1. INTRODUCTION
WRKDEPT ("we," "our," or "us") operates the WRKDEPT marketplace platform (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Service.
By accessing or using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Service.
2. INFORMATION WE COLLECT
2.1 Personal Information
We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:
- Name and email address
- Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
- Profile information and preferences
- Content you upload, including product listings and creator applications
- Communications with us
2.2 Automatically Collected Information
When you access our Service, we automatically collect certain information, including:
- Device information and IP address
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent on pages
- Referring website addresses
- Usage patterns and preferences
3. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
- Process transactions and manage your account
- Communicate with you about products, services, and updates
- Verify creator applications and manage marketplace operations
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
- Comply with legal obligations
- Personalize your experience
4. INFORMATION SHARING AND DISCLOSURE
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
4.1 Service Providers
We share information with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:
- Stripe: Payment processing and financial transactions
- Supabase: Database hosting, authentication, and file storage
- Email service providers for communications
4.2 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
4.3 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
5. DATA SECURITY
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.
We use industry-standard encryption for data transmission and secure payment processing through Stripe, which is PCI DSS compliant.
6. YOUR RIGHTS AND CHOICES
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Request transfer of your data
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications
To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.
7. COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and store certain information. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our Service.
8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
9. INTERNATIONAL DATA TRANSFERS
Your information may be transferred to and maintained on computers located outside of your state, province, country, or other governmental jurisdiction where data protection laws may differ. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to our facilities and those third parties with whom we share it as described in this Privacy Policy.
10. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
11. CONTACT US
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: