HireForProjects.com Privacy Policy
Introduction
(“HireForProjects”, “we”, or “us”) operates an online crowdfunding platform that facilitates individuals investing in start-ups, growth companies, as well as enabling ambitious entrepreneurs in all sectors to raise capital from their communities, angels and institutional investors. This Privacy Notice describes the information relating to you (“Personal Data”) we collect and use, and it applies to all services that we offer whether on our website https://www.hireforprojects.com (including any of its sub-domains) or any mobile application HireForProjects provides (the “Website” and “App” respectively, and together the “Platform”) and all the people that we engage with. At HireForProjects, we prioritize your privacy and are committed to protecting it at all times. Your use of the Website constitutes your acceptance of this Privacy Policy and the Terms of Use. If you do not agree with any part of this Policy, please refrain from using the Website. This Privacy Policy explains:
- ● What information we may ask you to provide.
- ● How that information is used, protected.
- ● How you can control the information.
HireForProjects International Limited operates the website HireForProjects.com (“Website”) and any associated mobile application (“App”). This Privacy Policy applies to all users of the HireForProjects platform (“Platform”), encompassing the Website and App. By using the Platform, you agree to the collection and use of information as described herein. Persons under the age of 18 are prohibited from using HireForProjects. If any individual under this age provides private information, HireForProjects accepts no liability for such actions.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect, store, and use the following categories of personal data about you:
- ● Contact and Communication Data: This includes your name, address, email address, phone numbers, and any communications with us or other users on discussion forums within our platform.
- ● Identity Data: This includes your KYC, date of birth, identification documents, tax residency and identification number, gender, and nationality.
- ● Transaction Data: This includes information about transactions on our platform, such as payment and banking details.
- ● Usage Data: This includes technical information about your interactions with our platform, such as your browsing activity, IP address, and details about the device you use.
- ● Profile Data: This includes any information you register in the "Profile" section of your account.
- ● Business Data: If you are an entrepreneur, staff member, or otherwise associated with a business that has engaged with us, this may include demographic information,company registration and documentation, employment and educational history, and communications with our staff.
In specific circumstances outlined in Section 4 of this Privacy Notice, we may also collect and use biometric data, which is considered sensitive or special category personal data under data protection laws. Non-Personally Identifiable Information We also collect non-personally identifiable information about your usage of our site. This may include:
- ● Pages viewed and websites visited prior to accessing our site
- ● Frequency of visits and time spent on the site
- ● Clickstream data, browser type, and operating system
- ● Internet connection speed and server location
- ● Presentations or videos viewed
- ● Search criteria, results, and demographic data
- ● Presentations or videos viewed
- ● Search criteria, results, and demographic data
- ● Cookies: Small text files placed on your device to enhance your interaction with the site.
- ● Web Beacons: Transparent graphic images that track user interactions with web pages or emails.
- ● Server Logs: Records of server activity, including transactions and user interactions.
Personally Identifiable Information We collect personally identifiable information when you:
- ● Sign up for an account
- ● Send us an email through the site
- ● Sign up for or purchase services
- ● Make an investment
This information includes:
- ● Your name, password, photo id, age, date of birth, gender, email, mailing address, phone number, social security or taxpayer identification number, and identification documents (e.g., driver's license or passport).
- ● Internet protocol (IP) address and other online identifiers.
- ● Personal or company social media profiles, demographic data, and financial information (e.g., net worth, company valuations, share prices, fundraising goals)
Analytics
We use analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to track and report your interactions with our site. This may include:
- ● Time and frequency of your visits
- ● Referral websites
- ● Pages viewed websites
- ● Pages viewed during your session
Google Analytics uses first-party cookies to collect this information
2. How We Collect Data
We collect your personal data through the following methods:
1. Information You Provide to Us
When you interact with our Platform or engage with us, we may ask for specific personal information. For entrepreneurs raising capital through our Platform, we may also request details related to your business. This information helps us fulfill legal obligations, adhere to contractual agreements, and deliver our services effectively. In cases where sensitive or special categ
2. Information from Your Use of Our Services
HireForProjects gathers data about how you use our services, including your interactions with the Platform and any advertisements. Additionally, we collect information about your device and the referring website that directed you to the Platform. This data is often obtained through cookies and similar technologies. Third parties, such as advertising networks and analytics providers, may also use cookies on our Platform. While we facilitate their placement, we do not have access to these cookies or control their use.
