1. Introduction
1.1 Overview
Welcome to Rivala, a marketplace for technologists. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website, web application, and related services (collectively, the “Services”). By accessing or using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
1.2 Acceptance of policy
By using our Services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms outlined herein, please refrain from using our Services.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect various types of personal information, including but not limited to your name, email address, contact information, and other identifiers when you register for an account, submit forms, or interact with our Services.
2.2 Usage Information
We gather information about how you use our Services, including your IP address, device information, browser type, and pages visited. This helps us analyze trends, improve functionality, and enhance user experience.
2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, customize content, and analyze trends. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.
2.4 Third-Party Data
We may receive information from third-party sources to enhance the accuracy of our records and improve our Services.
3. How We Use Your Information
3.1 Providing and Improving Services
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including providing and improving our Services, customizing content and user experience, communicating with you about updates and promotions, and analyzing usage patterns and trends.
3.2 Customization and Personalization
We strive to provide a personalized experience by using your information to tailor our Services to your preferences and interests.
3.3 Communication
We may use your contact information to communicate with you about our Services, promotions, and important updates. You can manage your communication preferences through your account settings.
3.4 Analytics and Insights
We analyze user behaviour and trends to gain insights into how our Services are used. This helps us enhance functionality and optimize user experience.
4. Information Sharing
4.1 With Your Consent
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent.
4.2 Service Providers
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Services, conducting our business, or servicing you.
4.3 Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required by law, governmental request, or where we believe it is necessary to protect our legal rights, the rights of others, or for the prevention or detection of a crime.
4.4 Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction.
5. Your Choices
5.1 Account Settings
You can manage your account settings, update preferences, and adjust privacy settings to control the information you share.
5.2 Communication Preferences
While we may send essential communications related to your account, you can opt out of promotional communications.
5.3 Cookie Management
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Services.
5.4 Data Access and Deletion Requests
You have the right to access the information we hold about you and request its deletion. Please contact us at writeus@rivala.io for assistance.
6. Data Security
6.1 Security Measures
We employ industry-standard security measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.
6.2 Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.
6.3 Third-Party Security
While we take measures to protect your data, we cannot guarantee the security of information transmitted to or from our Services over the Internet.
7. Children’s Privacy
7.1 Age Restriction
Our Services are not intended for users under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect or store information from children.
7.2 Parental Controls
Parents or legal guardians can contact us at writeus@rivala.io to inquire about and manage the information collected.
8. International Users
8.1 Cross-Border Data Transfer
By using our Services, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, including the United States, where data protection laws may differ.
8.2 Compliance with Laws
We comply with applicable data protection laws and regulations, and we expect our users to do the same.
9. Changes to this Privacy Policy
9.1 Notification of Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Significant changes will be communicated through our website or by other means.
9.2 Notification of Changes
The date of the latest revision will be indicated at the top of the policy.
10. Contact Us
10.1 General Inquiries
For general inquiries regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us at writeus@rivala.io.
10.2 Data Protection Officer
If you have specific concerns about data protection, you can contact our Data Protection Officer at writeus@rivala.io
Latest updateJanuary 19th 2024