Privacy Policy

Information We Collect
How We Collect Your Information
How We Use Your Information
Google OAuth Authentication
Identity Verification
Third-Party Services
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Email Communications
When We Share Your Information
How Long We Keep Your Data
Data Protection & Security
Your Privacy Rights
International Data Transfers
Children's Privacy
Changes to This Privacy Policy
Contact Us

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

Account Information

Full name
Email address
Password (encrypted)
User type (Freelancer/Client)
Profile photo/avatar

Professional Information

Bio and professional description
Skills and areas of expertise
Experience level
Hourly rate (for freelancers)
Portfolio and work samples

Identity Verification Documents

Government-issued ID (front side)
Government-issued ID (back side)
Selfie photo with ID document
Verification status and notes

Projects & Orders Data

Project details and descriptions
Proposals submitted and received
Order information and transactions
Uploaded files and deliverables
Reviews and ratings
Messages and conversations

Automatically Collected Data

IP address
Browser type and version
Device information
General location data (country/city)
Cookies and similar tracking technologies
Pages viewed and time spent
Profile views tracking
Search queries and filters used

2. How We Collect Your Information

Information You Provide

When you register, create profiles, post projects, or submit proposals

Automatically Collected

Through cookies, analytics, and platform usage tracking

Third-Party Sources

From Google OAuth when you sign in with Google

3. How We Use Your Information

Connect freelancers with clients and facilitate project collaborations
Verify your identity and prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
Process transactions and manage orders between users
Send you important notifications, updates, and communications
Improve our platform, develop new features, and enhance user experience
Detect and prevent fraudulent activities and security threats
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
Provide customer support and respond to your inquiries

4. Google OAuth Authentication

When you choose to sign in or register using Google OAuth, we receive limited information from your Google account with your consent. This provides a convenient way to access WUZZUFNY without creating a separate password.

Information We Receive from Google:

Your name (as shown on your Google account)
Your email address
Your profile photo (if available)
Google user ID (for account linking)

For information about how Google collects and uses your data, please review Google's Privacy Policy

5. Identity Verification

To maintain trust and safety on our platform, we may require users to verify their identity by uploading government-issued identification documents. This helps prevent fraud and ensures a secure marketplace.

Verification Documents

Government-issued photo ID (passport, national ID, driver's license)
Selfie photo holding your ID document

How We Protect Verification Documents:

All documents are encrypted during transmission and storage
Access limited to authorized verification personnel only
Documents retained only as long as necessary for verification
Documents securely deleted after verification or account closure (subject to legal requirements)

Your verification documents are NEVER shared with other users or third parties, except as required by law.

6. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services to provide and enhance our platform:

Google Services

Google OAuth (for authentication)
Google reCAPTCHA (for spam protection)
Google Fonts (for typography)

Email Services

Gmail SMTP (for sending emails)
Email notifications and transactional emails

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to provide, protect, and improve our platform. Here's what we use:

Cookie Type	Purpose	Duration
Essential Cookies	Required for login, authentication, and basic platform functionality	Session
Functional Cookies	Remember your preferences, language, and settings	1 year
Analytics Cookies	Help us understand how users interact with our platform	2 years

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect platform functionality.

8. Email Communications

We send different types of emails to keep you informed and help you get the most out of WUZZUFNY:

Essential Transactional Emails (Cannot opt-out)

Email verification and account confirmation
Password reset requests
Order status updates and deliverables
Proposal acceptances and rejections
Direct message notifications

Optional Notification Emails (Can opt-out)

New job postings matching your skills
New project opportunities in your category
Notifications when someone views your profile
Platform updates, tips, and promotional content

Manage your email preferences in your account settings or click "Unsubscribe" in any email.

9. When We Share Your Information

We DO NOT sell your personal information to third parties.

We only share your information in these limited circumstances:

With Other Platform Users: Your public profile information (name, bio, skills, ratings) is visible to other users. Your contact information is only shared when you engage in projects or orders.
With Service Providers: Trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our platform (email delivery, cloud hosting, analytics). These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data.
For Legal Reasons: When required by law, court order, or government request; to protect our rights and safety; or to prevent fraud and abuse.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity.

10. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

Data Type	Retention Period
Account Information	Until you delete your account + 90 days for account recovery
Verification Documents	3 years after verification or account closure (legal requirement)
Messages & Communications	Until either party deletes their account + 30 days
Backup Data	Up to 90 days in secure backups

You can request deletion of your account and data at any time by contacting privacy@wuzzufny.com. Some data may be retained longer if required by law.

11. Data Protection & Security

Enterprise-Grade Security Measures

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your information:

SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
Passwords hashed using industry-standard encryption (bcrypt)
Secure file storage with access controls and encryption
Regular security audits and vulnerability monitoring
Role-based access controls limiting who can access data
Regular encrypted backups and disaster recovery procedures
Two-factor authentication options (where available)

While we implement strong security measures, no system is 100% secure. Please use a strong, unique password and enable two-factor authentication when available.

12. Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access

Request a complete copy of all personal information we hold about you

Right to Rectification

Update or correct any inaccurate or incomplete personal information

Right to Erasure

Request permanent deletion of your account and associated personal data

Right to Data Portability

Export your data in a machine-readable format (JSON/CSV)

Right to Object

Object to certain types of data processing, including marketing communications

Right to Withdraw Consent

Withdraw your consent for data processing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at privacy@wuzzufny.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

13. International Data Transfers

WUZZUFNY operates globally. Your information may be transferred to and stored in countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws.

When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through standard contractual clauses and other legally approved mechanisms to protect your information.

14. Children's Privacy

Our platform is NOT intended for children under 18 years of age.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at privacy@wuzzufny.com and we will delete such information.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes via email or a prominent notice on our platform. Your continued use after such notification constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.