3. Information from Third Parties and Public Sources
We may obtain your Personal Data from third-party sources, such as businesses raising funds on our Platform, ‘know your customer’ service providers, or publicly available information. It is the responsibility of these third parties to ensure their processing of your data complies with relevant data protection laws
How We Use Your Information
HireForProjects uses the information you provide to enhance your experience on our Platform and deliver services effectively, in line with this Privacy Notice. This may include modifying or utilizing non-personally identifiable or personally identifiable information, images, or textual content you submit to provide a seamless and engaging user experience. By using our Platform, you consent to the use and disclosure of your submitted or collected information as outlined here, with the understanding that privacy, confidentiality, or privilege expectations apply only as provided by law
Purpose of Data Usage
HireForProjects may use your information, including non-personally identifiable and personally identifiable data, for the following purposes:
- 1. Marketing our products and services to you.
- 2. Providing requested services and products.
- 3. Delivering targeted advertisements and messages on our Platform.
- 4. Enabling vendors and contractors to assist with marketing, operations, troubleshooting, and analytics.
- 5. Conducting research and analyzing data to improve our products, services, and Platform.
- 6. Sending special offers, updates, newsletters, and service announcements.
- 7. Verifying user information.
- 8. Complying with legal, regulatory, and policy requirements.
- 9. Protecting the Platform and its users.
- 10. Supporting other lawful business activities aligned with these purposes.
- 11. Ensuring compliance with laws and protecting HireForProjects from legal liabilities.
Where necessary, we may share your information with third parties to facilitate these services
3. Data Protection Principles
HireForProjects adheres to these principles:
- ● Personal Data must be used lawfully, fairly, and transparently.
- ● Collected for specific, valid purposes and not misused.
- ● Accurate and updated where necessary.
- ● Stored securely and retained only for as long as necessary
4. How We Use the Information We Collect
We use your Personal Data for the purposes outlined below, along with the categories of data associated with each purpose:1. Compliance with Legal or Regulatory Obligations
- We may use your Personal Data to fulfill our legal responsibilities. Without this data, we may be unable to provide our services:
- ● Identity Verification: To verify your identity, create your account, and confirm your eligibility to use the Platform’s services. (Identity Data, KYC, Contact and Communication Data, Usage Data, Business Data)
- ● Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Checks: To conduct necessary checks for AML compliance, fraud detection, and financial crime monitoring related to transactions on the Platform. (Contact and Communication Data, Identity Data, Transaction Data, Usage Data, Business Data)
- ● Investor Eligibility: To ensure investors meet regulatory requirements to make investments through the Platform. (Identity Data, Contact and Communication Data, Usage Data)
- ● Crowdfunding Compliance: To meet our responsibilities as a crowdfunding platform, including transaction recording, investment updates, regulatory reporting, and recordkeeping (which may include call recordings). (Identity Data, Contact and Communication Data, Transaction Data, Usage Data, Business Data)
2. Fulfilling Contractual Obligations
We use your Personal Data to meet our commitments under contracts with you or others:
- ● Payment Processing: To manage and administer payments and investments. (Identity Data, Contact and Communication Data, Transaction Data)
- ● Entrepreneurs’ Applications: For entrepreneurs raising capital, to assess their suitability, verify disclosures, and provide campaign-related services like marketing, PR, and facilitating transactions. (Business Data, Profile Data, Identity Data, Contact and Communication Data, Transaction Data)
- ● Investment Facilitation: For investors, to process investments, manage nominee rights, and provide fundraising businesses with campaign progress updates. (Contact and Communication Data, Transaction Data, Usage Data, Profile Data)
