Data Usage Policy
This policy explains how FlexDuty collects, uses, and protects your data.Data We Collect
From Experts
| Data Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Profile information | Matching with projects |
| Work history | Building your reputation |
| Time tracking | Accurate billing |
| Communications | Project coordination |
| Payment details | Processing payouts |
From Clients
| Data Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Company information | Account setup |
| Project scopes | Expert matching |
| Communications | Project coordination |
| Payment details | Billing and escrow |
How We Use Data
Matching experts with projects
Processing payments
Improving platform features
Preventing fraud
Customer support
Legal compliance
Data Sharing
We share data with:| Party | What We Share | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Stripe | Payment info | Process payments |
| Clients | Expert profiles | Project matching |
| Experts | Project details | Work execution |
| Service providers | Limited data | Platform operations |
- Sell your data to advertisers
- Share data without business purpose
- Use data for unrelated purposes
Data Protection
Security Measures
- Encryption at rest and in transit
- SOC 2 compliant infrastructure
- Regular security audits
- Access controls and logging
- Secure development practices
Your Rights
You can:- Access your data
- Correct inaccuracies
- Request deletion (with limitations)
- Export your data
- Opt out of marketing
Data Retention
| Data Type | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account data | Duration of account + 7 years |
| Project data | 7 years after completion |
| Communications | 7 years |
| Financial records | As required by law |
GDPR Compliance
For EU users:- Lawful basis for processing
- Right to access
- Right to rectification
- Right to erasure
- Data portability
- Right to object
Requests
To exercise your data rights:- Email privacy@flexduty.com
- Include your account email
- Specify your request
- We’ll respond within 30 days