Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

VibeGigs ("we," "us," "our") operates vibegigs.com and related services (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you use our Service.

By using VibeGigs, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:

• Create an account: Name, email address, password, professional information
• Complete your profile: Bio, work experience, skills, location, profile picture, cover image
• Create content: Posts, comments, job listings, messages
• Subscribe to Pro: Billing information (processed by Stripe)
• Contact us: Name, email, message content

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use VibeGigs, we automatically collect:

• Usage data: Pages viewed, features used, time spent, interactions
• Device information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
• Cookies and tracking: Session data, preferences, authentication tokens
• Log data: Access times, error logs, referring URLs

2.3 Information from Third Parties

We may receive information from:

• OAuth providers: When you sign in with Google or other services, we receive basic profile information (name, email, profile picture)
• Payment processors: Stripe provides transaction information for Pro subscriptions

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

Purpose	Description
Provide the Service	Create and maintain your account, enable posting and social features, process job applications
Improve the Service	Analyze usage patterns, develop new features, fix bugs, enhance user experience
Communicate	Send notifications, respond to inquiries, provide customer support, send service updates
Security	Detect fraud, prevent abuse, enforce Terms of Service, protect user safety
Legal Compliance	Comply with legal obligations, respond to legal requests, protect our rights
Marketing	Send promotional emails (with your consent), analyze campaign effectiveness

4. How We Share Your Information

We share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 Public Content

Content you post publicly (posts, comments, profile information) is visible to other users and may be indexed by search engines. Exercise caution when sharing personal information publicly.

4.2 Service Providers

We share information with third-party service providers who help us operate the Service:

• Hosting: Cloud infrastructure providers
• Analytics: Usage analytics and performance monitoring
• Payment processing: Stripe for subscription billing
• Email: Email service providers for notifications
• Authentication: OAuth providers (Google, etc.)

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to:

• Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or subpoenas
• Enforce our Terms of Service
• Protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
• Investigate fraud or security issues

4.4 Business Transfers

If VibeGigs is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred. We will notify you of any such change and any choices you may have.

4.5 With Your Consent

We may share information with third parties when you explicitly consent, such as when applying for jobs through the platform.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as:

• Your account is active
• Needed to provide the Service
• Required by law or for legitimate business purposes
• Necessary to resolve disputes or enforce agreements

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 90 days, except where retention is required by law.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Correction

You can access and update your profile information at any time through your account settings.

6.2 Data Portability

You have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.

6.3 Deletion

You can delete your account at any time. Note that some information may be retained as described in Section 5.

6.4 Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or updating your notification preferences.

6.5 Cookies

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. However, disabling cookies may limit your ability to use certain features of the Service.

6.6 Do Not Track

We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals because there is no industry standard for compliance.

7. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure database storage

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security, and you use the Service at your own risk.

8. Children's Privacy

VibeGigs is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States. These countries may have data protection laws different from your country. By using the Service, you consent to such transfers.

10. California Privacy Rights

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

• Right to know: Request disclosure of personal information collected
• Right to delete: Request deletion of your personal information
• Right to opt-out: Opt out of sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

11. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

• Right of access to your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent

Our legal basis for processing your data includes: consent, contract performance, legal obligations, and legitimate interests.

12. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Authenticate users and maintain sessions
• Remember preferences and settings
• Analyze usage and improve the Service
• Provide personalized content

Types of Cookies We Use:

• Essential cookies: Required for the Service to function
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Service
• Preference cookies: Remember your settings and choices

13. Third-Party Links

The Service may contain links to third-party websites and services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Material changes will be communicated via email or prominent notice on the Service. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Legal Email: [email protected]
Address: VibeGigs, Wyoming, United States

16. Data Protection Officer

For privacy-related inquiries, our designated contact is available at [email protected].