California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, share, and protect personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA) for users residing in the State of California.

This policy applies to Talent Share, a SaaS platform that connects individuals and organizations for talent, knowledge, and skill sharing.

1. Categories of Personal Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

2. Sources of Personal Information

We collect personal information:

• Directly from you (forms, profile setup, resume upload, etc.)
• Automatically through cookies and analytics tools
• From third-party services (e.g. LinkedIn, Zoom, or SSO providers)

3. Purposes for Collecting Your Data

We use the data to:

• Create and manage user accounts
• Match talent seekers with providers
• Facilitate communication and knowledge exchange
• Process payments and subscriptions
• Improve platform functionality and user experience
• Comply with legal obligations

4. Sharing & Selling of Personal Information

We do not sell your personal information in exchange for money. However, we may share personal data with third parties for cross-context behavioral advertising, which is considered a "sale or share" under CPRA.

We share data with:

• Payment processors (e.g., Stripe)
• Hosting & infrastructure providers
• Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics)
• Advertising networks (only with your consent)

You may opt out of this sharing via the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link on our homepage.

5. Retention of Personal Data

We retain personal information:

• As long as your account is active
• As required to fulfill legal and business obligations
• For up to 7 years after account termination

Specific retention periods vary by data type and usage.

6. Your Privacy Rights (California Residents)

Under the CCPA/CPRA, you have the right to:

• Know - The categories of personal info we collect, use, or disclose
• Access - Specific pieces of data we hold about you
• Delete - Request deletion of your data (unless we have a legal reason to retain it)
• Correct - Request correction of inaccurate personal data
• Opt-Out - From the sale or sharing of personal info
• Limit Use of Sensitive Info - Restrict use of data like race, precise location, etc.
• Non-Discrimination - We won't deny services, charge different prices, or offer different quality for exercising your rights

7. How to Exercise Your Rights

You may submit a privacy request by:

• Email: privacy@talent-share.com

We will verify your identity before fulfilling your request. You may also designate an authorized agent to act on your behalf.

8. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Analyze usage patterns
• Remember login sessions
• Deliver personalized ads (only with opt-in)

You can manage cookies through your browser or by visiting our Cookie Settings panel.

9. Third-Party Links

Our platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy periodically. You'll be notified via email or platform notification in case of material changes.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact: