1. Introduction
At Oceanlancer ("Platform", "we", "our", "us"), we value and respect your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data when you access or use our website, mobile application, and related services ("Services").
By using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
We may collect the following categories of personal information:
- Account Information: Full name, email address, phone number, password.
- Identity Verification Data: Government-issued ID, passport, or other verification documents (if required).
- Usage Data: IP address, device type, browser information, operating system, access logs, browsing behavior within the Platform.
- User Content: Job postings, proposals, contracts, messages exchanged between Clients and Freelancers.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To create and manage your account.
- To facilitate contracts, projects, and secure payment transactions.
- To verify identity and prevent fraud.
- To provide customer support and respond to inquiries.
- To improve and customize the Platform experience.
- To send notifications, updates, or promotional content (with opt-out options).
- To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms & Conditions.
4. Sharing of Information
We may share your data with:
- Legal Authorities: If required by applicable law, regulation, or legal process.
- We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard measures to protect your personal data, including:
- Encryption (SSL/TLS) for data in transit.
- Secure servers and restricted access to personal information.
- Regular monitoring for suspicious or unauthorized activity.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your personal data.
- Correct or update inaccurate or incomplete data.
7. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Remember login preferences.
- Analyze traffic and usage patterns.
- Customize your user experience.
- You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but some features may not function properly.
8. Data Retention
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We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our Services, comply with legal obligations (e.g., tax and anti-money laundering laws), resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
9. Children’s Privacy
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Our Services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors.
10. Changes to this Privacy Policy
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We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Platform after updates indicates your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.
11. Contact Us
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If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
📧 Email: [email protected]