1. Introduction

DroneConnect ("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

2.1 Information You Provide

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

• Account information (name, email, phone number)
• Profile information (bio, experience, qualifications)
• Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
• Communications with us and other users
• Job postings and applications
• Photos, videos, and other content you upload

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our Platform, we automatically collect:

• Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
• Usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent)
• Location data (with your permission)
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

• Provide and maintain our services
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send you notifications about your account and platform activities
• Communicate with you via email, WhatsApp, and web notifications
• Improve and personalize your experience
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• Comply with legal obligations
• Send marketing and promotional communications (with your consent)

4. Communication Preferences

By creating an account, you consent to receive communications from us through:

• Email: Account notifications, job alerts, platform updates, and promotional messages
• WhatsApp: Urgent notifications, job opportunities, and important updates
• Web Notifications: Real-time alerts about platform activities

You can manage your communication preferences in your account settings. Note that certain essential service communications cannot be disabled.

5. How We Share Your Information

We may share your information with:

• Other Users: Profile information is visible to other users to facilitate connections
• Service Providers: Third parties that help us operate the Platform (payment processors, hosting providers, analytics services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. You may request deletion of your account and data at any time, subject to legal retention requirements.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate information
• Request deletion of your information
• Object to processing of your information
• Request data portability
• Withdraw consent (where processing is based on consent)

To exercise these rights, please contact us at info@droneconnect.ie

9. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing activities. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect functionality.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

12. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

13. Changes to This Policy

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

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: info@droneconnect.ie