- ● Business Compliance: To support fundraising businesses in fulfilling tax, regulatory, and shareholder reporting obligations for completed investments. (Identity Data, Contact and Communication Data, Transaction Data, Usage Data)
3. Account and Service Information
We may use your Personal Data to provide details about your account, campaigns, investments, and payments. (Identity Data, Transaction Data, Contact and Communication Data, Usage Data, Profile Data, Business Data)
4. Supplemental Services
To facilitate participation in additional services, such as referral or introduction programs. (Contact and Communication Data, Transaction Data, Business Data)
5. Operational and Customer Support
We use Personal Data to enhance our services and Platform functionality:
- ● To monitor, improve, and manage the Platform and services. (Identity Data, Contact and Communication Data, Transaction Data, Usage Data, Profile Data, Business Data)
- ● To contact you for customer support or to ensure satisfaction with our services. (Contact and Communication Data, Transaction Data, Business Data)
- ● To respond to inquiries and support requests. Communications may be recorded or monitored for security, training, or compliance purposes. (Contact and Communication Data, Business Data)
6. Marketing and Communications
We use your Personal Data to promote and communicate about our business:
- ● To conduct surveys, aggregate user profiles, and enable research by us or third parties. (Identity Data, Contact and Communication Data, Transaction Data, Usage Data, Profile Data, Business Data)
- ● To advertise and promote our business, measure the effectiveness of our marketing, and deliver tailored content. (Contact and Communication Data, Transaction Data, Usage Data, Profile Data, Business Data)
- ● To contact individuals or businesses interested in our Platform or related fundraising campaigns with updates and offers. (Contact and Communication Data, Usage Data, Profile Data, Business Data)
- ● To create and share content about our business, such as reports, updates, and new product launches. (Contact and Communication Data, Business Data)
- ● To inform commercial and investment partners about relevant goods and services. (Business Data, Transaction Data, Contact and Communication Data, Usage Data)
- ● To provide journalists with news and updates about our business and industry. (Contact and Communication Data, Business Data)
- ● To notify referral sources when their referred investors join the Platform. (Contact and Communication Data)
- ● To enable fundraising businesses to update investors about developments and investments. (Contact and Communication Data)
7. Consent-Based Processing
We may seek your consent to process Personal Data in specific circumstances:
- ● For biometric Identity Data when other forms of Identity Data are insufficient for verification.
- ● For any other specific purpose, as explicitly agreed by you through the Platform or other means.
This approach ensures that your data is used responsibly, transparently, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
5. Transparency and User Control
- ● Notification Preferences: Manage email and notification settings via your HireForProjects account.
- ● Cookie Preferences: Adjust cookie usage through the “Cookie Preferences” link on our Website. ● Unsubscribe: Use the unsubscribe link in our emails or contact us directly to opt out
6. Accuracy and Retention of Personal Data
We are committed to ensuring the accuracy of your personal data. If you notice inaccuracies in your profile information on the HireForProjects platform, you can update it directly through the "Profile" section of your account. Alternatively, if you believe any personal data we hold about you is incorrect, please notify us using the contact details provided below. It is your responsibility to maintain the accuracy of your personal data and inform us promptly of any changes. Updates can be made through the platform or by contacting us. We retain personal data as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, for the duration of your use of the platform, and for a minimum of six years thereafter to comply with legal and regulatory record-keeping requirements
7. Information We Share
HireForProjects does not disclose your personal data to third parties except under the following circumstances:
1. Legal and Regulatory Obligations
We may share your Personal Data if required by law, regulation, court order, legitimate government authority, or arbitration panel. This includes sharing information with tax authorities or regulators when necessary.
