Privacy Policy

1. Nature of the Platform & Marketplace Disclaimer

Getprojects operates solely as a digital intermediary and marketplace facilitating connections between users, clients, agencies, independent professionals, and IT talent networks. We do not own, validate, supervise, or endorse any of the content, claims, project descriptions, profiles, job posts, messages, or other information shared by third-party users or partner entities on the platform.

Accordingly:

• Any information or communication shared by agencies, talent partners, clients, recruiters, or users is the sole responsibility of the party publishing it.
• We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, legality, or authenticity of such content or claims, and we do not moderate every communication or listing in real time.
• You understand and agree that we are not liable for any misinformation, fraud, misrepresentation, financial loss, employment consequence, or contractual issue arising from user-to-user or user-to-entity interaction on the platform.
• Users are advised to perform their own due diligence before engaging with any third party on or through our platform.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of data:

a) Personal Information:

Includes information you voluntarily provide:

• Full name
• Email address and phone number
• Account credentials
• Uploaded resumes or portfolios
• Payment or payout details (where applicable)

b) Technical & Usage Data:

Automatically collected when you interact with our Service:

• IP Address & location
• Device/browser/OS
• Login timestamps and session info
• Referral sources and activity logs
• Cookies and usage trackers

3. How We Use Your Data

Your data may be used, shared, or processed for the following:

• To create your account and allow access;
• To match you with recruiters, projects, or partners based on signals and behavior (where applicable);
• To personalize your platform experience;
• For analytical, research, and performance insights;
• To communicate important updates, platform changes, or offers (with your consent);
• As legally required under Indian law or for dispute resolution.

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

We may share data with:

• External service providers (e.g. cloud hosting, analytics, email tools)
• Payment gateways or compliance partners
• Legal or regulatory authorities upon formal request
• In cases of corporate restructuring, acquisitions, transfer of ownership etc.

All external partners are contractually obligated to follow reasonable data security practices and applicable laws.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar trackers to:

• Authenticate sessions
• Save preferences and settings
• Analyze website usage
• Improve services

You can opt out or disable cookies through your browser, although some features may be impaired.

6. User Rights (As per Indian Law)

In compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act), Indian users have:

• Right to Access: Get a copy of your personal data
• Right to Correction: Update or modify incorrect/incomplete information
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of personal data (unless legally required to retain)
• Right to Consent Withdrawal: Change your privacy preferences
• Right to Nominate a Data Manager: Assign someone to manage your data in the event of death/incapacity

7. Platform Security and Limits of Liability

We use industry-grade measures to safeguard data including:

• HTTPS and encryption
• Access control
• Periodic security audits

However, by using the platform, you acknowledge:

• That no digital transmission or storage method is 100% secure
• We are not liable for breaches caused by third-party errors, user negligence, force majeure, or criminal activity not under our control

8. Data Retention Policy

Data is retained for:

• The duration of your account's active status
• Statutory limits under applicable law
• Auditing, record-keeping, and platform improvement (in anonymized form)

Users can request deletion via email.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If a child has submitted data inadvertently, contact us for immediate deletion.

10. Cross-Border Data Transfer

All user data is stored and processed primarily in India. If you access the platform from outside India, your information may be transferred to our Indian servers. You consent to such transfer upon use.

11. Policy Updates & Notifications

We reserve the right to amend this Privacy Policy at any time to reflect legal, technological, or operational changes. Notification of materially significant changes will be provided via website pop-ups, emails, or in-app alerts.

You are responsible for reviewing this policy periodically.

Summary Clause: Platform as Intermediary

We are not responsible for content, claims, conversations, or agreements made between users, third-party recruiters, agencies, talent partners, or clients using our platform. We act only as a digital intermediary and accept no liability for any false information, broken promises, or damages arising from third-party interaction.

Responsibility lies solely with the concerned parties. Do your due diligence.