Privacy Policy - Builvero

1. Introduction

Builvero ("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 platform and services.

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

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

Account Information: Email address, password, invitation code, and profile information
Profile Data: Name, bio, skills, work experience, portfolio links, and project history
Project Information: Projects you create, contribute to, or join
Communication Data: Messages, comments, and other communications within the platform
OAuth Data: If you sign in with Google or LinkedIn, we receive basic profile information from those providers

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we automatically collect certain information, including:

Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent, and interaction patterns
Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
Log Data: Server logs, error logs, and diagnostic information
Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to track activity and preferences

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

Provide, maintain, and improve our Service
Create and manage your account and profile
Facilitate connections between builders and projects
Send you service-related communications, updates, and notifications
Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

Public Profile: Your profile information (name, bio, skills, projects) is visible to other Builvero members
Project Collaboration: Information you share within projects is visible to project members
Service Providers: We may share data with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf (hosting, analytics, email delivery)
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred

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 mechanisms
Secure hosting infrastructure

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

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, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law.

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal, regulatory, or legitimate business purposes.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: You can access and review your personal information through your account settings
Correction: You can update or correct your profile information at any time
Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and personal information
Data Portability: You can request a copy of your data in a portable format
Opt-Out: You can opt out of certain communications and data processing activities
Cookie Preferences: You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings

To exercise these rights, please contact us at adbuilvero@gmail.com.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our Service and store certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data that are stored on your device.

Types of cookies we use:

Essential Cookies: Required for the Service to function (authentication, security)
Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with the Service

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.

9. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services (e.g., Google, LinkedIn for authentication). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. 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, and we will take steps to delete such information.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. By using our Service, you consent to the transfer of your information to these countries.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this 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. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

13. Contact Us

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

Email: adbuilvero@gmail.com