2. Agreements and Transactions
Certain agreements you enter into with us, such as the Membership Agreement, Engagement Letter, Campaign Terms & Conditions, or Investment Agreement, may specify that your Personal Data will be disclosed in connection with transactions conducted on the Platform. Additionally, we may inform you about how your data will be used or disclosed in specific contexts, such as during a potential fundraising process for a business
3. Third-Party Service Providers
We may disclose your Personal Data to trusted third-party service providers who assist us with services such as ID verification, electronic document signing, payment processing, data analysis, marketing, and customer support. These providers are obligated to keep your data secure and confidential and may only use it for the purposes of providing their services.
4. Affiliated Entities
providers are obligated to keep your data secure and confidential and may only use it for the purposes of providing their services.
4. Affiliated Entities
Your Personal Data may be shared with entities under common ownership of HireForProjects, provided they adhere to this Privacy Notice or similar protective practices.
5. Research Purposes
We may share certain Personal Data with third-party academics to conduct research aligned with our business objectives.
6. Corporate Transactions
If HireForProjects undergoes a major corporate transaction, such as a sale of control, merger, or reorganization, your Personal Data may be disclosed to potential buyers, underwriters, or advisors. In such cases, we take reasonable precautions to ensure that the recipients maintain the security and confidentiality of your information.
7. Business Transfers
If we expand, reduce, or sell parts of our business, your Personal Data may be transferred to the acquiring party where relevant. The new owner or controlling party will use your data in accordance with this Privacy Notice.
8. International Data Transfers
When sharing Personal Data with third parties located outside country of resident, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect the transfer
9. User-Shared Information on the Platform
Certain information you provide, such as responses to questionnaires or your status as an accredited investor, may be visible to other users on the Platform based on your preferences. Similarly, if you log in using third-party services, connected users may view or follow certain information about you.
10. Internal Functions and Security
HireForProjects may use and disclose your Personal Data to support internal operations, such as account management, client services, or data analysis. Additionally, we may disclose information to investigate unlawful activity, protect our rights or the rights of others, or comply with court orders or administrative requests.
11. No Sale of Personal Data
HireForProjects does not sell your Personal Data to third parties for advertising, soliciting, or telemarketing purposes. However, if HireForProjects is sold, your Personal Data may be transferred to the acquiring entity. By adhering to these practices, HireForProjects ensures the secure and responsible use of your Personal Data while maintaining transparency in our operations.
8. Third-Party Websites and Services
The Site may contain links to external websites and services not managed by HireForProjects. Additionally, other websites or services may reference or link to our Site. We encourage you to exercise caution when navigating the internet, entering or leaving our Site, and reviewing the privacy policies of every website and service you visit. HireForProjects does not endorse, screen, or approve these external sites or services, and we are not responsible for their content or privacy practices.
How We Share Your Information with Third Parties
We may share the types of information outlined above with third parties for the following business and commercial purposes:
1. Campaign Funding
When you fund a campaign, we share your funding details with the Campaign Owner or Startup. This allows them to provide necessary documentation, customer service, transaction processing, and to comply with HireForProjects’s Additional Terms and policies. ○ Once shared, the Campaign Owner controls the received information and their privacy practices will apply.
2. Compliance and Payment Processing:
Certain funding information is shared with third parties for compliance purposes, including payment processing and identity verification.
3. Campaign Creation:
When you create a campaign, we share relevant information with third parties to meet financial compliance requirements, such as preparing for disbursement or issuing tax forms. In cases of disputes, your contact details may be disclosed to fulfill business disclosure requirements.
4. Promotions and Offers
○ If you opt to share your personal information with selected companies for promotional purposes, or request us to share it with third-party platforms (e.g., social media sites), the recipient company will control the information and apply its privacy practices.
5. Consent-Based Sharing:
○ We may share your personal information with your consent, such as when you post on public forums or blogs accessible by third parties.
