Effective Date: [Insert Date Here]

WorknSeek LLC (“WorknSeek,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit or use the WorknSeek platform (the “Site”), including all associated services, applications, and tools (collectively, the “Services”).

By accessing or using the Site or Services, you consent to the data practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Site and Services immediately.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect personal information (data that can be used to identify you directly or indirectly) and non-personal information (data that does not, on its own, identify a specific individual). The types of information we collect include:

1.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Personal Details: Name, email address, phone number, mailing address (if provided).
• Account Credentials: Username, password, profile information (e.g., photos, occupation, biography).
• Payment or Banking Information: Payment methods, bank account details, and other transactional data (processed via third-party payment processors like Stripe Connect).
• Uploaded Content: Files, profile photos, listings, or presets you choose to share on your profile or with other users.
• Communications: Messages, support tickets, and any additional information you send us voluntarily, including feedback or survey responses.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device and Usage Information: IP address, browser type, device identifiers, operating system, and referral URLs.
• Site Interaction: Pages visited, time spent, links clicked, and navigation paths within our Site.
• Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address or precise location if you grant permission.
• Cookies and Similar Technologies: We may use cookies, web beacons, and similar tools to collect information about your interactions with our Site and Services.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various business and operational purposes, including to:

• Provide Services: Create and manage user accounts, process job postings or service requests, and facilitate transactions.
• Match and Recommend: Match Seekers with Workers or Traders, and suggest relevant opportunities or profiles.
• Payment Processing: Process payments, escrow, and payouts via third-party processors (e.g., Stripe Connect).
• Customer Support: Respond to inquiries, provide technical support, and address user complaints or disputes.
• Site Analytics and Improvement: Analyze user behavior to improve Site performance, develop new features, and personalize experiences.
• Fraud Detection and Security: Monitor, detect, and prevent fraudulent or unauthorized activities.
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.
• Communications: Send administrative emails (e.g., account confirmations) and marketing or promotional messages (from which you may opt out).
• Enforcement: Enforce our Terms of Service and investigate violations.

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties. However, we may share information in the following contexts:

• Service Providers: We share data with vendors, consultants, and providers (e.g., Stripe, analytics platforms) who perform functions on our behalf.
• Legal Disclosures: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, or court order, or if necessary to protect our rights or respond to a governmental request.
• Business Transfers: User information may be transferred in the event of a merger, acquisition, bankruptcy, or sale of our assets.
• Consent: We may share your data for other purposes if you have given us explicit permission.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies, web beacons, and other tracking technologies to remember your preferences, analyze Site performance, and enhance user experiences. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings, but doing so may limit certain features.

5. Third-Party Services

The Site may link to or integrate with third-party services (e.g., Stripe Connect, Google reCAPTCHA). We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their respective policies.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. This may include retaining your data after you delete your account for dispute resolution or legal compliance.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data. However, no system is 100% secure. You use the Site at your own risk regarding the security of your information.

8. Children’s Privacy

WorknSeek is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If we discover we have collected such data, we will delete it promptly.

9. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to:

• Access the data we hold about you.
• Request correction or deletion of your data.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
• Object to or restrict processing for certain purposes.
• Receive your data in a portable format (where applicable).
• Opt out of marketing communications by following unsubscribe instructions.

To exercise these rights, contact us at [Insert Contact Email]. You may also have the right to lodge a complaint with a local data protection authority.

10. International Data Transfers

Your personal information may be transferred across international borders if you access the Site from outside our hosting country. Where required, we implement adequate safeguards to ensure data protection during such transfers.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do, we will revise the Effective Date. Your continued use of the Site after posting any changes signifies your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, or if you wish to exercise your rights, please contact us at:

WorknSeek LLC
[Insert Address]
[Insert Contact Email]

By using WorknSeek, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with its terms, you must discontinue use of the Site immediately.

Last Updated: [Date of Last Update]