Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Emitt. This Privacy Policy explains how Werkless V.O.F. ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, discloses, and protects your personal information when you use our platform at console.emitt.co and related services (collectively, the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

Account Information:

• Full name
• Email address
• Phone number
• Password (encrypted)
• Profile picture
• Company/brand name (for advertisers)
• Payment information (processed securely via Stripe)

Creator-Specific Information:

• Social media account connections (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube)
• Content submissions and uploads
• Bank account or payment details for payouts (processed via Stripe Connect)

Advertiser-Specific Information:

• Company details and billing information
• Campaign content and requirements
• Team member information

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Usage Data:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and features used
• Date and time of access
• Referring website addresses

Cookies and Tracking Technologies:

• Session cookies (essential for functionality)
• Authentication tokens
• Analytics data

2.3 Information from Third-Party Platforms

When you connect your social media accounts, we collect:

• Public profile information
• Username and account ID
• Follower/subscriber counts
• Video/content performance metrics (views, likes, comments, shares)
• Content metadata

We only access information that you authorize through each platform's permission system.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

Service Provision:

• Create and manage your account
• Facilitate connections between creators and advertisers
• Process campaign applications and submissions
• Track content performance and calculate earnings
• Process payments and payouts

Communication:

• Send verification codes (SMS/email) for authentication
• Notify you about campaign updates, approvals, and rejections
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Send important service announcements

Security and Fraud Prevention:

• Verify your identity
• Protect against unauthorized access
• Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
• Enforce our Terms of Service

Improvement and Analytics:

• Analyze usage patterns to improve our Service
• Develop new features and functionality
• Conduct research and analysis

4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide our Service to you
• Legitimate Interests: Improving our Service, preventing fraud, and ensuring security
• Consent: Where you have given explicit consent (e.g., connecting social media accounts)
• Legal Obligation: Compliance with applicable laws and regulations

5. How We Share Your Information

5.1 With Other Users

• Creator profiles and performance metrics are visible to advertisers
• Advertiser campaign details are visible to creators who apply
• We do not share private contact information between parties without consent

5.2 With Service Providers

We share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our Service:

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.

5.3 For Legal Reasons

We may disclose your information if required by law, legal process, or governmental request, or to:

• Protect our rights, property, or safety
• Prevent fraud or illegal activity
• Enforce our Terms of Service

5.4 Business Transfers

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

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our Service. Specifically:

• Account data: Retained until you delete your account
• Transaction records: Retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
• Analytics data: Retained in anonymized form indefinitely
• Communication records: Retained for 2 years

Upon account deletion, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

7. Your Rights

7.1 For All Users

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Correct inaccurate data
• Delete your account and associated data
• Export your data in a portable format
• Opt out of marketing communications

7.2 Additional Rights for EEA Residents (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area, you also have the right to:

• Restrict processing of your personal data
• Object to processing based on legitimate interests
• Withdraw consent at any time (without affecting prior processing)
• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@emitt.co.

7.3 California Residents (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act, including:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

8. Data Security

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

• Encryption of data in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure cloud infrastructure

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

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States and the Netherlands. These countries may have different data protection laws.

For transfers from the EEA, we rely on:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
• Service providers' compliance with applicable data protection frameworks

10. Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in
• Remember your preferences
• Analyze usage patterns
• Ensure security

Types of cookies we use:

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may affect Service functionality.

11. SMS/Text Messaging

By providing your phone number and requesting verification, you consent to receive SMS messages from Emitt for:

• One-time verification codes (OTP)
• Account security alerts

Message frequency: Only when you request a verification code

Message and data rates may apply

To opt out: Reply STOP to any message or contact info@emitt.co

We do not send marketing messages via SMS.

12. Third-Party Links

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

13. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Sending you an email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the Service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

• Email: info@emitt.co
• General inquiries: info@emitt.co

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may also contact your local data protection authority.