6. Aggregate or De-Identified Data:
We may share aggregate or de-identified information with third parties for purposes such as research, marketing, and analytics. This information will not directly identify you. By sharing your information, we aim to fulfill specific business needs while ensuring compliance with applicable policies and regulations.
9. Your Controls and Choices
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following controls and choices:
- ● Update or deactivate your account.
- ● Manage preferences for subscriptions, newsletters, and notifications.
- ● Opt-out of receiving marketing communications. ● Adjust cookie and tracking preferences.
- ● Restrict location data sharing through device settings.
- ● Request deletion of personal data from public forums.
Note: Restricting personal data collection may limit access to certain services or features. If you have questions about the specific personal information about you that we process or retain, and your rights regarding that personal information, please contact us at privacy@HireForProjects.com.
10. Messaging
HireForProjects facilitates communication between users. While we monitor these communications for compliance purposes, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of information provided by Site visitors or investors. HireForProjects disclaims all liability and responsibility for any errors or omissions in the content available on its Site.
11. Your Rights
You have certain rights regarding your Personal Data, which will be honored in compliance with applicable data protection laws:
- ● Objecting to Data Processing or Requesting Deletion: If you wish to object to the processing of your Personal Data or request its deletion, please contact us using the details provided below. We may restrict the processing or delete your data, provided this does not conflict with our legal, regulatory, or contractual obligations.
- ● Objecting to Direct Marketing: To opt out of direct marketing, you can notify us using the contact details below. If you are a user of our Website, you may manage your preferences in the "Notifications" section of your account settings or use the 'unsubscribe' link included in our emails. To respect your request, we may retain your contact details on a suppression list to prevent future contact.
- ● Withdrawing Consent: If we have processed your data with your consent, you may withdraw your consent at any time by notifying us. Withdrawal of consent will not affect the lawfulness of any processing conducted prior to the withdrawal or processing based on other lawful grounds.
- ● Access to Your Personal Information: You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you. Providing such information may be subject to: 1. The payment of a fee. 2. Appropriate proof of identity (e.g., a certified copy of your passport and an original utility bill showing your current address).
- ● We reserve the right to withhold such information as permitted by law.
- ● Restricting Marketing Use: You can instruct us not to process your personal information for marketing purposes by emailing us. Generally, we will obtain your explicit consent for marketing use or provide you the opportunity to opt out beforehand. If you have any concerns about how your data is collected or used, please contact us at support@HireForProjects.com.
12. Security of Your Personal Data
We take reasonable measures to safeguard your Personal Data, including the use of encryption technology. Additionally, all HireForProjects employees are required to complete mandatory data protection training. However, we cannot guarantee the complete security of Personal Data disclosed online. By using our Platform, you acknowledge the inherent risks of conducting transactions over the internet and agree not to hold us liable for security breaches unless caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. To protect your data, we maintain physical, electronic, and procedural safeguards:
- ● We use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology to encrypt data during transmission, ensuring the security of information you input.
- ● Information stored in our systems or during transfers is obfuscated and/or encrypted wherever appropriate.
We work with third-party service providers who may store personal data, including addresses, financial details, electronic signatures, and payment information, on their servers. These third parties operate under their own privacy policies, which govern the use and disclosure of your Personal Data once shared with them as described in this Privacy Policy. We recommend reviewing the privacy practices of these third parties on their respective websites. Personal Data stored with third-party providers is protected using reasonable security measures as represented by these providers. However, we cannot accept responsibility for any unauthorized access or loss of data resulting from a failure by third parties to secure this information, whether accidental or otherwise. To enhance your security, it is essential to protect your account credentials and computer. Always log off when using a shared computer to prevent unauthorized access.
