Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

FreelanceTimeBuddy ("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 time tracking and project management service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We collect information you provide directly to us, including:

• Name and email address
• Company and job title information
• Payment and billing information
• Profile pictures and logos
• Communication preferences

2.2 Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your use of the Service:

• Time tracking data and project information
• Client and project management data
• Feature usage and interaction patterns
• Device and browser information
• IP address and location data

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
• Process transactions and manage subscriptions
• Send you technical notices and support messages
• Respond to your comments and questions
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns
• Detect and prevent fraud and abuse
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service
• Payment Processing: Payment information is processed by secure payment processors
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred
• With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit permission

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication measures
• Secure data centers and infrastructure
• Employee training on data protection

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. We may retain certain information for longer periods to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our Service. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze how you use our Service
• Provide personalized content and features
• Improve our Service performance

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may affect Service functionality.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service may integrate with third-party services such as:

• Payment processors (Stripe)
• Authentication providers (Google OAuth)
• Accounting software (QuickBooks)
• Analytics services

These services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

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

14. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

15. CCPA Compliance (California Users)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Please contact us if you need to exercise these rights or have questions about our CCPA compliance.