Privacy Policy (including Cookies Notice)

1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Company LTD (“Company”, “we”, “us”, “our”) collects, uses, and protects personal data when you access or use the website https://freelancerworld.vip (the “Platform”).
This Policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, how long we keep it, and your rights.
We process personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

 
2. Data controller
Company LTD
Company Number: 12345678
Random Address 1 Street, England
📧 info@freelancerworld.vip

 
3. Personal data we collect
3.1 Information you provide
• full name
• email address
• account credentials (stored securely)
• profile information (skills, portfolio, experience)
• communication with support
• payment-related identifiers (handled via PSPs)
 
3.2 Transaction data
• project payments and escrow activity
• withdrawal requests and payout records
• account balance and transaction history
 
3.3 Automatically collected data
• IP address
• device and browser information
• session data
• interaction with the Platform
 
3.4 Verification and compliance data
Where required, we may collect:
• identity documents
• proof of address
• KYC/AML verification data

 
4. How we use personal data
We process personal data to:
• provide and operate the Platform
• facilitate transactions and escrow services
• process payments and withdrawals
• verify identity and prevent fraud (AML/KYC)
• comply with legal and regulatory obligations
• provide customer support
• improve Platform functionality and security

 
5. Legal basis for processing
We rely on:
• contract performance
• legal obligations (AML, tax, compliance)
• legitimate interests (security, fraud prevention, service improvement)
• consent (where required, e.g. for cookies)

6. Data sharing
We do not sell personal data.
We may share data with:
• payment service providers (PSPs)
• hosting and infrastructure providers
• fraud prevention and compliance partners
• legal or regulatory authorities where required

 
7. Data sharing between users
As the Platform operates as a marketplace:
• Clients may view Freelancer profiles, proposals, and project-related information
• Freelancers may view project descriptions and related communications

Users acknowledge that certain data may be visible to other users involved in a Project.
Users should avoid sharing unnecessary sensitive personal data.

 
8. Fraud prevention and compliance
We may process personal data to detect, prevent, and investigate:
• fraud and abuse
• unauthorized access
• suspicious transactions

We may also process data to comply with AML, KYC, and other regulatory requirements.

 
9. International data transfers
Your data may be transferred outside your country.

Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards such as:
• Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
• adequacy decisions

 
10. Data retention
We retain personal data:
• while your account is active
• as required by law (e.g., accounting, AML, compliance)

After account closure:
• data may be retained for up to 24 months or longer where required by law
• data may be deleted or anonymized when no longer needed

11. Data security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures, including:
• encrypted data transmission
• secure authentication
• access controls
• monitoring and fraud detection systems

However, no system can guarantee absolute security.

12. Your rights
Under GDPR, you have the right to:
• access your personal data
• correct inaccurate data
• request deletion
• restrict processing
• object to processing
• request data portability
• withdraw consent where applicable

To exercise your rights:
📧 info@freelancerworld.vip

 
13. Third-party services
The Platform relies on third-party providers, including:
• payment processors
• hosting providers
• analytics tools (if used)

These providers operate under their own privacy policies.

 
14. Children’s privacy
The Platform is intended only for users aged 18 and above.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.



15. What are cookies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website.
They help the Platform function properly and improve your experience.

 
16. How we use cookies
We use cookies to:
• maintain secure sessions
• enable account functionality
• remember user preferences
• improve performance
• detect fraud and ensure security

Where required by law, non-essential cookies are used only with your consent.

 
17. Types of cookies
17.1 Essential cookies
Required for:
• login and authentication
• secure sessions
• core platform functionality
 
17.2 Functional cookies
Used to:
• store preferences
• improve usability
 
17.3 Performance cookies
Used to:
• analyze usage
• improve performance
 
17.4 Third-party cookies
May be used by:
• payment providers
• analytics providers

 
18. Cookie consent
When visiting the Platform, you may be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:
• accept all cookies
• accept only essential cookies
• manage preferences

 
19. Managing cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
Disabling cookies may affect Platform functionality.

20. Data collected via cookies
Cookies may collect:
• IP address
• device information
• session identifiers
• usage behavior

 
21. Cookie data sharing
Cookie-related data may be shared with:
• hosting providers
• payment providers
• analytics providers
We do not sell cookie data.

 
22. Cookie retention
• session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
• persistent cookies remain until they expire or are deleted

 
23. Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy and Cookies Notice at any time.
Changes take effect upon publication.

 
24. Contact
📧 info@freelancerworld.vip