13. Cookie Policy
At HireForProjects, your privacy is our priority, and we are dedicated to making your online experience secure and enjoyable. To ensure transparency, we outline how cookies and tracking technologies enhance your browsing experience, personalize content, and improve advertisements. Read on for more details about our Cookie Policy
Introduction
This Cookie Policy applies to HireForProjects.com (the "Website") and explains our use of cookies. By using our Website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. Updates to the policy will be made available on our Website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, login details, and other visit-related information. Cookies are also used for analytics and advertising purposes. Types of Cookies We Use
- ● Strictly Necessary Cookies: Essential for the Website's functionality, these cookies enable key features such as secure login, access to protected areas, and transaction processing. Disabling these cookies may impact your user experience.
- ● Functionality Cookies: These cookies analyze how users interact with our Website, track popular pages, and gather usage statistics. They enhance the user experience by remembering preferences, choices, and settings, enabling customized content and smoother navigation.
- ● Targeting Cookies: Used to collect information about browsing behavior, targeting cookies help deliver more relevant ads based on the pages visited, links clicked, and interests shown. They also measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns, improving future ad targeting and performance.
- ● Third-Party Cookies: HireForProjects.com may include cookies from third-party services like Google Analytics to analyze user behavior. External services may also deploy cookies for applications featured on our Website. These cookies are governed by the respective third-party privacy policies.
Managing Cookies
You can manage or modify your cookie preferences through your browser settings. To opt out of targeted advertising, visit the Digital Advertising Alliance's opt-out page. By continuing to use our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this Cookie Policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or opting out of targeted advertising.
14. Opt-Outs and Account Management
We may occasionally send you email communications that include information, marketing, or promotional materials. If you prefer not to receive such emails, you can completely unsubscribe by contacting us through our contact form at www.HireForProjects.com/contact or using our chat feature. Please note that processing opt-out requests may take up to five (5) business days. However, certain transactional emails, such as service updates, termination notices, or payment confirmations, are essential and cannot be opted out of. To stop receiving communications from third parties, you must contact them directly or follow the unsubscribe instructions in their emails. You can update your account information by visiting your profile page and making the necessary changes. If you wish to suspend your account or need assistance with updating your details, please reach out to us via the contact form by clicking the question mark icon in the lower right corner and selecting “Contact Us” or by using our chat feature. Through your account settings, you can customize your preferences and permissions, including the visibility of your Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and Non-Personally Identifiable Information (Non-PII). To limit or stop HireForProjects, Google, or third-party cookies from being placed on your device, you can adjust your web browser settings or enable the "Do Not Track" option. Keep in mind that doing so may affect the functionality of some features on our site. You can also clear cookies directly through your browser settings. If you would like us to remove your Personally Identifiable Information from our database, please submit a request through the contact form by clicking the question mark icon in the lower right corner and selecting “Contact Us,” or use our chat feature. Please note that we are not responsible for removing your Personally Identifiable Information from the records of third-party services or partners who have received your data in compliance with this Privacy Notice.
15. International Data Transfers
Your data may be stored or processed outside your home country. While we take steps to ensure protection, international transfers may involve risks. In addition, personal information that you submit on the website will be published on the internet and will be available, globally. We cannot prevent the use or misuse of such information by others.
16. Legal Disclosures
We reserve the right to modify, update, add, or remove sections of this Privacy Notice at our sole discretion and at any time. Changes will take effect immediately upon being posted on our Site. We encourage you to review this Privacy Notice periodically to stay informed of updates. You can check the Effective Date below to determine if any changes have been made. Your continued use of our Site after updates are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Privacy Notice.
17. Acceptance of Electronic Documents
You agree that all agreements, notices, disclosures, and other communications that we provide to you electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing
18. No Liability for System Damage
HireForProjects is not liable for damages or viruses affecting your devices due to platform use.
19. Contact Us
For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact:
HireForProjects Global Limited 19 Mason Avenue, Ebbsfleet Valley, Swanscombe, DA10 1DS, United Kingdom No 6a Embu Street, Wuse 2, Abuja,
Nigeria Email: dataprotection@HireForProjects.com