls, secure servers) to protect your data. However, no method of online transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and keep your credentials confidential.
5. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
Access and update your personal information.
Request deletion of your data.
Object to or restrict processing.
Withdraw consent at any time.
File a complaint with a data protection authority.
6. Jurisdiction-Specific Clauses
European Union (EU) & United Kingdom (UK GDPR)
If you reside in the EU or UK, we process your data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK GDPR. You have the right to:
Request a copy of your data ("data access").
Request data portability.
Lodge a complaint with your local Data Protection Authority.
California, United States (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants you the right to:
Know what personal data we collect and why.
Request deletion of your data.
Opt out of the sale of personal data.
Non-discriminatory treatment for exercising your rights.
To exercise these rights, please email us at [Insert Email Address].
7. International Transfers
DivDesk is a global service. Your information may be transferred and processed outside your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards (such as standard contractual clauses) are in place to protect your data.
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted here, with the "Last Updated" date revised. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the changes.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your data, you can reach us:
By email: [Insert Email Address]
On our website: [Insert Privacy Policy URL or Contact Page]
Consent
By using DivDesk, you agree to the collection and use of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.