Privacy Policy

At GigWork, we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you use our website and services. By using our website and services, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Personal Information: When you register your business on our platform or interact with our services, we may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, business details, location, and social media handles.
  • Business Information: This includes information related to your business, such as business name, address, category, services offered, images, logos, and any other details you choose to provide.
  • Usage Information: We collect information about how you use our website, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages viewed, and the time spent on our site.
  • Communications: If you contact us through WhatsApp, email, or other channels, we may collect the content of your communications and any other information you choose to provide.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Provide and Improve Our Services: To operate, maintain, and enhance our directory, including personalizing your experience and improving our website's functionality.
  • Communication: To send you information about our services, respond to your inquiries, and provide customer support.
  • Business Listings: To display your business information in our directory, making it accessible to users searching for businesses in your category.
  • Marketing: To send you promotional materials and updates about our services, if you have opted to receive such communications.
  • Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and trends to improve our services and enhance user experience.
  • Compliance: To comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

3. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • With Users: Business information provided by you will be visible to users of our directory when they search for businesses within your category.
  • Service Providers: We may share your information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and delivering our services (e.g., hosting providers, payment processors).
  • Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to legal processes (e.g., a court order or subpoena).
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Your Choices

  • Access and Update: You can access and update your business information at any time by contacting us or using the relevant features on our website.
  • Opt-Out: If you no longer wish to receive marketing communications from us, you can opt out by following the unsubscribe instructions in those communications.
  • Data Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal information by contacting us. We will comply with your request, subject to our legal obligations.
  • Third-Party Links: We aren't responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

6. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these external sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and we will notify you of any significant changes by email or through our services.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at [email protected].