Privacy Policy

    Last updated: May 30, 2026

    1. Who we are

    This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect personal data when you use our platform (the "Platform").

    2. Data we collect

    We may collect:

    • Account data: name/username, email, password (hashed)
    • Optional profile data: phone number, city, category, bio, profile photo
    • Content you create: posts, service listings, job listings, messages, reviews
    • Technical data: IP address, device/browser info, cookies, log data

    3. Why we collect data (purposes)

    We use data to:

    • Create and manage your account
    • Provide platform features (feed, messaging, listings)
    • Prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
    • Improve performance and user experience
    • Communicate important service updates

    4. Legal basis (where applicable)

    We process data based on:

    • Your consent (e.g., optional info)
    • Contract/necessity to provide the service
    • Legitimate interest (security, fraud prevention)
    • Legal obligations (if required)

    5. Sharing of data

    We do not sell personal data.

    We may share data only with:

    • Service providers (hosting, analytics, email delivery) under confidentiality
    • Authorities if legally required
    • In case of business transfer (merger/acquisition), with notice

    6. Data retention

    We keep data only as long as needed for the purposes above. You may request account deletion.

    7. Your rights

    You may request:

    • Access to your data
    • Correction of inaccurate data
    • Deletion of your account/data (where applicable)
    • Withdrawal of consent (for optional processing)

    8. Security

    We use reasonable security measures to protect your data (encryption in transit, access control). No system is 100% secure.

    9. Cookies

    We may use cookies to keep you signed in and improve the platform. You can control cookies in your browser settings.

    10. Children

    The Platform is not intended for children under 16. If we learn we collected data from a child, we will delete it.

    11. Contact

    For privacy requests, contact: support@gigzone.app

    12. Changes to this Privacy Policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Users will be notified of significant changes via the platform or email.