Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, such as your name, email address, professional profile, portfolio, skills, and payment details. We also collect information automatically as you use the platform, including device information, log data, and usage activity.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to operate and improve the platform, match freelancers with projects, process payments and escrow, facilitate communication between users, provide customer support, and send service-related notifications.

With your consent where required, we may send you updates about features and opportunities relevant to your account.

3. How We Share Information

We share profile and project information between employers and freelancers as necessary to facilitate contracts. We share limited data with payment processors and other service providers who help us run the platform, subject to confidentiality obligations.

We do not sell your personal information. We may disclose information when required by law or to protect the rights, safety, and security of TechAurum and its users.

4. Data Security

We implement technical and organizational measures designed to protect your information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or export your personal data, and to object to or restrict certain processing. You can manage much of your information directly in your account settings or contact us to exercise these rights.

7. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to keep you signed in, remember your preferences, and understand how the platform is used. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes through the platform or by email. Your continued use of TechAurum after changes take effect constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.