Privacy Policy for DevDuo

Last Updated: January 31, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to DevDuo ("we," "our," or "us"). DevDuo is a professional networking platform that connects developers, designers, marketers, and other professionals for collaborative projects. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services (collectively, the "Service").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

When you create an account or use our Service, we may collect:

• Account Information: Full name, email address, phone number (optional)
• Professional Information: Skills, experience level, job title, portfolio URLs
• Authentication Data: Password (for email signup only)
• Profile Content: Bio, profile photos, project preferences, availability status

2.2 Information from Third-Party Services

When you authenticate using third-party services, we collect:

GitHub Authentication:

• GitHub username and ID
• Public profile information (name, email, profile photo)
• Public repository information
• Programming languages and contribution statistics
• GitHub profile URL

LinkedIn Authentication:

• LinkedIn ID and profile URL
• Name and professional headline
• Email address
• Profile photo
• Professional experience (with your permission)

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Service, we automatically collect:

• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the platform
• Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and preferences
• Analytics: Aggregated usage patterns and performance metrics

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide Services: Create and manage your account, facilitate matches between professionals
• Verification: Verify your identity and professional credentials
• Matching: Use your skills, preferences, and activity to suggest compatible collaborators
• Communication: Send match notifications, messages from other users, and service updates
• Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to improve our matching algorithms and user experience
• Security: Detect and prevent fraud, spam, and abuse
• Legal Compliance: Comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We share your information only in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Other Users

• Your public profile (name, skills, bio, verified status) is visible to other users
• Your GitHub/LinkedIn verification status is displayed
• Contact information is shared only after mutual matching

4.2 Service Providers

We may share information with third-party service providers that help us operate our Service:

• Cloud hosting providers (for data storage)
• Email service providers (for notifications)
• Analytics providers (for service improvement)
• Payment processors (for premium features)

4.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or if we believe such action is necessary to:

• Comply with legal obligations
• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or abuse
• Respond to government requests

4.4 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Regular security audits and updates
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Secure data storage practices

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Update

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

6.2 Delete Account

You can request deletion of your account by contacting us at privacy@devduo.co. We will delete your personal information, except where retention is necessary for legal compliance.

6.3 Communication Preferences

You can opt out of non-essential communications through your notification settings.

6.4 Third-Party Connections

You can disconnect your GitHub or LinkedIn accounts at any time through your account settings.

7. International Data Transfers

Our Service is operated from the United Kingdom. If you are accessing our Service from outside the UK, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the UK where our servers are located.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If we become aware of such collection, we will delete the information immediately.

9. 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
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending an email notification for significant changes

10. Contact Information

11. Data Protection Rights (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights:

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

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@devduo.co.

12. California Privacy Rights

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

• The right to know what personal information is collected
• The right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
• The right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
• The right to non-discrimination

13. Cookies Policy

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Maintain your session
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze usage patterns
• Improve our Service

You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly without them.

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By using DevDuo, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.