Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Windspeed (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website located at windspeed.io and related services (collectively, the “Platform”). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, retain, and protect personal information about visitors, clients, and talent network members (“you”) in connection with our Platform.

By accessing or using the Platform you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Platform immediately.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Directly

• Contact and identity information (name, email address, phone number, location)
• Professional information (CV/résumé, work history, skills, portfolio, publications, references)
• Company information (company name, size, industry, role requirements)
• Payment and billing information (processed via third-party payment processors; we do not store raw card data)
• Communications you send us via forms, email, or support channels

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Log data (IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, pages visited, timestamps)
• Device identifiers and usage data
• Cookies, pixel tags, and similar tracking technologies (see Section 8)

2.3 Information from Third Parties

• Reference checks and background screening reports
• Publicly available professional profiles (e.g., LinkedIn)
• Analytics providers and advertising partners

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Operate, maintain, and improve the Platform and our matching services
• Evaluate talent applications, conduct vetting, and facilitate client–talent matches
• Communicate with you about your account, engagements, and support requests
• Process payments and manage billing
• Send marketing communications where you have opted in (you may opt out at any time)
• Comply with legal obligations and enforce our agreements
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraud, abuse, and security incidents
• Conduct internal analytics, research, and product development

4. Disclosure of Your Information

We may share personal information with:

• Clients and talent members — limited profile information shared only after both parties are matched and have consented
• Service providers — third-party vendors who process data on our behalf (e.g., cloud hosting, payment processing, email delivery, analytics) under confidentiality obligations no less protective than this Policy
• Legal and regulatory authorities — where required by applicable law, court order, or government request
• Business transfers — in connection with a merger, acquisition, financing, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, subject to standard confidentiality protections
• With your consent — for any other purpose disclosed at the time of collection

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their own marketing purposes.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Policy, to maintain business records, and to comply with legal obligations. Talent application data is retained for up to three (3) years after an application is closed unless an active engagement exists. You may request deletion of your data subject to Section 7 and our legal retention obligations.

6. Data Security

We implement commercially reasonable technical and organisational security measures designed to protect your information against unauthorised access, loss, destruction, or alteration. These include encryption in transit (TLS), access controls, and regular security reviews. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials.

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Correct inaccurate or incomplete information
• Request deletion of your personal information (“right to erasure”)
• Object to or restrict certain processing activities
• Data portability (receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format)
• Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent
• Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@windspeed.io. We will respond within thirty (30) days. We may require verification of your identity before processing requests.

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to operate the Platform, remember your preferences, analyse usage, and deliver relevant content. You can control cookies through your browser settings; however, disabling certain cookies may affect Platform functionality. We honour Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where required by applicable law.

9. International Data Transfers

Windspeed operates globally. Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your own, including countries that may not provide the same level of data protection as your home jurisdiction. Where required, we implement appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses or equivalent mechanisms to protect cross-border transfers.

10. Children's Privacy

The Platform is not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from minors. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a minor, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

11. Third-Party Links

The Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those third parties and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be notified via a prominent notice on the Platform or by email at least fourteen (14) days before the change takes effect. Your continued use of the Platform after the effective date constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

13. Contact Us

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

Windspeed
Email: privacy@windspeed.io