Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Vetano ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application and website (collectively, the "Platform").

Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the Platform.

2. Information We Collect

Personal Information

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register on the Platform, express an interest in obtaining information about us or our products and services, or otherwise contact us. This includes:

• Name, email address, and phone number
• Professional information (job title, skills, work history)
• Profile photos and skill demonstration videos
• Identity verification documents
• Payment and billing information

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our Platform, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• Device information (type, operating system, unique identifiers)
• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Usage patterns and interaction data
• Cookies and similar tracking technologies

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

• To provide and maintain our Platform
• To verify your identity and credentials
• To facilitate connections between employers and talent
• To process transactions and send related information
• To send you marketing and promotional communications (with your consent)
• To respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• To monitor and analyze usage trends and preferences
• To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraud
• To comply with legal obligations

4. Sharing Your Information

We may share your information in the following situations:

• With Employers/Talent: Your profile information may be visible to potential employers or talent on the Platform
• Service Providers: We may share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or acquisition of our company
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
• With Your Consent: We may share your information for any other purpose with your consent

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and track information about your activity on our Platform. You can control cookies through your browser settings and our cookie consent tool.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the Platform to function properly
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Platform
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver personalized advertisements

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Opt-out: Opt-out of marketing communications
• Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

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

8. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information we collect, the right to delete your information, and the right to opt-out of the sale of your personal information. We do not sell your personal information.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country. We take appropriate safeguards to ensure that your personal information remains protected.

10. Security

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

11. Children's Privacy

Our Platform is not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

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