Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

VibeConnect ("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.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account information (name, email address, password)
• Profile information (professional background, skills, portfolio)
• Payment information (processed securely through our payment provider)
• Project details and communications
• Reviews and ratings

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Device information (browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
• IP address and approximate location
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process transactions and send related notifications
• Connect Vibe Coders with suitable Engineers
• Send promotional communications (with your consent)
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Other Users: Profile information is visible to other users as necessary for platform functionality
• Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate the platform (payment processors, cloud hosting, analytics)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Secure authentication mechanisms
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and employee training

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy. When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required for legal compliance.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate information
• Delete your personal information
• Object to or restrict processing of your information
• Data portability (receive your data in a structured format)
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@vibeconnect.dev

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in and remember your preferences
• Understand how you use our platform
• Improve our services and user experience
• Provide personalized content and recommendations

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

10. Children's Privacy

VibeConnect is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If we learn we have collected information from a child, we will delete it promptly.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through the platform. Your continued use of the platform after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

13. Contact Us

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