Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

PortfolioDevs ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our platform.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using PortfolioDevs, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Company name and job title (for clients)
• Professional experience and skills (for developers)
• Resume, portfolio, and work samples
• Payment and billing information
• Communication preferences

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Platform, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device information (browser type, operating system, device type)
• IP address and location data
• Usage data (pages visited, time spent, click patterns)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

2.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third parties, including social media platforms (when you sign in via Google), background check services (for developer vetting), and business partners.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our Platform and services
• To match clients with suitable developers
• To process payments and manage billing
• To verify developer qualifications and conduct vetting
• To communicate with you about your account and engagements
• To send marketing communications (with your consent)
• To improve our Platform and develop new features
• To detect and prevent fraud and security threats
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Other Users

Developer profiles (including name, skills, experience, and rates) are visible to clients. Client project requirements are shared with matched developers.

4.2 With Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating the Platform, including payment processors, cloud hosting providers, analytics services, and customer support tools.

4.3 For Legal Purposes

We may disclose information when required by law, in response to legal process, or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and penetration testing
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Employee training on data protection
• Incident response procedures

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. We may also retain information to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of the information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications at any time
• Withdraw consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@portfoliodevs.io.

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information and improve our Platform. Types of cookies we use include:

• Essential cookies: Required for the Platform to function properly
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our Platform
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Platform functionality.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. When we transfer data internationally, we implement appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by relevant authorities.

10. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

11. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including:

• The right to know what personal information we collect and how it is used
• The right to delete personal information
• The right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• The right to non-discrimination for exercising your privacy rights

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: