Privacy Policy - Data Protection & User Privacy

1. Introduction

Linko Marketplace ("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

Personal Information

We collect information that you provide directly to us, including:

Name and contact information (email address)
Account credentials (username and password)
Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)
Profile information (company name, website, bio)
Communication preferences

Usage Information

We automatically collect certain information about your device and how you interact with our Platform:

Device information (browser type, operating system)
IP address and location data
Usage data (pages viewed, time spent, clicks)
Cookies and similar tracking technologies

Transaction Information

Purchase history and order details
Content submissions
Communication with publishers and support

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve our services
To process transactions and send related information
To communicate with you about updates, offers, and support
To personalize your experience on the Platform
To detect and prevent fraud and abuse
To analyze usage patterns and improve functionality
To comply with legal obligations
To send marketing communications (with your consent)

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

With Publishers

When you purchase a guest post, we share necessary information (name, email, content) with the publisher to facilitate publication.

Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf:

Payment processing (Stripe)
Email service providers
Analytics providers
Cloud hosting services (Supabase)

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect our rights and safety.

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 personal information:

Encryption of data in transit and at rest
Secure authentication and access controls
Regular security audits and updates
Employee training on data protection
Secure payment processing through PCI-compliant providers

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction

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

Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information by contacting us at privacy@linkomarketplace.com. Note that some information may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes.

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any marketing email or updating your communication preferences in your account.

Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect platform functionality.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

Provide our services to you
Comply with legal obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
Maintain business records

When data is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

8. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our Platform, you consent to such transfers.

10. 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 read their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes via email or a notice on the Platform. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: privacy@linkomarketplace.com
Support: support@linkomarketplace.com
Address: [Company Address]

13. California Privacy Rights

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to know if personal information is sold or disclosed
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
Right to deletion of personal information
Right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@linkomarketplace.com.

14. European Privacy Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including:

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

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@linkomarketplace.com.