Welcome to Task Up, a global freelancing platform that connects businesses with skilled professionals across various industries. Protecting your privacy is fundamental to our commitment to delivering a secure, transparent, and efficient user experience.

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal data when you interact with Task Up. It also outlines your rights regarding your information and how you can manage your privacy preferences.

Our goal is to ensure full transparency about how your information is handled, allowing you to make informed decisions while using our services. By using Task Up, you acknowledge and agree to the collection, processing, and use of your personal data as described in this policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Privacy Policy, we advise you to discontinue the use of our services. However, if you have any concerns, our support team is available to address your questions and assist with privacy-related inquiries.

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our services, legal obligations, or security measures. Any modifications will be communicated through our platform or via email to ensure you remain informed about how your data is managed.

Your privacy matters to us, and we appreciate the trust you place in Task Up. We are dedicated to providing a secure, transparent, and efficient freelancing platform where businesses and professionals can collaborate safely and effectively.

A. Personal Information (Provided by You)

- Account Information: Name, username, password, and profile details.

- Contact Information: Email address, phone number, and billing details.

- Identity Verification: Government-issued ID or business verification documents (if required for security purposes).

- Financial Data: Payment information for transactions (handled securely).

- Professional Details: Work experience, portfolio, skills, certifications, and project history.

- Usage Data: Activity logs, project interactions, and platform engagement details.

- Device & Network Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and geographic location (if permitted).

- Security Data: Behavioral patterns that help detect fraud, unauthorized access, or suspicious activities.

- User Contributions: Reviews and shared files related to work transactions.

- Professional Visibility: Portfolio samples, case studies, or testimonials shared on profiles.

Task Up does not collect sensitive personal information such as political beliefs, religious views, health records, or biometric data unless explicitly required and authorized by the user.

Task Up uses the collected data to improve functionality, facilitate professional connections, and ensure a safe and trustworthy work environment.

- Allowing users to register, create profiles, and interact with projects.

- Connecting clients with freelancers and enabling seamless collaboration.

- Processing secure payments for completed work.

- Suggesting relevant freelancers, jobs, and projects based on user activity.

- Enhancing search algorithms and project recommendations.

- Protecting accounts from unauthorized access and fraudulent activity.

- Verifying identities to maintain platform integrity.

- Monitoring compliance with platform policies and applicable legal obligations.

- Fulfilling regulatory obligations, responding to legal inquiries, and enforcing terms of service.

Your data is used only for the abovementioned purposes and is never sold to external parties for marketing purposes.

At Task Up, safeguarding your data is a top priority. We implement industry-standard security measures to ensure that your personal information remains protected:

Encryption – Data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.

Access Controls – Only authorized personnel can access sensitive information.

Regular Security Audits –Frequent evaluations to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.

While we take extensive precautions, no system is completely immune to threats. We encourage users to take additional steps, such as enabling strong passwords and two-factor authentication (2FA), to enhance account security.

Depending on your location and applicable privacy laws, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Access & Portability: Request a copy of your stored personal data.

Processing Restrictions: Limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.

Withdraw Consent: Opt out of specific platform communications or data collection practices.

You can manage these preferences within Account Settings or by contacting our support team at taskupSupport@gmail.com 

Task Up retains personal data only for as long as necessary to:

- Provide an optimal user experience.

- Meet financial, tax, and legal compliance obligations.

- Ensure security and fraud prevention.

Inactive accounts may be deleted or anonymized after a certain period. However, transaction history may be retained for compliance reasons.

Task Up values privacy and does not sell personal data. However, to ensure platform functionality, security, and compliance, some data may be shared in the following ways:

With Other Users: Limited profile information (such as portfolio, ratings, and reviews) may be visible to facilitate business transactions.

With Authorized Partners: Payment processors and infrastructure providers ensure secure transactions and platform stability.

With Legal Authorities: When required by law or to enforce our terms of service and security policies.

With Your Consent: Certain features may involve sharing additional information, such as external integrations or professional endorsements.

All data shared follows strict confidentiality agreements and security protocols to protect your privacy.

Task Up is committed to continuously improving its services and ensuring compliance with evolving legal and security requirements. As our platform grows, we may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our features, data protection practices, or regulatory obligations.

Any significant modifications to this policy will be communicated through email notifications, in-platform alerts, or announcements on our website. We encourage all users to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how their personal data is collected, processed, and protected.

By continuing to use Task Up after any updates take effect, you acknowledge and agree to the revised Privacy Policy. If you disagree with any changes, you may adjust your privacy settings, exercise your rights as outlined in this policy, or discontinue the use of our platform.

Your privacy matters to us, and we are here to answer any questions or address any concerns you may have about this Privacy Policy or how your data is managed.

Email: taskupSupport@gmail.com  

If you require assistance with accessing, updating, or deleting your personal data, or if you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us. Our support team is dedicated to ensuring that Task Up remains a secure, transparent, and efficient freelancing platform for all users.